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CONTENTS

FEB 6 – MAR 6, 2015

VOLUME 18

ISSUE 02

COVER STORY

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Residences at The Guardian

A coveted address in Calgary’s tallest residential towers by Heather Ryan

COLUMNS / NEWS / HOMEBUYERS’ HELP 10

Editor’s note

18 Qualex-Landmark Capitalizing on Calgary’s demand for inner-city urban living 20 Calgaryism Pet policies and your new condo

by Cody Battershill

22 In The News Bank of Canada drops key lending rate to 3/4 per cent 26

Finances Think beyond rates when mortgage shopping

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In The News Home prices strolling versus bounding

32 Housing Outlook Record years give way to solid growth

by Wayne Karl

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Homes by Avi Homes by Avi Group of Companies finalist for 2014 National SAM Awards

40 Marketplace Trend watch 2015

by Sara Duck

46 Contemplating condominiums You and your condominium community by Linda Palfi

52 Mortgage Advice Why you should pay attention to the Bank of Canada

by Alyssa Richard

54 Homebuyers’ Help Three things to watch in Canada’s housing market this year

by Wayne Karl

56 Investor Advice The mortgage rate wars rage on

by Andrew la Fleu r 58 The Homebuying Process Some bright ideas to light up your new home

by Donna Moore

PRESIDENT, WALL2WALL MEDIA

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60 In The News Luxury homes selling like hotcakes; sales see doubledigit increases

by Lydia McNutt

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Condo Buyer’s Checklist

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Condo Buyer’s Resource Section You love the condo, see what you can afford!

66 Advertiser Index

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EDITOR’S NOTE

HOW LOW CAN RATES GO? TIME WILL TELL!

SUSAN LEGGE Editor-in-chief

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Just when we thought interest rates couldn’t get any lower, the Bank of Canada’s decision to drop its key lending rate to 0.75 per cent came as a shock, and the big banks followed suit by reducing their mortgage rates. The old adage, “expect the unexpected” has never been more true.

To prepare for the unexpected, get pre-approved for a mortgage. With a pre-approval in hand, you’re protected if rates rise; if they go down (and TD has reportedly predicted that another drop in the Bank rate is coming!), then you’ll likely get an even lower rate.

A pre-approval can be a win-win situation for home shoppers, since it means you don’t have to wait to get financing approval when you put in an offer. This is an especially good tool to have when markets are hot. Removing the “conditional on financing” clause could mean your offer is accepted first since you already have it in place.

So when will rates rise? It’s anyone’s guess, but most experts agree it’s unlikely there will be any significant upward movement in 2015. However, we can’t just assume that will be the case, and you shouldn’t wait too long to get pre-approved for a mortgage. It can take a few days. Many lenders offer online pre-approvals to make the process faster and easier.

Take advantage, while you still can!

THE “NEW” DREAM HOME

LYDIA MCNUTT Editor

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There’s a new dream home on the market! With a growing population, increasing demand for homes and rising prices, there are two places for homebuyers to go – out (out of town, that is) and up!

Condominiums have risen in popularity among buyers looking for convenience and cost-effectiveness – and not just first-time homebuyers, either. More and more, we’re seeing condos become the home of choice for families, thanks to their prime locations, convenient lifestyle and the affordability they offer.

Home builders today are designing condos with efficient layouts and smart features, and they’re not just “small but sweet” spaces anymore either. The rising trend of three-bedroom suites across Canada welcomes those who choose to call condos “home” as their family grows and their needs change through the years.

When hunting for your next home, think about what’s most important to you – now, and in the future.

A successful home search will balance price, location and amenities. Do your research, explore all avenues – downtown and out-of-town – and see what your budget can buy. Take your time, know what’s important to you, and you’re sure to find happiness and a new home that you’ll love!

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COVER STORY

A coveted address in Calgary’s tallest residential towers

By Heather Ryan

RISING HIGH INTO CALGARY’S skyline, the two towers of The Guardian are quickly becoming a recognizable landmark as the city’s tallest residential towers in the coveted, up-and-coming Victoria Park neighbourhood.

Residences at The Guardian are proving to be a hit with savvy buyers, who are drawn by the modern design, exceptional finishes, stellar location and outstanding value.

The Guardian North, which sold out quickly, already soars to 44 storeys and is completed to its full height with possessions expected to begin this spring. Its twin, The Guardian South, is not far behind in construction, still rising at 35 storeys and more than 50 per cent sold.

“With the first tower sold out, sales are going extremely well in Guardian South,” says Ernest Hon, director of sales and marketing at Hon Developments. “We are getting a great response from Calgary homebuyers who appreciate that not all square feet are made equal.”

“Our floor plans are designed with the resident in mind; living spaces are generously proportioned to allow flexibility in furniture layout and we’ve carefully optimized the suites to avoid any wasted space,” Hon explains.

The appliances are sleekly integrated into the cabinetry and include a professional-grade induction cooktop

by Germany’s AEG The Guardian South has a variety of plans available with one-bedrooms ranging from 441 to 572 sq. ft., two-bedrooms from 809 sq. ft. to 979 sq. ft., and the remarkable Paramount Suites, which have interior spaces of up to 2,619 sq. ft.

And while The Guardian itself is soaring to new heights, its prices remain affordable, with one-bedrooms starting at $264,900 and two-bedrooms at $445,900.

The luxurious Paramount Suites start at $1.4 million.

Each of the homes at The Guardian has floor-to-ceiling windows including expansive windows in every bedroom and oversized balconies, so residents can enjoy sweeping panoramic views, says Hon. “The Guardian’s unique vantage point amongst the lowrise buildings of the historic warehouse district in Victoria Park means that these units will always have magnificent and largely unobstructed views of the city skyline, rivers and mountains.”

The modern open-concept interiors feature highquality finishes than span throughout the suite like the wide-plank laminate hardwood flooring. The kitchens are gorgeous, featuring high-end cabinetry manufactured in Italy by Armony Cucine, polished quartz countertops and 12 NEW CONDO GUIDE | VOLUME 18 ISSUE 02 | NewHomeAndCondoGuide.ca

linear aluminum or glass backsplashes. The appliances are sleekly integrated into the cabinetry and include a professional-grade induction cooktop by Germany’s AEG. Armony Cucine cabinetry can also be found in the elegant bathrooms that feature sleek polished chrome fixtures, frameless glass showers and a unique micro-mosaic tile feature wall.

The Guardian also presents distinctive modern architecture highlighted by glass window walls and metal panels that, combined with its remarkable height, make a dramatic impact on the skyline and a coveted address by its residents.

Hon notes that with construction ahead of schedule, purchasers can be confident that their homes will be completed on time with possessions beginning this spring in The Guardian North and next spring in The Guardian South.

The towers are comprised of 620 condo units with a mixed-use podium that will contain parking, residential amenities, retail and live/work units. The Guardian features an impressive set of on-site amenities, including a fully equipped fitness centre, yoga studio, workshop, residents’ social lounge and rooftop garden terrace.

Of course, one of The Guardian’s major appeals is the Victoria Park neighbourhood, which has seen a dramatic transformation with many of the historic warehouses being converted into creative studios, innovative small businesses and hip new restaurants and cafes. Savvy homebuyers are certain to appreciate the value of buying into a neighbourhood that is now welcoming an influx of new residents, businesses, and new cultural amenities such as the nearby National Music Centre.

Strategically located across from Stampede Park, The Guardian is central to a wide range of conveniences. “The Guardian embraces urban living with easy access to downtown, the rivers, East Village, 17th Avenue and Inglewood.”

For more information, visit The Guardian’s award-winning presentation centre in the historic Victoria Park Bungalow Schoolhouse at 456 12th Ave. S.E, open Monday to Thursday, noon to 6 p.m.; and weekends, noon to 5 p.m. Call 403.800.3368 or visit theguardiancalgary.com.

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The Qualex-Landmark Group capitalizes on Calgary’s demand for inner-city urban living

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ualex-Landmark Group of Companies, the most active condominium developer in Calgary’s Beltline Community, is adding another residential community in the Beltline with the acquisition of the 0.7acre site at the corner of 11th Avenue and 12th Street SW. It will be Qualex-Landmark Group’s seventh condominium building within the Beltline.

With $370 million in real estate sales and more than 1,000 homes built (or under construction) in the Beltline in the last 10 years, the developer continues to show enormous faith in the Calgary market.

“The urban lifestyle is becoming increasingly attractive, with walkability and the convenience of access to amenities. We are achieving success by tapping into the growing trend of ‘new urbanism’ as an increasing number of Albertans opt for downtown living,” says Mohammed Esfahani, president of Qualex-Landmark.

“The acquisition of this seventh site is another testament to Qualex-Landmark Group’s commitment to Calgary and long-term presence in the Beltline. The response to our communities has been phenomenal and we are pleased to be in a position to provide more firstclass residential offerings to Calgary’s urbanites, as the appeal of an active, urban lifestyle continues to grow.”

The purchase of this new site further affirms QualexLandmark Group’s reputation as the Beltline’s most active condo developer and its continued focus on building in the heart of amenity-rich, mixed-use, high-density communities. Most recently, 274 one- and two-bedroom homes sold out at the Mark on 10th residential tower, and residents are expected to move in early 2016.

For Qualex-Landmark, the priority remains focused on its newest community, Park Point, located at 12th Avenue and 2nd Street SW. Further contributing to the vibrancy of Calgary’s Beltline, Park Point’s two towers, rising 34 and 27 floors, will create approximately 500 new residences overlooking Central Memorial Park, one of the oldest and most historic parks in Canada. Tower One will represent another $110 million in downtown Calgary real estate sales.

Situated on the former CIBC Operations Centre building site, Park Point will offer a modern interpretation of downtown living with a strong, sophisticated architectural vision and contemporary style. The elegant and innovative mixed-use residential tower will consist of a wide selection of one- and two-bedroom suites with

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Park Point’s strikingly unique architectural façade will be a landmark of the neighbourhood. Image courtesy of Qualex-Landmark Union Inc.

optional den / flex space, street-level live-work townhomes and penthouses. Buyers will have the flexibility to choose tailored floor plan options.

The first release of Park Point condos is anticipated for March 2015. The Park Point Discovery Centre will be located on site at 301 11th Ave. SW, corner of 11th Avenue and 2nd Street SW, across from Central Memorial Park.

Qualex-Landmark Group of Companies has created of more highrise residential communities in Calgary’s Beltline than any other developer.

Designed by award-winning architectural firms like IBI Group, Rafii Architect and Zeidler BKDI Architects, projects in Calgary include Stella, Nova, Luna, Calla, Mark on 10th and Park Point.

Qualex-Landmark Group’s success is attributed to its ability to innovate and its dedication to quality and customer satisfaction. Those who register now at qualex.ca/parkpoint/ will be first to receive priority information on Park Point’s progress, early purchase opportunities and access to the widest range of available homes Qualex-Landmark Group of Companies has an extensive track record of both residential and commercial real estate success in the highly competitive Vancouver and Calgary markets. The Qualex-Landmark Group has built its success on its ability to innovate and its dedication to customer satisfaction. Previous projects in Calgary include Stella, Nova, Luna, Calla and Mark on 10th. Visit online at qualex.ca for more information.

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CALGARYISM

Pet policies AND YOUR NEW CALGARY CONDO

By Cody Battershill

There are a number of options when searching for a new condominium that will also accommodate your pet

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e love our pets. Where they go, we go, and that’s that! If this sentence describes you at all, and you find yourself in the market for a new condominium, it’s crucial to know what the pet bylaws are at any development you’re considering.

A majority of Calgary condos have specific restrictions, such as a limitation on how much your pet can weigh, how many are allowed, and what type of breeds are accepted.

Sometimes there will be a condo-wide restriction on pets all together. This can obviously be a deal-breaker for any pet lover.

All the details you need to know about the proposed bylaws will be available for your review, and you must review them!

Verify the pet policies If you would like to know what the pet policies are for any new Calgary condo, simply refer to the disclosure documents and proposed condominium bylaws to find out.

In some instances, the documents will stipulate that you have to fill out a pet registration form so the new condominium board is familiar with the who, what, when, where and why when it comes to your pet.

If you have found a desirable unit and are thinking of making a move, be sure to include in your offer that your pet is coming with you so that there are no surprises when moving in a few years down the road.

Written confirmation is a must! Get the pet policy in writing so there are no surprises when it’s time to move in. If in doubt, research, read and understand the exact terms of pet ownership in the new condo.

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Your pet-friendly condo search There are a number of options when searching for a new condominium that will also accommodate your pet.

Contacting a new condo expert or experienced real estate agent is the best and easiest way to verify any pet policies if you don’t know how to do so yourself. This will prevent you from writing an offer on a new condo that won’t allow your pet in the first place.

After all, home would not be quite the same without our cute and lovable pet(s)!

Cody Battershill is the founder of Calgaryism and a top producing realtor at Re/Max House of Real Estate. Cody has a passion for helping his clients reach their real estate goals and showing off the best Calgary has to offer! He can be reached at 403.370.4180, on Twitter @Calgaryism and Calgaryism.ca

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IN THE NEWS

Bank of Canada drops key lending rate to 3/4 per cent

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The bank is now forecasting real GDP growth will slow to about 1.5 per cent in the first half of 2015, before

Canada’s economy gradually strengthens in the second half of the year. The Bank is projecting real GDP growth will average 2.1 per cent in 2015 and 2.4 per cent in 2016.

The economy is expected to return to full capacity around the end of 2016. Although there is considerable uncertainty around the Bank’s outlook, the negative impact of lower oil prices will gradually be mitigated by a stronger U.S. economy, a weaker Canadian dollar, and the Bank’s monetary policy response.

The oil price shock is occurring against a backdrop of solid and more broadly based growth in Canada in recent quarters, the Bank says.

“Outside the energy sector, we are beginning to see the anticipated sequence of increased foreign demand, stronger exports, improved business confidence and investment and employment growth.”

The Bank’s next rate announcement is March 4.

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Arrive at Evanston presents an enclave of 173 townhomes in 29 buildings that focuses on eco-friendly living, great style and sought-after finishes. It offers buyers a choice of two- and threestorey designs with heated single or double attached garages and full-depth driveways at an affordable price point starting at $339,900.

“We are really excited to launch the much-anticipated Arrive at Evanston,” says Jade Mahon, vice-president of sales and marketing. “We received such a great response from purchasers with our Arrive townhome product, both at SkyView (which sold out in 2013) and at Redstone (currently 60 per cent sold) that we’re pleased to offer another Arrive townhome community in Calgary’s north.”

She notes the Evanston townhomes will present many sought-after features like cement board siding, granite countertops and designer finishes, “so buyers are getting a complete package with very little left to upgrade.”

A key feature that has made the Arrive townhomes so popular with homebuyers is the Green element that gives their purchasers built-in value and energy-saving benefits. Arrive offers energy-efficient and water-conscious homes with a minimum Gold rating from BuiltGreen Canada and a New Home EnerGuide rating between 80 and 83. Every home has water-saver faucets and toilets, low-E windows, LED and CFL lighting, a 96-per-cent highefficiency furnace, electric water heater, spray foam insulation, and a heat recovery ventilation system creating a clean, healthy environment in the home.

“We’ve found that our purchasers are more educated towards energy efficiency and are quite proud to be environmentally responsible,” Mahon

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Arrive at Evanston also presents an aesthetically pleasing streetscape which includes a private central park with a playground, seating and gathering gazebos to host larger barbecues and outdoor celebrations amongst the abundant landscaping. says. “They appreciate the BuiltGreen factor because of the long-term money savings involved, the added appreciation of the development’s overall value and the low impact on the environment.”

Arrive at Evanston offers buyers four different building designs with townhome models ranging from 1,200 to 1,575 sq. ft. in two-, three- and fourbedroom layouts including a dual master bedroom plan and a limited number of three-bedroom walkouts.

Partners Development Group is constructing the townhomes with thoughtful designs that make efficient use of space and fine interior features such as kitchen islands with eating bars, Energy Star-rated stainless steel appliances, laminate floors throughout the main floor, tile floors in the entry and bathrooms and a two-inch blind package. All of the homes have a large balcony area, 2.5 bathrooms, and laundry with front-loading washer and dryer included.

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Arrive at Evanston also presents an aesthetically pleasing streetscape which includes a private central park with a playground, seating and gathering gazebos to host larger barbecues and outdoor celebrations amongst the abundant landscaping.

Residents with young children or who are planning a family, will certainly appreciate having an on-site child care centre by award-winning Kids & Company, which will provide free registration and priority enrolment exclusively to all families in the Arrive at Evanston community.

Mahon says the townhomes will appeal to a wide range of purchasers – first-time buyers, young professionals, young families, and empty nesters who desire spacious floor plans and a maintenance-free lifestyle.

Buyers will also love the convenient location just off the newly opened 14th Street N.W. and Symons Valley Parkway, with quick connections to Stoney Trail and Deerfoot Trail. Residents can also walk to shops and services at Evanston Towne Centre, and are mere minutes away from a wide range of shops, services, eateries and more at Creekside, Beacon Hill and Cross Iron shopping centres, as well as having the convenience of the Cardel Place recreation complex less than 10 minutes away.

To learn more about this latest northwest development, Arrive at Evanston, and the preconstruction purchase incentives, call 587.755.1166 or register online at ArriveHome.ca.

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algary will be among the leading markets in terms of home price growth this year, according to the latest Royal LePage House Price Survey and Market Survey Forecast.

The average price of a home in Canada increased between 4.5 and 6.7 per cent year-over-year. Against the backdrop of a decidedly mixed macroeconomic environment at home and abroad, Royal LePage expects home prices to rise moderately in 2015, forecasting a 2.9-per-cent national increase for the year ahead.

In Calgary, the housing market in the fourth quarter of 2014 continued to be among the strongest across the country. Demand was strong for homes across all housing types, and continued to outstrip supply. Average prices for detached bungalows jumped 9.1 per cent year-over-year to $511,889 and standard two-storey homes increased 8.5 per cent to $500,320. Standard condominiums also experienced robust growth, rising 9.1 per cent to $311,644.

For 2015, Royal LePage forecasts average home price growth of 2.4 per cent to $472,000, up from $461,000 in 2014. This compares to a 5.4-per-cent increase from $437,036 for 2013.

“While some markets have continued to defy gravity, notably the economically robust, supply constrained cities of Vancouver, Calgary and Toronto, by and large, house prices across the country are now strolling versus bounding forward,” Phil Soper, president and chief executive officer of Royal LePage, told New Condo Guide.

“We believe this moderating trend will characterize the 2015 market, and that in normal course, even our hottest markets will see eroding affordability ease overheated demand, bringing balance and more rational price increases.”

The recent free-fall in the value of oil is impacting the national and provincial economies, he adds, acting as a drag in some regions of the country. “Specifically, the natural slowing of home price appreciation should be accelerated in Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Newfoundland, and delayed in Central Canada.”

And what should homeowners and buyers make of statements by Deutsche Bank and the Bank of Canada, that Canada’s house prices are seriously inflated?

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So spectacular was this performance, however, that it would be impossible to maintain. It should come as no surprise, then, that in 2015, some of the “boom” may come off the rose somewhat in this part of Wild Rose Country.

Total housing starts in the Calgary Census Metropolitan Area (CMA) are on pace to reach a record high of 17,200 units in 2014, according the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. (CMHC). This represents a huge 37-per-cent increase from 12,584 in 2013. This year, however, total housing starts are forecast to decrease to 14,400 units and 12,800 in 2016.

“Housing demand in the Calgary CMA continues to be supported by positive employment growth and heightened net migration,” Felicia Mutheardy, CMHC’s senior market analyst for Calgary, told New Condo Guide.

“However, while remaining positive, the rate of employment growth is expected to move lower in both 2015 and 2016. Following a record year in 2013, net migration is expected to decline in 2014 through 2016 while mortgage rates are expected to move higher in the next two years.

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These factors will contribute to a moderation in the demand for housing, resulting in a reduced rate of growth for sales in the existing home market and lower housing starts for both single-detached and multi-family units.”

In 2015, existing home sales are forecast to increase 2.1 per cent to 34,200 units, and 1.8 per cent to 34,800 in 2016, she adds.

Over the next two years in the Calgary housing market, both singledetached and multi-family starts are expected to decline. There will be 6,400 single-detached housing starts in 2015 and 6,300 in 2016, Mutheardy says.

For multi-family starts, there will be 8,000 units in 2015 and 6,500 in 2016. A slower pace of construction for condominiums will contribute to a pronounced reduction in multi-family starts in the next two years.

For the new home market in Alberta overall, single-detached starts are projected to rise by nearly four per cent to 19,300 in 2014 and then remain relatively stable at 19,200 units in 2015 and 19,000 in 2016.

“Strong economic and employment growth are expected to help Alberta’s housing market conditions remain robust by historical standards over the next two years,” says Lai Sing Louie, CMHC’s regional economist for the Prairie and Territories Region.

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The maintenance free lifestyle at Hunter House makes getting out of town a breeze – but with all these great features, it’s hard to imagine staying away! Picture yourself in an established community, with quick access to all amenities and a home with all the high-end finishings you’ve been dreaming of.

Stacked Bungalow features worth coming home to: • 10’ ceilings • Hardwood flooring in living & dining room • Quartz or granite countertops • Office/flex area • Double car garage with driveway • Stainless steel appliances including chimney style hood fan and gas range

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IN THE NEWS

Homes by Avi Group of Companies FINALIST FOR 2014 NATIONAL SAM AWARDS

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he Canadian Home Builders’ Association (CHBA) has announced the finalists for the 2014 CHBA National SAM Awards, with the Homes by Avi Group of Companies being named in several categories.

“We’re thrilled to be recognized by our peers across the country,” says Alice Mateyko, president of Homes by Avi Alberta’s singlefamily division. “Being judged as one of the top contenders in Canada’s home building industry speaks to the talent and dedication of our entire team.”

The National SAM Awards celebrate excellence in new home design, renovation, community development and marketing across Canada. Homes by Avi’s single-family division is a finalist for Best Single Attached Home for the JV3 in Richmond Park, and Best Print Ad for “Maple Crest,” which ran in the Edmonton market.

Avi Urban, Homes by Avi’s multifamily division, is vying for top honours in Community Development for The Block (pictured below).

“We are thrilled by our nomination for national finalist for Community Development,” says Avi Urban president Charron Ungar. “The Block is an extremely unique building and one that we hope shall be considered an innovative example of wood frame apartment construction for some time. It is an honor to be recognized by our peers in the home-building industry, and we congratulate all other nominees on their achievement.”

The CHBA National SAM Awards will be handed out at the Association’s 72st National Conference being held in March in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Image courtesy of Avi Urban

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CONTEMPLATING CONDOMINIUMS

You and your condominium community

By Linda Palfi

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true sense of community is enjoyed in many condominium projects, be they highrise apartments, townhouses, retirement bungalows or even bare-land build-your-own house projects.

Beyond that, the greatest sense of belonging and involvement comes to those who serve as members of the condominium Board of Managers. It is they who act as the project’s miniature city council, setting the budget, hiring the management company and addressing concerns.

Condominium owners are brought together by numerous common interests. Unlike renters, they share an investment which they all want to see protected. Second, they tend to be long-term residents. Third, they share responsibility and expenses for common services, so working together can, to some extent, reduce costs and make the project more attractive, cheaper to run, and generally a more enjoyable place to live.

At my 40-unit condominium highrise near downtown, for example, we produce an in-house newsletter every couple of months. In between, informative notices are posted in the mail room, so there’s lots of information flow among resident owners and to/from the management company.

At Christmas we held a party in our lobby, getting to know each other and enjoying a glass of cheer. Some floors even have “floor parties” in which one or another condo owner hosts a pot-luck get-together with adjacent neighbours.

If you own or plan to own a condominium apartment, townhouse or villa, consider standing for election or acclamation (which is common) to the Board of Managers for a year. It’s not a big job, as your management company does the real administration and employs tradespeople on your

behalf. But you’ll find a satisfying role dealing with your project’s issues and concerns, which simply need sensible people to consider them and to make decisions.

The monthly meetings (sometimes bi-monthly or bi-weekly) are usually held over coffee or wine in a board member’s home right on site, so you don’t need to drive to City Hall! You’ll make friends while helping run your own little community.

Once yearly, every condominium corporation holds a general meeting for all the owners within the development, at which time a new Board of Managers is elected.

You and your neighbours review the budget, give policy direction to the new Board, and review the past year’s operation of your little condominium “village.” Refreshments and socializing are almost always part of the mix. If they’re not, get on the Board and make it so!

Linda Palfi is a condominiumspecialist realtor with Discover Real Estate, is the chair of her condo board, and is a member of the professional standards committee of the Calgary Real Estate Board.

Visit CondosInCalgary.com or call 403.998.7732

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CONDO PROFILE

LAST CHANCE TO PURCHASE in Bristol Townhomes in Quarry Park

By Heather Ryan

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ith just a few townhomes remaining, buyers who desire upscale townhome living in Quarry Park are down to their last opportunity to make a home in Bristol Townhomes by Birchwood Properties.

Bristol Townhomes presents a fabulous collection of 35 modern, three-storey townhomes that have been so well received, there are just nine remaining.

“With our Boulevard Townes now sold out and just nine of our Bristol Townhomes remaining, this is really the last chance for people to purchase a new townhome in Quarry Park,” says Birchwood’s sales and marketing manager Adele Kerr. “All of the remaining townhomes will be available to move into this spring, so we can provide the opportunity for a quick possession for people looking to move in the next few months.”

The final nine townhomes available are all facing the green belt, and come with single-attached garages. There are two different models offering 1,330 sq. ft. of living space with two bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms and an upperfloor laundry.

“These townhomes all offer the dual master bedroom design, so each has its own private ensuite and walk-in closet,” Kerr says. “For these

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remaining homes, we’ve chosen our most popular colour palettes and added fireplaces, quartz countertops to all the bathrooms, as well as upgraded appliance packages to make them very well appointed.”

Kerr notes that two of the townhomes offer special pricing at $424,900 plus GST, which is a $20,000 savings. The remaining homes are priced at $445,900 plus GST. The Bristol Townhomes feature beautiful exteriors with extensive stucco and stone detailing, and being three-storeys “they create a grand streetscape,” she says.

The townhomes showcase sought-after features like a main-floor flex-room ideal for a home office,

The townhomes showcase soughtafter features like a main-floor flexroom ideal for a home office, hobby room or TV room, main-floor patio plus a second-floor balcony hobby room or TV room, main-floor patio plus a second-floor balcony.

Buyers appreciate the well-appointed interiors that include hardwood floors, nine-ft. ceilings on the main and second floors, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, under-cabinet lighting in the kitchen, vessel sinks in the main bathroom, and ensuite and ceramic tile floors in the bathrooms.

The townhomes also feature several environmental initiatives such as Energy Star-rated appliances, high-efficiency furnace, low-E Solar Gain windows, water-saving toilets, and shower heads and Green Guard-certified or formaldehyde-free insulation.

Kerr says a major attraction for buyers is that Quarry Park has the feel of an established inner-city community because it offers a multitude of amenities all within walking distance.

The community offers a perfect balance of residential, office, retail and natural green space all nestled alongside the Bow River, making it an ideal place for people to live, work and play.

Residents will enjoy walking to The Market in Quarry Park, which serves as the central plaza and gathering place, featuring intricate landscaping, wide sidewalks and site furnishings, and offers a variety shops, services, restaurants, and a Co-op grocery and liquor store.

As well, Bristol Townhomes is located across from a walking path that leads to the river and is a short walk to Carburn Park. Residents can enjoy

more than 80 acres of parkland along with a new recreation centre that is scheduled to open this year.

As an added benefit, Quarry Park is serviced by a Bus Rapid Transit line that connects to the downtown, as well as numerous other bus routes connecting to both Anderson and Chinook LRT stations. It also has easy access to Glenmore and Deerfoot Trails, and it’s only 15 minutes from downtown.

To learn more about Bristol, visit the new suite/sales centre at 426 Quarry Way S.E., open Monday to Thursday, 2 to 8 p.m.; and weekends and holidays, noon to 5 p.m. Call 403.561.1911 or visit birchwoodproperties.ca.

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MORTGAGE ADVICE

Why you should pay attention to the Bank of Canada

By Alyssa Richard

cent (so you’d be up to 3.50 per cent).

At that rate, your monthly mortgage payment would be $1,841, which is an additional $190 per month or $2,280 per year you’d need to find in your budget to pay for.

Before this latest BoC rate announcement, the overnight lending rate sat at one per cent for four years straight. Economists don’t predict any major upward movement in the near future, so you may not need to worry about this for a while. However, its a good idea pay attention to what the BoC says in its announcements, and prepare your budget for what’s to come.

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ou’ve probably seen a few headlines about the Bank of Canada’s (BoC) recent surprise decision to drop its key interest rate to 0.75 per cent.

Related reading includes how the economy has shaped the central bank’s decision to change the rate, and how the monetary policy has been updated. It’s a lot of information packed into one article, so don’t feel bad if some of it goes over your head at first.

However, if you have a mortgage – particularly a variable-rate mortgage – you may want to add a calendar reminder for each BoC announcement, released every six weeks. Why? Well, because if the overnight lending rate goes up, so could your monthly mortgage payment.

To explain how this works, let’s start with some background information.

The overnight lending rate is the interest rate at which banks borrow and lend money to one another, to cover the transactions they make each day.

Changes to this interest rate can directly result in changes to other interest rates, such as for consumer loans and, you guessed it – mortgages! This is because each bank’s prime rate is attached to the overnight lending rate. So, as an example, if the overnight lending rate goes up by 0.50 per cent, your bank’s prime rate will also go up by 0.50 per cent. And if you have a variablerate mortgage, which is attached to prime rate, your mortgage rate and payment will follow suit.

Let’s assume you bought a home for $400,000, put down 10 per cent and amortized your mortgage loan over 25 years. If your bank gave you a five-year variable-rate mortgage of prime minus 0.50 per cent (say, at 2.50 per cent), your monthly mortgage payment would be $1,651. If, at any time during that five-year term, the overnight lending rate went up by one per cent, your bank’s prime rate – and therefore your mortgage rate – would also go up by one per 52 NEW CONDO GUIDE | VOLUME 18 ISSUE 02 | NewHomeAndCondoGuide.ca

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HOMEBUYERS’ HELP

Three things to watch in Canadian real estate in 2015

By Wayne Karl

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y all accounts, 2014 was a good year in Canadian real estate – and in some areas a great year. Here are five things to watch in Canadian real estate in 2015.

‘Overheating’ in the housing market Bank of Canada Governor Stephen Poloz spooked many Canadians in December when, in releasing the Bank’s semi-annual Financial System Review, he said that home prices could be overvalued by as much as 30 per cent.

Only weeks before, the chief economist for Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. reassured Canadians that overheating wasn’t a serious concern. “The housing market does have a fairly bright outlook,” Bob Dugan said.

“We don’t see overheating as being a problem in any of the markets across Canada,” he said. “Some markets are stronger than others, particularly in western Canada.”

We also sought insight and reaction from a leading mortgage broker, Calum Ross.

“Respectfully, the Bank of Canada is no more qualified to talk about the specifics of the housing markets than the Canadian Real Estate Association is qualified to comment on monetary policy,” he said.

“Saying there is a Canadian housing market is not that dissimilar from saying there is a Canadian temperature – the term itself is irrelevant.”

Mortgage rates In its most recent interest rate announcement, the Bank of Canada once again held its influential overnight target rate at one per cent – where it has sat since September 2010.

Most economists don’t expect any notable rate increase in 2015, including BMO’s chief economist Douglas Porter. But if rates do begin to inch up, the impact will be interesting to watch.

“The chances of a two percentage point rise in rates in any year these days is remote, and I would peg it as extremely unlikely in 2015,” Porter said. “We do believe that at long last rates will begin to creep higher, but we are only looking at a quarter-point hike by the Bank of Canada.”

Calgary, Toronto and Vancouver – which have seen significant price gains in the last few years – are among the markets most vulnerable, he says.

Oil and gas Canadians are loving the cheap gas at the pumps these days – freeing up coin for us to spend on other consumer goods – but falling oil prices could cause a farther reaching economic shake-up.

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Is it a short-term blip or a more prolonged development that could lead to dramatic change?

TD Economics, for one, forecasts downgrades in economic growth in the oil-rich economies of Alberta, Newfoundland and Labrador, and Saskatchewan.

In its latest Provincial Economic Forecast in December, TD said real GDP growth in Alberta is expected to fall from its recent trend rate of more than four per cent to 2.3 per cent in 2015-16. Accordingly, after topping the 2014 growth charts by a wide margin, Alberta is expected to trail Ontario (2.5 per cent) and BC (2.4 per cent), where activity is expected to gain a step relative to 2014.

A prolonged oil and gas slump could also affect the real estate markets in Alberta – but experts say any slowdown will only bring the province more in line with growth in the rest of Canada.

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INVESTOR ADVICE

Mortgage rate wars rage on COMPETITION GREAT FOR CONDO INVESTORS

By Andrew La Fleur

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he Bank of Canada’s recent decision to drop its overnight lending rate to 0.75 per cent has prompted some of the big banks to follow suit and lower their mortgage lending rate. TD has even reportedly predicted another rate cut by the BoC in the future. What does this mean for mortgage holders and condo investors? The mortgage rate wars are all good news, that’s for sure.

1. Low interest rates are great for your bottom line.

Low interest rates make a big difference to your bottom line as an investor.

How? By paying down your principal faster, you’ll also pay less interest.

Consider this: on a $300,000 investment condo with 20 per cent down, at a three-per-cent interest rate, you will pay off $34,860 in principal in the first five years of your mortgage and $33,287 in interest. At a six-per-cent interest rate, you would pay down only $24,391 in principal and a whopping $67,739 in interest over the first five years of your mortgage.

Buying the right condo, with the right mortgage rate, is a great move.

2. Low interest rates are here to stay.

For the last five years it’s been the same old song from the skeptics: “Yes interest rates are low, but what happens to everyone when rates jump back up to normal?” The reality is that the interest rates are not going anywhere any time soon.

The Bank of Canada has recently come out and admitted that rates aren’t going anywhere. The U.S. federal reserve is saying the same thing.

No civilized country on earth is raising interest rates, so why would Canada?

The U.S. economy, and therefore the world’s economy, is still sputtering along at a snail’s pace. It’s time to accept the fact that we will be in a low interest rate environment perhaps for the next decade or more.

Are you going to sit on the sidelines and wait for higher rates or are you going to take advantage and act now?

3. When interest rates start to rise, don’t worry. Here’s why: The fears that people have about rising interest rates and a subsequent falling real estate market are irrational. Here’s why: if and when the Bank of Canada raises interest rates, that will mean that the economy is doing better than it is now, not worse.

A better economy means more jobs and higher wages which means more demand for real estate, and thus prices will rise, not fall. Prices fall during recessions, not during times of growth.

Rental rate increases may slow down as more people shift from renting to buying in the future, but as a landlord you win either way. Interest rates stay the same and more people will rent driving up your income from rents. Interest rates start to go up and more people will buy, driving up your property’s value.

Andrew la Fleur is an awardwinning realtor with Re/Max. Visit TrueCondos.com/ NewCondoGuide for email andrew@truecondos.com

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THE HOMEBUYING PROCESS

Some bright ideas to light up your new home

By Donna Moore

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hoosing the right lighting is key to the comfort and appeal of your new home.

When you purchase a brand new condo, it often comes with a standard lighting package, and there are usually options for upgrades or sometimes the builder will give you a set allowance to spend on the lighting fixtures and features you want.

When it comes to making these lighting choices, homebuyers can get plenty of assistance from their builder, the salesperson or the interior decorator at the company’s decor centre. Alternately, they may be referred to the company’s chosen supplier, who will typically have a showroom and lighting experts on-hand to help with selections.

Before making your choices, do a little homework. Flip through magazines, browse the Internet, visit a few stores for general information and ideas, and most importantly, tour some show suites that showcase a variety of lighting styles. You could also ask your builder or the lighting centre if they have any written information or product catalogues they can lend you.

It’s a good idea to make sure you understand exactly what your builder is offering in a standard lighting package, so that you know what is already included in the price of the condo. Keep in mind that there could be an additional installation cost for some of your selections.

If you decide to upgrade the lighting beyond the builder’s standard specifications, you should set an overall budget. Tell your builder or expert how much you want to spend, and what areas in the home are most important to you, and they will be able to help you allocate your budget wisely. Also verify with the builder that your choices can be accommodated within the plans and construction schedule.

When making your lighting selection, bring samples of the interior finishings like paint colour, carpeting, countertops and cabinets, because different colours and textures absorb or reflect light differently.

Consider going through the entire home plan, room by room, to determine what each will be used for, so that you can decide on the furniture and any special features you want highlighted, and the mood you want to create with your lighting.

Another feature to think about is lighting controls. Dimmers, two-, three- or four-way switches, hand-held controls, motion sensors and timers all give you more convenience, safety and security than plain switches. And with smart systems, you can control your lights remotely with your cell phone or tablet.

Ask your builder or lighting expert for recommendations best suited to how you want the lights set up.

Give some thought to the extra little touches such as door-activated closet lighting, built-in night lights in hallways, LED lights on stairs, under-cabinet

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lighting in the kitchen, and spotlights for bookcases and shelves.

Today’s wide range of lighting and control options provide you with a great opportunity to make your new home just right for comfort, convenience and aesthetic effect.

Donna Moore Executive Officer, Calgary Region Home Builders’ Association 403.235.1911 crhba.com

IN THE NEWS

High-end homes selling like hotcakes LUXURY HOMES SALES SEE DOUBLE-DIGIT INCREASES

By Lydia McNutt

L

uxury homes are selling like hotcakes in Canada’s major markets, according to Sotheby’s International Realty Canada‘s latest Top-Tier Real Estate Report. That upward trend is expected to continue well into 2015, with historically low mortgage lending rates, a solid Canadian economy and an ongoing flow of immigration, migration and foreign investment into Calgary, Vancouver, the Greater Toronto Area and Montreal.

The report examined properties sold in the $1 million-plus range between Jan. 1 and Dec. 31, 2014, analyzing sales volume, the number of days on market, and the percentage of homes that sold over asking price.

Canada’s big four all saw double-digit gains in the sale of luxury homes. The GTA led the pack with a 38-per-cent increase over 2013 – head and shoulders above Canada’s priciest market of Vancouver, which saw gains of 25 per cent, and Montreal’s 21 per cent.

Calgary’s more modest increase of 16 per cent is attributed to fluctuations in the oil market, which introduced uncertainty to the luxury market.

With demand up and inventory down, luxury homes favored sellers in 2014, showing a drop in days on market and a rise in the number of homes sold over asking price in the GTA and Vancouver. The steady rise

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in the benchmark price of a typical, detached single-family home (now well beyond the $1 million mark in what are considered “conventional” neighbourhoods) has propelled the price of luxury homes upward in these cities as well.

According to Sotheby’s International Realty Canada president and CEO Ross McCredie, “2014 was another benchmark year for high-end real estate in Canada, as demand continued to be fueled by historically low lending rates, a strong economy and steady immigration and migration into Canada’s major cities. We expect the market to remain strong in the GTA and Vancouver well into 2015, and for demand to outweigh available inventory, especially when it comes to detached single-family homes. The outlook for Montreal and Calgary is positive, but more conservative – both cities are heading into the year positioned to maintain balance.”

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HOMEBUYERS’ HELP

Condo hunter’s checklist WHEN SHOPPING FOR YOUR DREAM CONDO, CARRY THIS LIST WITH YOU AND TAKE NOTES TO HELP YOU REMEMBER WHAT YOU SAW, AND WHERE!

CONDO #1

CONDO #2

CONDO #3

CONDO #4

Project & address:

Project & address:

Project & address:

Project & address:

Salesperson:

Salesperson:

Salesperson:

Salesperson:

Phone:

Phone:

Phone:

Phone:

Developer/builder:

Developer/builder:

Developer/builder:

Developer/builder:

Type:

Type:

Type:

Type:

midrise highrise

townhome conversion

midrise highrise

townhome conversion

midrise highrise

townhome conversion

midrise highrise

townhome conversion

Sq. ft.:

Sq. ft.:

Sq. ft.:

Sq. ft.:

# of bedrooms:

# of bedrooms:

# of bedrooms:

# of bedrooms:

# of bathrooms:

# of bathrooms:

# of bathrooms:

# of bathrooms:

Interior appliances:

Interior appliances:

Interior appliances:

Interior appliances:

Options:

Options:

Options:

Options:

Parking facilities:

Parking facilities:

Parking facilities:

Parking facilities:

Special incentives:

Special incentives:

Special incentives:

Special incentives:

Price:

Price:

Price:

Price:

Down payment:

Down payment:

Down payment:

Down payment:

Condo fees:

Condo fees:

Condo fees:

Condo fees:

Financing available:

Financing available:

Financing available:

Financing available:

Other comments:

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HOMEBUYERS’ HELP

condo buyers’ resource section YOU LOVE THE CONDO, SEE WHAT YOU CAN AFFORD! Compare mortgage rates for your best deal Calculate your mortgage payments using the mortgage payment calculation chart

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You love the condo, see what you can afford!

INTEREST RATES

Calculate your mortgage payments

Amortization Periods

% 5 YEARS

10 YEARS

15 YEARS

20 YEARS

25 YEARS

3.00

17.96

9.65

6.91

5.54

4.73

3.25

18.07

9.76

7.02

5.66

4.86

3.50

18.18

9.88

7.14

5.79

4.99

3.75

18.29

9.99

7.26

5.91

5.13

4.00

18.40

10.41

7.38

6.04

5.26

4.25

18.51

10.23

7.50

6.17

5.40

4.50

18.62

10.34

7.63

6.30

5.53

4.75

18.72

10.46

7.75

6.44

5.67

5.00

18.85

10.59

7.89

6.58

5.82

5.25

18.97

10.71

8.01

6.71

5.96

5.50

19.08

10.83

8.14

6.85

6.11

5.75

19.19

10.95

8.27

6.99

6.26

6.00

19.30

11.07

8.40

7.13

6.40

6.25

19.42

11.19

8.54

7.27

6.55

6.50

19.53

11.32

8.67

7.41

6.70

6.75

19.64

11.44

8.80

7.55

6.86

MONTHLY PRE-TAX INCOME

SPOUSE’S PRE-TAX INCOME

TOTAL PRE-TAX INCOME

DIVIDE

BY THREE

AFFORDABLE MONTHLY PAYMENTS DIVIDED BY 12

AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE (PRICE-DOWN PAYMENT)

CHART FIGURE

AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE DIVIDED BY 1,000

AMORTIZATION AMOUNT

AMORTIZATION AMOUNT

ESTIMATED MONTHLY TAXES AND HEAT

MONTHLY PAYMENTS

Follow these steps to see if you’ll qualify for a mortgage on your dream condo 01 Calculate the combined monthly beforetax income of you and your spouse.

02 Divide by three. This figure is the monthly payment you can afford to make on your condo.

03 Take the total price of the condo and subtract the amount of money you expect to make as a down payment. This is the money you will have to borrow.

04 Refer to the chart above. Look down the left column and locate the interest rate you expect to pay. Line this up with the amortization period of your choice. (Most first-time buyers take the 25-year amortization.)

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05 Multiply this figure by the amount you need to borrow.

Divide by 1,000.

06 Add to this your estimated monthly heating costs and monthly property taxes.

07 If this figure is equal to or less than one-third of your gross monthly income (calculated in Step 2), you’ll qualify for a mortgage on your dream condo.

Bear in mind that this is a rough estimate.

If you have several other large loans already, you may qualify for less. Also, banks and trust companies vary in their policies. The best way to know what you can afford is to go to the lending institution of your choice and get pre-qualified.

Compare mortgage rates for your best deal VARIABLE

6 MONTHS

1 YEAR

2 YEARS

3 YEARS

4 YEARS

5 YEARS

ATB Financial

2.700

4.000

2.940

2.890

2.990

3.040

3.240

Bank of Montreal / BMO

3.000

4.000

3.140

3.040

3.850

4.390

4.990

Bank of Nova Scotia

3.100

4.550

3.290

3.140

3.440

3.940

4.790

CIBC Mortgages

3.000

4.450

2.990

2.940

3.650

4.240

4.990

Canadian Western Bank

3.200

4.000

3.140

3.040

3.650

4.200

4.990

Canadian Western Trust

3.200

4.000

3.140

3.040

3.650

4.200

4.990

Effort Trust

-

4.450

3.450

3.600

3.700

4.600

4.950

Equitable Bank

-

-

3.140

3.140

3.950

4.540

4.940

First Calgary Financial

-

4.000

2.890

2.890

3.190

3.390

3.290

First National Financial

2.450

3.950

2.990

2.590

2.690

2.890

3.090

FirstOntario Credit Un.

2.600

4.240

3.090

3.140

3.290

2.940

3.090

HSBC Bank Canada

3.100

4.450

3.540

3.040

3.540

4.240

4.940

Home Trust Company

2.500

3.950

2.890

2.890

2.790

2.940

2.950

ICICI Bank Canada

3.050

-

3.150

3.650

3.640

3.690

3.890

Investors Group Trust

3.000

4.200

3.140

3.140

3.750

4.640

4.990

Laurentian Bank Canada

3.000

4.400

3.140

3.140

3.500

4.390

4.790

League Svgs & Mortgage

-

4.000

3.140

3.040

3.100

3.140

3.190 3.250

Libro Credit Union

-

3.900

3.150

3.150

3.150

3.200

London Life

3.000

4.200

3.140

3.140

3.750

4.640

4.990

Manulife Bank

2.700

4.450

3.000

3.040

3.040

3.090

3.090

Manulife Trust

-

4.450

3.000

3.040

3.040

3.090

3.090

Meridian Credit Union

2.750

4.000

3.090

2.650

3.650

3.290

3.190

National Bank

3.000

4.400

3.140

3.040

3.750

4.390

4.790

-

4.500

3.150

3.500

3.750

3.850

3.950

President’s Choice Fin’l

3.000

6.190

3.190

2.940

3.590

4.040

4.440

Royal Bank of Canada

3.000

3.140

3.140

3.140

3.950

4.540

4.940

Servus Credit Union

-

4.000

3.090

3.040

3.440

3.940

4.790

Steinbach Credit Union

-

-

2.750

2.850

2.950

3.050

3.100

Peace Hills Trust

T-D Mortgage

3.000

3.140

2.990

2.940

3.440

3.940

4.790

Tangerine

3.000

-

3.190

3.240

3.490

3.690

3.790

Rates are subject to change without notice.

Mortgage options You can choose any of these mortgage options which fit into the two basic mortgage types. Lenders may even customize these options to suit your needs.

All mortgages are of two basic types: CONVENTIONAL

OPEN MORTGAGE

INSURED OR HIGH-RATIO

Allows borrowers are to repay all or part of the total amount of their mortgage at any time without penalty.

Because of flexibility, this is ideal for borrowers who plan to sell their homes in the near future or who want to switch from a short-term mortgage at high-interest rates to a longer term when mortgage interest rates fall.

Buyer can borrow up to 95 per cent of the purchase price or the value of the property, whichever is less.

The down payment can be as low as five per cent.

This usually has the lowest interest rate available but lacks the flexible features of other mortgage options.

Buyer can borrow up to 75 per cent of the purchase price or the value of the property, whichever is less.

Buyer has to pay 25 per cent down.

A conventional mortgage cannot exceed 75 per cent of the value of the property.

CLOSED MORTGAGE

It’s a good choice for those who want the security of knowing their monthly payment is fixed for a longer term.

Prepayment options are available but they are subject to conditions.

PORTABLE MORTGAGE Offers flexibility if borrowers move.

Borrowers can take the mortgage to their new home or can transfer it (usually with the consent of the lender) to the purchaser of their old home. This is an attractive option if the rate on the existing mortgage is lower than current rates.

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