Guides
PLAIN-LANGUAGE GUIDES.
How building, buying, adding suites, MLI Select financing and buying a home to live in actually work in Alberta — written by the team, with the numbers we use ourselves.
5 guides
New homes
New Communities in Calgary: 2026 Buyer's Guide
How to judge a new Calgary community before you buy — commute, schools, servicing timelines, builder track record and lot premiums.
Updated October 23, 2026
New homes
What It Costs to Build a Home in Alberta
Typical per-square-foot build costs in Alberta, plus the soft costs most buyers forget — permits, engineering, servicing and GST.
Updated October 23, 2026
New homes
First-Time Buyer Programs in Alberta (2026 Guide)
The programs Alberta first-time buyers actually use in 2026 — federal and provincial help with down payments, closing costs and insurance.
Updated October 23, 2026
New homes
Home Inspection Checklist for Alberta Buyers
What a good home inspection in Alberta covers — and the things worth checking yourself before you remove conditions.
Updated October 23, 2026
New homes
New Build Walkthrough Checklist: What to Look For
The pre-possession walkthrough on a new build in Alberta: what to test, what to photograph, and what the warranty actually covers.
Updated October 23, 2026