buying-a-home

Renting or buying: Which one is better?

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Renting or buying: Which one is better?

The question of whether one should rent or buy a home has been a long-standing debate. While people have strong opinions on the matter, there are clear advantages and disadvantages to both options. Below is a closer look at the differences between renting and buying. Yesterday’s norms vs. today’s norms Many years ago, the general … Read more

Renters tighten purse strings as prices in Alberta grow at fastest pace in 40 years

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Renters tighten purse strings as prices in Alberta grow at fastest pace in 40 years

Nikkie Miranda feels stuck and frustrated, weighing what she’ll have to sacrifice when her rent increases again this winter. Three years ago, when she moved into a two-storey, three-bedroom semi-detached home in southwest Edmonton, Miranda paid $1,650 per month in rent. Her rent later increased to $1,800 and will go up again to $1,950 when … Read more