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36 FUNDAMENTALLY SPEAKING

The importance of selecting a reputable moving firm by Wayne Karl

44 CHBA - ALBERTA

How the recent floods will impact the home building industry by Jim Rivait

50 HOMEBUYERS’ HELP

Landscaping and your new home

by Shane’s Landscaping and Contracting

58 MONEY MATTERS

We’re having a baby! by Gail Vaz-Oxlade

78 QUICK TIPS

Disciplined delegator or drill sergeant? by Hellen Buttigieg

118 MAKE YOUR MOVE

How to avoid common packing mistakes by Dan Hopkins

HOMEBUYERS’ HELP

74 FINANCES

Assessing your readiness for homeownership

93 SHOWHOME REVIEW

Homexx presents The Maple in West Haven Park by Salina Yara Halabi

108 MOVING TIPS

10-point plan for a safe and smooth move

121 COMMUNITY PROFILE

Trumpeter by Big Lake

129 NEW-HOMEBUYERS’ RESOURCE SECTION Mortgage calculator and rate table

132 WEB DIRECTORY

Edmonton area builders, developers and communities

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64 DOLCE VITA HOMES

Giving back with Habitat for Humanity

68 BLANKET HOME WARRANTY

Blanket Home Warranty ensuring home-building excellence

76 HOMEBUYING

4 ways to make sure you buy the right home

88 TD CANADA TRUST

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92 HOME PRICES

Edmonton prices continue to see steady growth in all housing types

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Solid investment decisions begin at home

s there a positive to buying a new home in our current economic climate? You bet there is. When you buy from a new-home builder, your investment is backed by a strong warranty program. It protects your deposit before the home is built and it offers protection against defects in work and materials, unauthorized substitutions and delayed closings or occupancies after the home is constructed. What are the other positives of buying a new home? New housing prices are extremely competitive at this time and interest rates are low. If you think posted rates look good, ask your bank or mortgage broker if they can do better. While no one can guarantee what their home will be worth in the next 10 or 20 years, ask a recent new-home buyer what the value of their home is now. Chances are you will see them smile. There has been a steady increase in the price of new homes, especially in communities with new amenities such as schools, shopping and transit. There are no rules about what exactly a builder or sales representative must tell you about your prospective new neighbourhood, so do some homework of your own and investigate the area. The media often stresses the negative side of the story. It’s time to make solid investment decisions, and look beyond the doom and gloom. Investigate how you can make Canada’s economic environment work for you. Happy new-home hunting!

Susan Legge EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Wall2Wall Media,Susan.Legge@wall2wallmedia.com Follow me on Twitter at Twitter.com/SusanLegge

Choose your mover wisely

For this important part of the homebuying process, take the time to do proper research

ar too many people, it seems, have a moving horror story. Not just tales of damaged possessions, delayed deliveries or unavailable trucks, but far worse instances of outright crime. Moving company ripoffs, in fact, are one of the top scams monitored by the Better Business Bureau (BBB). After saving for a down payment, paying lawyer’s fees and other costs associated with buying a home, who can blame buyers for wanting to save a few bucks on the one area they likely feel they can tackle themselves, or by hiring a discount mover to do the job on the cheap. The problem with the latter choice, especially, is the high risk you run in being victim to the various schemes employed by unscrupulous moving companies. To protect yourself, the Canadian Association of Movers, which holds members to a strict code of ethics, urges consumers to research prospective moving firms: contact the CMA for checklists and referrals, as well as other sources such as Industry Canada and the BBB. Moving into a new home should be an exciting and celebratory experience. Ensure it remains that way by not cutting corners on this last important step.

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hether you’re looking for a weekend retreat or permanent residence, The Estates at Waters Edge, located 45 minutes west of Edmonton at Lac St. Anne, is a Lake Front community of single-family homes. This secure, gated development is situated on a half-mile of south-facing lakeshore. Summer includes boating, water sports, fishing, walking and biking along the numerous pathways, enjoying barbecues on the deck and watching a beachfront sunset, or visiting one of the various golf courses in proximity. On-site a private boat launch and maintained marina is included for your carefree boating enjoyment. For social gatherings, a clubhouse, including a kitchen, dining area and games room, can accommodate small groups and large, community events. The clubhouse is great for getting everyone together for a private function or community social gatherings. Residents can also enjoy the beachfront recreation area, children’s playground, on-site walking/cross-country ski trails and future development includes a fitness centre, hot tub and outdoor swimming pool to complement existing amenities. The project’s popularity to date has been attributed to the overall hassle free concept of the Waters Edge experience. Prospective buyers can choose their select lot; as well select their choice and size of Craftsman style residence. Floorplans range from two to four bedrooms and 1,150 to 2,500+ sq. ft. constructed on a crawl space, full basement or walk-out basement, or custom design your home with our design team. All are finished in the Craftsman style in your choice of colours, which feature fully landscaped yards, paved driveway, parking pad, exposed aggregate sidewalks. Attached and detached garages and additional storage in the secure storage yard on-site for your recreational toys are also available on-site. Additionally, residences come complete with a 10-year Progressive Home Warranty to ensure home construction quality. Homes are designed so that the living areas take full advantage of the great lake views. Plans are customizable to make the layout and room sizes suit each individuals needs. All designs are done in-house by the Waters Edge Architecture lead design team, so the turnaround time for consultation and final design plans is very fast. Most home builders charge a fee with any changes to their plans, while this is part of a service that is provided to an owner who chooses to build with Waters Edge. Owners can also choose to buy the lot and bring their own builder. The proposed design just has to fit within The Estates at Waters Edge architectural and landscaping guidelines. Upgrades are also available to the homes, including granite countertops, gas fireplace, central vac system a detached or attached garage, as well as numerous other options. The interiors of these homes come in a variety different high-quality finishing packages, with energy-efficient designs and six low-energy appliances. R-20 insulation is used in the walls and R-40 in the ceilings. Use of high efficiency furnaces provides that the homes are built to high efficiency standards and save on utilities. 18 NEW HOME GUIDE | AUG 30 - SEP 27, 2013

A monthly maintenance fee ensures maintenance of all the common areas (such as clubhouse, marina, playground, beachfront recreation area and boat launch). The fees also include water, sewage and a full-time on-site manager. There are lawncare and winter snow shoveling services also available. The area surrounding Waters Edge offers a healthy list of amenities. A convenience store and gas station are a few blocks away. Onoway and Alberta Beach offer retail services including grocery and liquor stores, restaurants, gas station, public library, hair salon, dollar store, hotel and golf course. Schools are nearby and the Barrhead and Stony Plain hospitals are only 25 to 30 minutes away. The proximity to Edmonton is a major selling point for The Estates at Waters Edge. A short drive can get you to your lakefront home in no time. Many of the purchasers, however, are not from the Edmonton area. Residents include people from Peace River, Fort McMurray, Whitecourt and Calgary. They have found The Estates at Waters Edge to be the best value and location for Lake Front and Lake View property in Northern Alberta. Lot prices start in the low $100’s, and twobedroom residences with a completely landscaped lot start in the low $300’s! Onsite showhomes are available for immediate possession. Call Mike at 780-405-6378 or 1-877-405-1105 or visit watersedgeestates.ca

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FINALISTS ANNOUNCED EDMONTON, AB – The Canadian Home Builders’ Association – Alberta (CHBA – Alberta) is pleased to announce the finalists for the 2013 CHBA - Alberta Awards of Excellence in Housing. White Eagle Homes leads the competition with 7 finalists and Homes by Avi follows with 5 finalists. Jayman MasterBUILT has 4 finalists while Ackard Contractors, Carrington Communities, Douglas Homes, and Landmark Group of Builders have 3 finalists each. This year Edmonton region leads the competition with 36 finalists, close behind is Calgary region with 24 finalists, Central Alberta has three finalists and Lethbridge and Medicine Hat each have two finalists. The CHBA - Alberta Awards of Excellence in Housing, presented by RBC Royal Bank, honour the top builders and renovators from across the province. They will be presented during a special ceremony on September 13 at BUILD 2013 CHBA – Alberta Conference held at the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge. An exciting addition this year will be the expanded Builder of the Year Awards, with the outstanding accomplishments of builders in the large-volume, small-volume and multifamily categories each being recognized by a separate award. CHBA – Alberta will present additional awards in the single-family, multi-family and renovation categories and added an award for community development. CHBA – Alberta received a record-breaking 412 entries this year from builders and renovators across the province. The submissions are reviewed by a cost review committee before 137 judges choose the finalists. “It’s always thrilling to see so many builders participate in the annual competition and we are excited to showcase their innovative and creative designs. Consumers have a wide variety of options from our builder and renovator members; we encourage you to visit these builders’ showhomes to see them for yourselves. We look forward to celebrating their achievements in Jasper when the winners are revealed,” said CHBA – Alberta Chief Executive Officer Jim Rivait. In addition, CHBA – Alberta is pleased to announce the Safety Leadership Award finalists. The Awards are sponsored by ATCO Gas as part of their commitment to safety. “Our members are deeply committed to providing safe workplaces for their workers and it is inspiring to see that dedication reflected in safety programs developed by the award finalists. All of these companies should be proud of their leadership in this vital area,” said Rivait.

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Make it multi-functional TV, homework, home office - the more functions that can be incorporated into a kitchen, the better. The key is to figure out in advance all the different uses you’d like for your kitchen and then think creatively about that areas functionality..

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The most popular request I have as a professional is to help design kitchens –follow these ten secret design principles and take your kitchen from just functional to fabulous. Design with the rest of your home in mind The kitchen is the heart of the home. When designing and then decorating your kitchen, look outside the room’s footprint to see which elements, features, or colors from adjoining rooms can be integrated into the kitchen, don’t forget to consider how the outdoors relates to your kitchen and integrate those elements as well. Integrate appliances into your cabinetry Instead of highlighting the appliances, hide them away and make your millwork the focal point - great way to expand the space. Avoid the monotony of monochrome Don’t get confused by this statement, you are spending a lot of money for your kitchen. Pick one neutral (white, cream, beige, brown, black, or gray) and mix the textures and tones of that one neutral. Makes your kitchen monochromatic, but never boring! 34

Accent uniqueness If you’ve got a beam running through your kitchen, don’t hide it – highlight it! Embrace the uniqueness and feature that item, always make your space memorable.

Get down to the details Paying attention to smallscale design details—even down to the direction of the grain in the wood—all have a cumulative effect that can add up to an amazing space. Consider some of these details in your kitchen; crown molding, grout for your tile as a pop of colour, countertop edges, cabinetry hardware, direction of the grain on your wood cabinets, lighting…

Respect the family – needs and space constraints A kitchen designed for a household with a growing family will be different from one designed with empty nesters. Satisfaction will come when you honor how your kitchen needs to be used. This requires some soul searching or, at the least, a certain frankness about your needs. Go Bold – Or Adding Wow Factor One of the many benefits of a kitchen designed in neutral tones is the opportunity to feature one impressive item—whether it be a painting hung on the wall, a sculpture displayed on a pedestal, or an item incorporated into the very fabric of the kitchen itself – like an alternate island countertop. For our kitchen highlighted here, it is the banquette and grasscloth wall. Repeat patterns Critical in contemporary/modern kitchen design, the trick is to intentionally repeat patterns throughout the space, be confident with your choices and thoughtfully acknowledge them. Create harmony with symmetry – I LIVE by this rule! Ask any cabinetry supplier that has worked with us, it is all about symmetry in my kitchen designs. Critical in a busy space to make it look tailored and organized, always a winning aesthetic. Don’t just except the mundane and common, your kitchen is the heart of your home, and gets used day in and day out. Apply these general principles to your home’s kitchen and you won’t regret the extra time and effort - good luck with your design! PHOTOS ARE FROM A COMPLETE HOME RENOVATION DESIGNED BY interiorsBYDESIGNinc. WORK PROVIDED BY ROCK-SOLID CONSTRUCTION SERVICES, 780-932-2936 – ASK FOR GARRY!

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with a team of trusted professionals – a mortgage broker, lawyer, perhaps a realtor or builder sales associate and maybe a home inspector. Then, assuming you move ahead with your purchase, eventually you will likely need a mover. People often don’t consider a mover as an important member of their team of professionals. However, given the critical role they perform – taking possession, at least temporarily, of all your worldly goods and moving them without loss or damage – it’s a function not to be taken for granted. Not doing your due diligence and taking the time to select a reputable mover can invite untold problems. Case in point: the following example, which admittedly doesn’t involve a new-home move, but the experience is all too common. So is the lesson learned – unfortunately, the hard way. I recently contracted a “professional” moving company to carry out a last-minute move of five pieces of furniture on behalf of my son, a university student. For a variety of reasons, we decided to hire movers rather than rent a truck. After calling several firms – including large, wellknown companies and smaller, independent ones – I selected a moving company based in the location where the pick-up was to take place. Drop-off would be about 100 kilometres away. We agreed on price ($350) and time (9 a.m.) – after I was very clear the move would involve an out-of-town destination. All details were confirmed in a “contract” exchanged via email. The crew was on time for the move the next morning, but almost immediately began talking about a higher rate – $360. Not a huge difference, but it immediately raised my suspicions. I’ll spare you all the gory details, but it’s important to share the lowlights of what happened next: » The company I originally contracted the job to the night before was inexplicably unavailable to actually perform the move the next morning, and apparently passed it off to another firm.

phone repeatedly the night before, suddenly was nowhere to be found. » Once the truck was loaded, the fee increased to $450. » Upon arrival at the destination, the movers said the fee was $500. “It’s taking longer than we thought, and the furniture is heavier.” » “Sure,” I said, “right after I call the police.”

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With that, the sordid tale ended. The job not complete, left for us to move the furniture indoors, now the victims of one of the Top 10 scams monitored by the Better Business Bureau (BBB). “I could write a thesis on this,” says John Levi, president of the Canadian Association of Movers (CAM). CAM offers consumers the following tips on how to avoid being scammed by unscrupulous movers: » Find reputable movers through the CAM, BBB or provincial government consumer protection agencies » Ask three movers for estimates in writing » Get the terms and conditions in writing » Ensure your goods will be protected for loss or damage » Read customer reviews on movers’ websites and other forums “Consumers have recourse with their provincial government’s consumer affairs department and with the Better Business Bureau,” says Levi. “Both of these avenues are fraught with difficulties and often take many months to come to some form of resolution – satisfactory or otherwise. And often, the mover simply out-waits the consumer. “It’s far simpler and more effective to engage a reputable mover in advance rather than trying to fi x a bad situation after-the-fact.” My example, though painful and infuriating, is minor compared to other common horror stories involving similarly unsuspecting clients. Make sure you take the proper steps – and the time – to protect yourself.

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How the recent floods will impact the home building industry by Jim Rivait Edmonton was spared when June floods damaged thousands of properties, but homebuyers may be wondering if rebuilding efforts elsewhere in Alberta will affect construction in the capital city. The answer will depend to some extent on the amount of the damage, but Edmontonians can be assured that home builders have a long history of overcoming the challenge of rapid changes in demand. Just look at the stats for the last decade. Last year, builders constructed 12,837 homes in the Edmonton area. Ten years earlier, 12,581 new homes were built. So it would appear homes are constructed at a steady and consistent pace. When you take a look at construction in the years sandwiched between 2002 and 2012, a very different picture emerges. Only one other year – 2003 – saw housing starts at the 12,000-level. The number of homes built dipped below 12,000 in 2004, topped 13,000 the following year, and reached a decade-high peak of almost 15,000 homes in 2006 and 2007. Then along came the global economic meltdown – an event powerful enough to knock even Edmonton’s robust economy for a loop. The next two years saw building dive sharply, with 6,615 homes in 2008, then hit the low point for the decade in 2009 with 6,317 home starts. Then, as economic prospects improved, home building rebounded sharply in 2010 and 2011 to the 9,000-plus level. That brings us back to where we started our tour of the decade, with Edmontonians buying almost 13,000 homes per year.

Talk about a roller-coaster ride! My point here is that Edmonton is fortunate to have a contingent of builders that can design attractive homes to meet the diverse needs of our growing population, but can also respond to the normal ups and downs in demand. This flexibility will be a great asset for builders – and their customers – in the next 18 months or so when flood-related work is certain to require companies to ramp up production to meet demand. The amount of extra home construction and restoration work coming down the pipeline is still a bit of a mystery. Provincial officials are still working to pin down how many homes must be replaced or repaired. Owners in flooded areas will have to decide whether to rebuild or relocate – a decision that will take time. The flood was over in just a few days but the recovery will be an extended process. 44 New home Guide | aug 30 - sep 27, 2013

jim rivait Jim Rivait is Chief Executive Officer of CHBA – Alberta. Starting his career working in government, Jim spent the last decade working in the private sector specializing in government relations, advocacy, strategic communications, policy development/analysis and association management.

However, it’s hard to imagine the demand will spike more than 55 per cent, as was the case in Edmonton between 2009 and 2010. That’s not to say there will be no impact on the industry from floods. One very conservative estimate suggests that construction in all sectors will rise by $1.5 billion, with residential construction representing $650 million in work. The extra work will require extra hands. The number of additional tradespeople needed will likely top 2,900. During this tumultuous and unpredictable period, consumers will need to be extra vigilant in choosing a builder with experience dealing with the peaks and valleys of demand. One concern after any disaster, is the inevitable arrival of opportunists who see a chance to make a quick buck by preying on people when they are most desperate for help. While the majority of fly-by-night operators will probably gravitate to southern Alberta, there may well be a spillover into the Edmonton marketplace. Many members of the Canadian Home Builders’ Association in Edmonton boast long and proud histories of serving customers in both slow and busy periods. That’s a good place to start your search for a builder who will stand behind their work. The Canadian Home Builders’ Association – Alberta represents more than 1,500 business members including new home builders, renovators, developers, trade and supply companies and professional services.

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One of the most important decisions in the new home purchase process is the community or development you will live in. It matters because the “future development” of a community or its surroundings can pay BIG dividends for you at resale time. In some rare cases it can also hurt property values. Of course, you also have to live in the place so make sure the development plan is consistent with the quality of life you are aspiring to.

Development Companies Create Communities, Builders Create Homes The general working relationship in a NEW community is for a land development company to assemble the land; purchase it: master plan and engineer the community; obtain civic approvals; coordinate services and heavy construction; determine home styles and the quantities of each; configure the commercial mix, if any; articulate lifestyle amenities; and finally, select builders to help market and build the homes. The selected builder group is generally independent of the developer and is assembled to sell lots, construct the homes and provide direct customer service through the purchase experience. However, it is possible today for some developers to also have home building divisions. These will generally be separate from the land development side of the business.

Remember, it’s the buyers responsibility to understand the implications of their neighbourhood’s future development planning... These relationships, whether applied to single or multi-family homes, mean buyers have great access to detailed and accurate information on future development plans for the community and its surroundings prior to purchase. You may have to dig a little for some information but the effort will be worth it. REMEMBER, it’s the buyers responsibility to understand the implications of their neighbourhood’s future development planning, though most show homes provide overviews of this information. After the show home, The City Of Edmonton’s Development & Planning Department, or other civic 48 NEW HOME GUIDE | AUG 30 - SEP 27, 2013

Location. Location. Evaluation?

or provincial departments, offer a treasure trove of data and information on your area. On a macro level you can obtain copies of local and regional economic growth patterns and job creation data through Economic Development Edmonton or Statistics Canada. And finally, use on-line resources to chart and map crime statistics, population patterns, and income stratification to truly understand how the future may unfold for your community. It’s also advisable to review where new business development initiatives are targeted as that inevitably means population growth which may help grow the value of your investment.

It’s A Little Work That’s Worth A Lot! While this may sound a bit “extreme” to the average home buyer, trust me, it’s important. A well defined and innovative development plan, executed professionally, in a high growth area of the city, can yield “thousands” of extra dollars in equity when your new community finally reaches completion. Public amenities like schools, leisure centres, parks and recreation development, and even commercial and transit construction can have dramatic positive (and sometimes negative) impact on a property. And, often these do not exist at the time of your purchase. When you finally decide on your home plan and work through all your exterior detail and interior décor selections, the final outcome of the product and the benefits you will enjoy are well understood. However, buyers often ignore the “living environment” around their home which can lead to unexpected outcomes that could have been avoided through a little homework before you signed the sales contract.

Follow CSG on Facebook or Twitter for regular real estate opportunities and updates. All of Jim’s columns are posted on CSG’s blog at www.csg.ca.

Jim Malner is President of Consumer Strategies Group (CSG), Alberta’s longest serving, professional, real estate marketing consultancy with offices in Edmonton, Calgary and Vancouver.

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and your new home by Shane’s Landscaping & Contracting Ltd. Make a wish list Having an idea of what the final overall effect you are trying to achieve is helpful. Determine the landscaping features and needs you want and put them down on paper. Try to list every feature you would like under ideal circumstances. Don’t be afraid to consider designs that are of a larger scale. With a little creativity from your landscaping contractor, together you will be able to adapt and scale down most designs to fit your property and give it personal flair. Sift through ideas to determine which features are most important to you and are the most feasible. Identify your dream landscape, determine your style and establish a budget. In some cases, you may need to compromise due to space or money constraints. A good landscaping professional should have a website with a photo library of previous landscaping projects. Browsing through and looking at homes with beautifully landscaped yards will surely get your creative juices flowing. Building a new home is a very exciting time.

Often, thinking about landscaping may be the last thing on your mind, given all the other decisions you are making. However, by keeping in mind a few key elements, achieving the “yard of your dreams” will be easier and stress-free once your home is built. Know the facts Understanding the restrictions and capabilities of your lot is important. Builders differ as to what is included in the price of your home and lot. There will be legal responsibilities for landscaping your new home. Rough grade, final grade, landscaping deposit and seasonal holdbacks are all terms you will need to familiarize yourself with. Rough grade approval will likely be applied for and absorbed in the cost of your home. Any extra excavation required for retaining walls will be at an additional cost to you. Know what you are required to do and what your builder has included. Your developer will have some landscaping guidelines and requirements for your neighborhood. These must be followed as requested by the developer. The developer requirements in most cases include frontyard landscaping and the design or style of your fencing. Keep in mind what type of soil you have, how much sun you get in the front- and backyards of your home. How much room do you have? Does your neighborhood allow underground irrigation? Will you require additional pipes to be installed? All of this is much easier and affordable if thought out and planned beforehand. Ask questions! 50 New home Guide | aug 30 - sep 27, 2013

Call a professional Hiring a qualified professional with the proper knowledge is a great place to start. Most homeowners underestimate the work associated with landscaping the yard of new home. Many of the procedures are tedious, lengthy and very labor intensive, often including several pieces of large equipment. Do-ityourselfers, beware. In order to achieve the stylish and functional yard to complement your new home, hiring a qualified landscaping contractor to get the job done is your first step. By taking some of this advice into consideration, the process of achieving the yard of your dreams will be easier. A quality outdoor living space will not only make you the envy of the neighborhood and be a welcome sanctuary for your family, children and pets for years to come, it will also increase the value of your home. Shane’s Landscaping & Contracting Ltd. specializes in residential, estate and acreage landscape construction. From patios to water features, driveways, retaining walls, lighting, walkways, fences, irrigation, garden beds, boulders, barbecue, fire pits and the new synthetics grasses, we can help make your landscaping beautiful. Planning your landscaping is an exciting time and we are here to help. Our team of friendly knowledgeable and hardworking staff can make your landscaping dream a reality. Shane’s Landscaping & Contracting Ltd. is locally owned and operated, providing landscaping and snow removal services to Edmonton and surrounding area. Call us for a consultation at 780.983.8233 or view our portfolio at shaneslandscaping.com

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a baby! by gail vaz-oxlade

One of the life events that will have the biggest impact on your money is the arrival of a new babe and the income loss associated with taking maternity leave. In Canada, new moms can take up to 52 weeks off from their jobs and have those jobs protected for their return to work. However, all that time off doesn’t necessarily come with a full pay cheque. Yes, there are companies that offer a “top up,” but it hardly ever is for the full amount of your before-baby pay, and it seldom lasts for the full year. For people who do not receive a top-up, employment insurance (EI) benefits will provide an income. EI benefits are calculated as 55 per cent of your normal earnings up to a maximum salary. So if you’re earning $40,000 a year, which translates into $3,333 before taxes a month, or $769 gross a week, you’ll be entitled to 55 per cent of that or about $423 a week, before taxes. Ouch! On top of that pain is the fact that the first two weeks of mat leave are unpaid, so your income calculation won’t start until the third week. And since

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You have to make a budget that balances while you’re off, including a whole bunch of new categories that incorporate baby’s food, clothes, personal care (diapers, shampoo, cream), medical, toys, activities and savings.

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it’ll take between four to six weeks to get your first EI benefit deposited into your bank account, you shouldn’t be counting on that money to make your mortgage payment or buy food. Moms aren’t the only ones who can take time off with your new Mini-Me. Dads can take up to 35 weeks of parental leave; however EI benefits have to be shared between the mother and father so they can’t both collect EI at the same time. Adoptive parents also get to take parental benefits and fall under the same rules as dads. So, now that you know you’ll only be getting a fraction of the income you’ve become used to, how are you going to cope? Many new moms and dads resort to using their credit cards or lines of credit to see them through. Dumb! With a new long-term expense – that’s the baby – adding gobs of interest to the equation is no way to secure your financial future. Every month you’ll fall further and further behind, becoming almost desperate at the hole you’ve dug yourself. And if another baby arrives soon after, your goose will be cooked. Just because Canadians are guaranteed a year of mat leave doesn’t mean we have the right to take it. We only have that right if we’ve taken the time to plan for it, and have the money we’ll need to make ends meet without going into debt. The best way to see the implication of the mat leave income drop-off is to live on the equivalent of your mat leave income for the duration of your pregnancy. Put the rest of the money you’re earning away for emergencies, to buy the stuff you’ll need for baby, or to start an education savings plan. If you can’t swing it for the months that you’re pregnant, you might want to reconsider taking the full year’s mat leave.

Adoptive parents also get to take parental benefits and fall under the same rules as dads. The other thing you have to consider is which member of the family should take the most time with the baby. While, traditionally, women have done this, when the woman is the primary breadwinner in the family then the income loss to the family is felt doubly. Do the math to see who should take time off and how much, and how that will impact on the family’s financial situation. You have to make a budget that balances while you’re off, including a whole bunch of new categories that incorporate baby’s food, clothes, personal care (diapers, shampoo, cream), medical, toys, activities and savings. Don’t forget the costs associated with actually getting the baby here: hospital rooms and parking. If you have a health plan through work, you may be covered for semiprivate room. If not, you may have to settle for sharing a room with a lot of other crying babies. And don’t bank on being in hospital for only one day. If there’s any complication with baby, you’ll be “living” at the hospital until baby can come home. Don’t add financial stress to your already over-stressed life. The arrival of your newest family member should be a time full of joy and excitement. But you can’t expect things to run smoothly if you’re a dope and don’t do some planning. People like to say they didn’t have any time to plan… that they were “surprised” by baby’s arrival. You’re kidding me, right? Nine (I actually think of it as 10) months isn’t enough time to figure out how you’re going to cope? Or maybe it’s that you don’t want to have to face some hard truths. Well, you have a baby to consider now, so it’s time to wake up and smell the poop! aug 30 - sep 27, 2013 | New home Guide 59

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Dolce Vita Homes: Giving Back with Habitat for Humanity

On July 29, Dolce Vita Homes, in partnership

with Beaverbrook Developments and Habitat for Humanity, presented the keys to a beautiful new home to a deserving Leduc family. It was a labour of love for the Dolce Vita Homes team, who all donated their time and efforts to help provide this Leduc family with a safe and stable home. Maurizio Naccarato, vicepresident of sales and marketing at Dolce Vita Homes, explains that “ Habitat for Humanity is a great cause that continuously gives back to the community” – something he and the company strongly believe in. Dolce Vita Homes teamed up with Habitat for Humanity because they felt the cause was in line with their core company foundations; working together, giving back, and always doing what is right. “The whole company got involved on this project – and that speaks to what kind of team we have at Dolce Vita Homes” Naccarato proudly states. The family will now get to call this Dolce Vita house their home for the next five years, ultimately allowing them to build equity in the home. Once five years have passed, the now established family can move forward in their lives allowing for another deserving Habitat for Humanity nominee to take over the home. Naccarato explains that their home donation is truly a gift that keeps on giving to the community, creating positive results for the both family and the community as a whole. “Dolce Vita means ‘the sweet life’,’’ Naccarato adds, “and we believe every family deserves the chance to live a sweet life”. To learn more about Dolce Vita Homes and Habitat for Humanity, visit their websites at dolcevitahomes.ca and hfh.org

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Blanket Home Warranty Ltd. is one new home warranty provider striving to make a difference and make its presence felt in the residential construction industry in the province. New home warranties are serious

business. After all, when the subject at hand is your new home, the product of years of hard work and saving, and likely the most important purchase you’ll ever make, you need to know your investment is protected. The government of Alberta agrees, and is working on new legislation requiring newhome builders to provide proof of an acceptable home warranty program, in order to receive a building permit. Blanket Home Warranty Ltd. is one new home warranty provider striving to make a difference and make its presence felt in the residential construction industry in the province. For close to five years, President Jason Yarmuch has been pursuing his passion to make sure the builders that join Blanket Home Warranty and all their purchasers have access to the very best new home warranty protections, and are treated to exemplary service and his vision to provide the most comprehensive synergy services, under one blanket. 68 New home Guide | aug 30 - sep 27, 2013

“While there may not be many providers of new home warranties in Alberta, we want to stand out and be recognized as the company providing the absolute best service with the most comprehensive set of warranty and warranty related services to new home builders,” says Yarmuch. With sister companies providing competitive builder construction-related insurances and unique bond products to help multi-family builders, in particular, achieve their pre-sale targets far sooner than before, Blanket Home Warranty is well along to living up to that commitment. And Blanket Home Warranty is constantly looking for new synergies and other business partners to bring even more value to the builder member, with some considered success. Blanket Home Warranty employs a fully trained and qualified inspection team that routinely visit the construction sites it is warrantying and works with its builders to ensure the finished products are built to the high standards expected by Albertans. Blanket Home Warranty works exclusively with Canada’s largest insurer, the Intact Insurance Co., to provide new home warranties through some of the largest multi-family builders in the province. “We are so proud of our builder members,” says Yarmuch. “They represent some of the very best in Alberta.”

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Purchasing a home is often the biggest financial decision in a person’s life, so it’s important to take your time, set realistic goals, assess all the costs and get the right advice before you buy. and current debt and remember to budget for closing costs, land transfer fees, property tax and everyday expenses. Talk to your bank about a mortgage preapproval so you know exactly how much you can borrow and afford. 3. Who can help me? Most often, first-time homebuyers turn to family and friends who have already been down the same road. Your realtor or banker can help you get a sense of the market and financing options. Arming yourself with more information and planning ahead can help you confidently navigate this first time journey so you can land the home of your dreams. More information is available online at rbcroyalbank.com/mortgages/first-time-home-buyers

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buying the right home sure to follow these five steps to help ensure that you a deal signed, sealed and delivered is aren’t going to be faced with unwelcome surprises,” one of the biggest and most emotionally- says Dorner. charged decisions that people ever Here are four important steps for prospective buyers make. to take before making any decisions: In fact, a recent Bank of Montreal report found that 80 per cent of Talk to the neighbours: The best way to get an idea prospective homebuyers know if a of what it would be like to live in a particular house is “the one” the moment they neighbourhood is to talk to someone who already lives step inside. there. Chat with neighbours about the community, According to Phil Dorner, president schools, commute and any potential surprises that you of the Ontario Real Estate Association, should know about. while that initial feeling is important, buyers should keep in mind that there Work with a local Realtor: Look for a realtor who are several other factors to consider works in the area and knows the ins and outs of the before making a final decision community. Asking friends, family and colleagues for “Although your initial feeling about references is a great place to start. Another good way to a property is a powerful force, make find a realtor active in the area is to go to open houses in the neighbourhood. Finding a home and getting

Get a home inspection: In Ontario, a home inspection reports on the condition of the roof, structure, foundation, drainage, heating, cooling, plumbing, insulation, walls, doors and electrical system. The cost of a home inspection can vary so do your research and make sure to choose a qualified home inspector who will also inform you of the scope and limitations of the inspection. Check with the city: Visit your local building department and find out if any new developments are planned. Check to see how many owners have applied to build homes or additions that are larger than the bylaw permits – this gives an indication of the neighbourhood’s future. When it comes to making a home buying decision, do your homework and be sure to enlist a real estate professional to guide you through the process. 76 New home Guide | aug 30 - sep 27, 2013

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Hellen Buttigieg is a certified professional organizer, life coach, TV host, owner of We Organize U and author of the best-seller, Organizing Outside The Box. For tips on organizing your home, your office and your life, visit weorganizeu.com and sign up for the free newsletter.

by hellen buttigieg Whether you live alone or have a full house, there’s no

reason you can’t have organization. The difference is, when it’s just you on your own, it takes discipline, while when living with others everyone has to do their part. You should be able to teach organizational systems and delegate responsibilities so that everyone in the family has a part in keeping the house in order, whether it’s your spouse putting the mail and paid bills in the right folders or the kids putting their toys back in the right place. You shouldn’t have to be the drill sergeant – repeating the same requests week in and week out. Everyone needs to learn to do their part and work together to keep the house in top shape. The “go-to” bin Provide a personalized “go-to” bin for each member of the family for things that don’t belong in the room. It keeps items together but out of sight until they’re returned to their proper place. Reserve a few minutes every day, perhaps before dinner, to do the “dash.” Each person empties his or her bin by returning the contents to the right place. The “in-box” Complementing the “go-to” bin, create a family mail centre to manage paper flow. Create in-boxes for each member of the family. These can be anything from wall-mounted pockets to magazine holders on a shelf. Keep them easily accessible. When paperwork comes into your home, sort it into each family member’s box. Items that need to be signed for school go into a parent’s box.

You should be able to teach organizational systems and delegate responsibilities so that everyone in the family has a part in keeping the house in order, whether it’s your spouse putting the mail and paid bills in the right folders or the kids putting their toys back in the right place.

Someone else’s clutter got you down? We’ve all heard that opposites attract, but if your partner’s organizing style is drastically different from yours, it can be frustrating for both of you. Before you are tempted to try and change your behaviour (or his/hers), keep in mind that the change will be short-lived if you are getting organized for someone else’s approval, but will last if you do it because you value the relationship. Has your dining room table become a dumping ground? In many homes, seldom-used flat surfaces often become drop zones for mail, books and any other items that don’t have a home. To save your table from becoming a breeding ground for clutter, bring out the china and silverware and set it for a formal dinner. It will be nicer to look at than a mountain of C O N T I N U E D on p a g e 8 0 . . . 78 New home Guide | aug 30 - sep 27, 2013

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Clear a shelf in a bookcase near the back entrance and designate the area as a special place to corral items each family member must have to leave the house. clutter and will actually prevent people from piling their possessions on it. Leave the house with everything you need Clear a shelf in a bookcase near the back entrance and designate the area as a special place to corral items each family member must have to leave the house. For kids, it will serve as home to permission slips, lunch boxes, homework, library books and projects. For adults, it will hold handbags, briefcases, car keys and dry cleaning. Add a different-coloured plastic dishpan for each family member or use attractive square baskets clearly labeled with each person’s name. When family members come home, they can toss their belongings into their basket until they need them again the next morning. His and hers filing systems minimize conflict If you share a filing system with your spouse, how’s that working for you? Often, couples have different organizing styles. To keep the peace, consider having separate filing systems. If you pay the household bills, keep those documents in your filing system and if your partner takes care of household repairs and receipts, they can keep track of that in their own filing system. Another option is to acknowledge your differences and assign the task of filing and retrieving documents solely to the person who is most comfortable with it. On schedule Keep a family calendar to keep track of everyone’s activities. Designate a central location where everyone can see it. Let each family member choose a colour and have each person enter their activities (if they are old enough) on the schedule using their colour. Preparation Reduce stress and frustration in the mornings by preparing the night before, when you’re not feeling as rushed. Decide what you are going to wear, make sure it’s clean and pressed, and lay it out with any accessories you plan to wear with it. It only takes a few minutes but will save you so much time and aggravation in the morning. Encourage your spouse and children to start this habit too, and enjoy more morning time. 80 New home Guide | aug 30 - sep 27, 2013

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DEVELOPER: United Communities BUILDERS: Caliber Master Builder, Landmark Homes, Landmark Communities, Pacesetter Homes LOCATION: West on 50th Street at Rue Montalet (follow the signs)

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DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Look Homes Master Builder. LOCATION: It is located on the south side of 50th ave at 66st.

7 ROYAL OAKS

DEVELOPER: Cancom Development BUILDERS: Konark Homes, Cancom Homes, Infiniti Homes, Open LOCATION: From Beaumont: West on Township Road 510 to East Vistas Blvd. (follow signs) From Edmonton: South on 101 St. to Township Road 510, east on Township Road 510 to East Vistas Blvd. (follow signs)

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Royal Oaks is imagined from an inquiry to “do good”. Wellness, fresh-air, uncompromised value, extended family time, play space, a daily retreat from stress and close proximity to all amenities. A whole new standard of spacious and attainable estate living is being created at Beaumont’s west- and Edmonton’s south-border.

LO S TO TS ER CIT V Y TH AV IC E AIL ED PU A BL BL IC E

DEVELOPER: S&D Group Development Ltd BUILDERS: Abington Homes, Ashton Homes, Royer Homes, Open LOCATION: 44 Ave. just off 44 St.

5 DANSEREAU MEADOWS

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Tips for new Canadians

to build credit Every year, thousands of

people immigrate to Canada in search of new opportunities and a better life. Today, Statistics Canada estimates that immigrants account for more than onein-five Canadians and projects that by 2055 immigration will account for 90 per cent of the country’s population growth. But figuring out how things work in a new country can be challenging, from locating new schools and communities to navigating the banking system. According to a poll from TD Canada Trust, most newcomers said they did not know how to open a bank account (47 per cent), apply for a credit card (58 per cent) or mortgage (87 per cent) or send money to family overseas (72 per cent) in their first three months in Canada. The biggest surprise new Canadians encountered setting up their finances was the credit rating system (24 per cent) and not having access to credit right away (23 per cent). “One of the major challenges new Canadians face when they arrive is establishing a credit history so they can buy or rent a home, get a credit card, purchase a car, and even secure a mobile phone plan and insurance,” says Stephen Menon, associate vice-president of credit cards at TD Canada Trust. “But in order to build a good credit rating, you need to apply for credit, which is challenging when you are new to Canada and don’t have a Canadian credit history.” A credit rating reflects the ability of a potential customer to pay back borrowed money, and is recorded by at least one of Canada’s major creditreporting agencies: Equifax Canada or TransUnion Canada. The following tips can help newcomers build their Canadian credit rating:

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1. Apply for a secured credit card

According to the poll, a quarter of new Canadians (23 per cent) said they wish they knew more about how to get approved for a credit card. Menon recommends newcomers visit their local branch to apply for a secured credit card as soon as they arrive. “A secured credit card has all of the advantages of a credit card, but requires that a certain amount of money be set aside to provide the bank with the security that the money will be paid back,” says Menon. “If used responsibly over time, a solid credit history can be built by paying credit card bills on time until eventually the credit rating is high enough to apply for an unsecured credit card.” 2. Pay all of your bills on time and in full

Late bill payments have the potential to negatively affect a credit rating, so Raymond Chun, senior vice-president at TD Canada Trust, recommends setting up preauthorized debits to avoid missing recurring bill payments. According to the research, 49 per cent of newcomers pay their bills through online banking and 30 per cent use a mobile app on their smartphone or tablet for banking services. “If you can’t afford to pay an entire bill, think about setting up an automatic transfer of the minimum monthly payment to avoid negatively affecting your credit rating,” says Chun. “And remember, even if your utility company gives you an extension on your monthly bill, your credit rating may still show that you paid it late.” 3. Check your credit rating before applying for a mortgage

Eighty-seven per cent of newcomers didn’t know how to apply for a mortgage in their first three months in Canada and 38 per cent said they wish they knew more about local mortgage rules. Farhaneh Haque, director of mortgage advice at TD Canada Trust, says qualifying for a mortgage and favourable interest rate depends on a number of factors, including a solid credit rating. She recommends homebuyers check their rating at least six months before applying for a mortgage, so they have time to correct it if there are any flaws. “It can take up to 18 months to build a credit history robust enough to apply for a mortgage, but I encourage newcomers to meet with an expert earlier to learn more about the home buying process in Canada,” Haque says. “An expert can help calculate what’s affordable and provide guidance on how to budget to service mortgage payments, live comfortably and save for the future in Canada.” TD Canada Trust and new Canadians Language can be one of the biggest challenges for newcomers when they arrive in Canada; 41 per cent found communicating difficult when they first arrived and 55 per cent said it was important for them to find a bank that offered services in their native language. TD Canada Trust offers telephone banking services in more than 170 languages, including the ability for customers to make an in-branch appointment with a financial advisor who speaks their native language. “We also found that many new Canadians like to bank on Sunday, so many of our branches open on Sundays are located in communities where there are large populations of new Canadians,” says Chun.

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AREA INFO • POPULATION: 6,361 and growing.

•R ECREATIONAL FACILITIES: Arena, Outdoor Swimming Pool, Ball Diamonds, Soccer Fields, Golf Course, Campground, Tennis Courts, and Community Centre. •M EDICAL FACILITIES: Hospital, 2 Medical Clinics, and Local Ambulance.

1 Hwy 19

1 THE RAVINES OF DEVON DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Open LOCATION: South on Michigan

Street, left on Ravine Drive

•P ARKS & PATHWAYS: Numerous Parks, Walking, Biking and Cross Country Ski Trails.

2 FAIRFAX LANE

DEVELOPER: Alldritt Land Corporation LP BUILDERS: Alldritt Homes LOCATION: South on Miquelon, left on Erie St., and left on Fairfax Close

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DEVELOPER: Strata Developments BUILDERS: High Grade Homes, Rosecroft Homes, Open LOCATION: 51 St. & Landing Trail Dr.

•G IBBONS SCHOOL 4908 - 51 Avenue 923-2240 [Gr. 5-9] •S TURGEON COMPOSITE HIGH SCHOOL On Hwy. 37, one km. east of Hwy. 28 973-3301 [Gr. 10-12] • LANDING TRAIL SCHOOL 5325 - 37 Avenue 923-2899 [Gr. K-4] • REDWATER SCHOOL 5023 - 50 Avenue 942-3625 [Gr. 5-12]

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• LOCATED: Along the banks of the scenic North Saskatchewan River, 15 minutes southwest of Edmonton on Highway 60, 10 minutes from the International Airport.

EVELOPER: Strata Developments D BUILDERS: Rosecroft Homes, Dynasty Builders, Morrow Homes, Open LOCATION: 53 St. & 40 Ave.

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DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Stardust Homes, Open LOCATION: Coady Blvd. & McDowell Wynd, South of Rollyview Rd.

2 TRIBUTE

DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Lakeview Homes, Tristate Signature Homes LOCATION: Dunlop Wynd & Caledonia Dr.

3 WINDROSE

DEVELOPER: Maclab Enterprises B UILDERS: Homes by Sher-Bilt, Cornerbrook Construction, Jacob’s Construction, McLean & McLean Custom Homes LOCATION: Exit at 50 Ave off Highway 2, proceed west, then go south on RR 253 to Windrose

4 SUNTREE

DEVELOPER: Maclab Enterprises BUILDERS: Kimberly General Partner, Cobblestone Master Builder, Bedrock Homes, Caliber Master Builder, Entity Homes, B&H Homes LOCATION: Grant MacEwan Boulevard & Suntree Promenade

5 SOUTHFORK

DEVELOPER: Tamani Communities BUILDERS: Dolce Vita Homes, Homes by Avi, Innovations by Jayman, Jayman MasterBUILT LOCATION: Highway 2A & 50th Street

6 ROBINSON DEVELOPER: Beaverbrook

Developments BUILDERS: Bedrock Homes, Dolce Vita Homes, Homes by Sher-Bilt, Western Living Homes LOCATION: South of Rolly View Road on C.W. Gaetz Drive

•R ECREATIONAL FACILITIES: Recreation & Culture Centre, Performing Arts Centre, 18 hole Golf Course & Public Library.

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•M EDICAL FACILITIES: Full Service Community Hospital and Full Ambulance Service. •P ARKS & PATHWAYS: 27 parks including Telford Lake, Fred John’s Park & Lions Campground.

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a thriving Industrial, Commercial & Agricultural Community continues to experience growth and expansion.

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For more information contact The City of Leduc at 780-980-7177

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Edmonton prices continue to see steady growth

across all housing types

latest Royal LePage House of 2.7 per cent to $419,614 and $386,547, respectively. Average Price Survey and Market Survey Forecast released prices for standard condominiums showed a more modest recently showed year-over-year price increases increase during the same period, rising 1.2 per cent to $248,750. across all housing types surveyed in Edmonton. Royal LePage forecasts that house prices will see modest Standard two-storey homes gains throughout the remainder of posted a modest year-over-year Dialogue concerning 2013, projecting a 3.0-per-cent increase of 2.2 per cent to the direction of Canada’s increase for the full year when $361,636, and condominiums compared to 2012. housing market has increased by 1.9 per cent to Dialogue concerning the direction $204,755. Detached bungalows remained front and of Canada’s housing market has were the strongest performer, centre in recent months. remained front and centre in recent rising 5.9 per cent to $347,344. months. Changes to Canada’s “An influx of people into the Edmonton area mortgage lending rules in mid-2012 coupled with concerns about over the past few years has translated into consumer debt levels, housing affordability in cities such as increased activity in the entry-level housing Toronto and Vancouver and continued international economic market. Buyers are looking for starter homes uncertainty have prompted a number of analysts to forecast large and lower-priced inventory,” says Ken Shearer, downward price adjustments. broker and owner of Royal LePage Noralta. “As we have stated consistently since the current market “Overall inventory has dropped as these downturn began late in the second quarter of 2012, this is a properties get snapped up, and now we’re normal cyclical correction which brings fewer home sales and commonly seeing multiple offer situations in softer prices. Those hoping their predictions of a bursting bubble some districts.” and cataclysmic drops in home values will come true are out of Shearer predicts that the market will luck again,” says Phil Soper, president and chief executive of continue to make small price gains over the Royal LePage. “Price appreciation in most markets across the balance of 2013. “While unit sales will likely country has been well below the long-term average for Canada remain flat, we forecast that overall prices will and will remain so through to the end of the year. We expect to rise by about 1.6 per cent.” see the number of homes trading hands to begin to rise slightly Nationally, in the second quarter, standard on a year-over-year basis in the second half of 2013, with price two-storey homes and detached bungalows both softness continuing until mid-2014, at which point we’ll see an showed a year-over-year average price increase emergence from the current cycle.” The

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ituated in the city of Leduc, The Maple is a beautiful two-storey home that features open spaces and a modern design. At more than 2,100 sq. ft., this Homexx home is located in the neighbourhood of West Haven Park â&#x20AC;&#x201C; an area that has been developed with young families in mind. Tree-lined streets, a large pond and natural surroundings offer a tranquil environment, while nearby amenities that are just minutes away provide added convenience. Enter into The Maple and a grand two-storey foyer welcomes you into the home. Immediately, the open concept style of the home is felt with the high ceiling and architecturally interesting staircase to the second level of the home, which features glass panels and custom locally

hand-milled wood railings. To the left of the foyer is a substantially sized laundry room with optional sink and large linen closet. This area of the home also features the main floor bath and entrance to the spacious double garage. The main floor features dark toned hardwood throughout, and walls in a contemporary grey toned colour accented with four-in. baseboards in a darker hue that offer some visually appealing contrast. The main living area of the home includes a feature wall with a dark grey design. Grey walls complement the fireplace which centres the space. Framing the fireplace is a stunning mosaic tiled design in a grey pallet, and windows surround the fireplace â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a unique feature that typically isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t found in many homes. To the left of the living area is the aug 30 - sep 27, 2013 | New home Guide 93

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home’s large kitchen. The main component of this space is the significant block island with extended eating bar. Perfect for morning breakfasts or entertaining, this kitchen island offers enough space to seat four and includes a large sink. Natural toned granite is presented on the island and all the countertops in the kitchen. Dark, yet cool toned cabinets surround the kitchen, offering lots of room for storing kitchen items. Stainless steel Whirlpool appliances are offered in the kitchen which compliment the grey glass tile backsplash. A roomy pantry with plenty of shelving ensures you won’t run out of space for storing groceries. Facing the kitchen is a generously sized dining area. With enough room to seat a table of eight, the dining area features a coffered ceiling design creating another layer of visual depth in the home. Oversized windows cover the back wall of the space allowing for natural light to flood the room. Through the dining room patio doors, you will find the home’s back deck. Perfect for summer barbecues, this exceptionally sized patio offers enough space for a patio set and barbecue. Climbing the luxuriously carpeted staircase to the second level of the home, you will find a charming bonus room. This area can be used as a family lounging space and features enough space to fit multiple couches and a TV, or it can even be used as a home office/study zone. There is also the option to have a two-storey great room in place of the bonus room and further enhance the open

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The open concept design of The Maple provides the exceptional space usage, oversized windows throughout the home, and an overall feeling of modern elegance. and airy feeling of the home. Next to the bonus room is the substantial master suite. Featuring oversized windows and enough space to fit a king-size bed and bedroom furniture, this master bedroom is sure to become a favoured retreat. The sizeable walk-in closet offers shelving and hanging options, and the five-piece master ensuite features his and her sinks, a free standing tub and a beautifully tiled shower. Two additional bedrooms are located on this second level, each with large closets and a built-in bench located beneath a window. A full bath with tub and shower is found next to the second bedrooms, as well as a

generously sized linen closet for extra storage needs. A second level balcony overlooks the front foyer of the home – further displaying the home’s modern and open design. Since 1986, Homexx has been known for its “Homes of Excellence.” Each home is filled with high quality design details that make each Homexx home unique. The open concept design of The Maple provides exceptional space usage, oversized windows throughout the home and an overall feeling of modern elegance. To see this impressive Leduc home in person, please visit 103 Kirpatrick Cres. to discover the wide range of options starting in the $280’s for starter homes and the $400’s to $600’s for attached garage product. Showhome hours are Monday to Thursday 3 to 8 p.m., Saturday and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. For more information, call Penny at 780.732.1310, or visit homexx.ca aug 30 - sep 27, 2013 | New home Guide 95

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AREA INFO • POPULATION: Over 18,653 • LOCATED: Adjacent to the northeast boundary of the provincial capital, the City of Edmonton-15 minutes close. • SCHOOLS: 6 Public Schools, 3 Separate Schools, 1 Christian School. • GROCERY: Sobey’s Station Square, Canada Safeway, No Frills. • RECREATION & CULTURE FACILITIES: Dow Centennial Centre, Tennis courts, campground, baseball diamonds, golf course, indoor pool, outdoor ice rinks (2), curling rink, 3 arenas, indoor soccer, gymnasium, fitness centre, performing arts theatre, visual arts gallery, pottery studio. • MEDICAL FACILITIES: New Hospital Opening in 2012, 5 Medical Clinics. • PARKS & PATHWAYS: 360 hectares of park/ recreational/ natural land with 30 kilometres of paved trails for walking, running, biking, rollerblading and cross-country skiing.

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DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Daytona Homes Master Builder, Parkwood Master Builder LOCATION: Coal Mine Road and Everitt Drive.

5 GREYSTONE MANOR

DEVELOPER: VIP Development Group Of Companies BUILDERS: Open LOCATION: North on St. Albert Trail and turn right onto Coal Mine Road

6 UPPER MANOR POINTE

DEVELOPER: Upper Manor Pointe BUILDERS: Open LOCATION: Corner of Coal Mine Road & Starkey road

7 THE CLUB & RESIDENCES OF RIVER’S GATE

DEVELOPER: Beaverbrook Developments BUILDERS: open LOCATION: Sturgeon Road between the Sturgeon Valley Golf Course & Riverlot 56 Natural Area

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• SCHOOLS: 30 schools offering specialized programming through Catholic, Public and Francophone school systems. Easy access to Postsecondary education by transit or roadway. • GROCERY/SHOPPING: 8 grocery stores including all major grocery chains plus speciality organic stores. Full shopping amenities from independent to big box stores. •R ECREATION FACILITIES: 28 ball diamonds, 47 soccer/football fields, 4 Regulation Rugby Fields, 1 regulation BMX track, 7 pools, 3 NHL size hockey arenas, 2 indoor arenas and 27 outdoor ice surfaces, Arden Theatre, Historic sites, Art Gallery, Museum •M EDICAL FACILITIES: Sturgeon Community Hospital, 2 medical centres, St. Albert & Sturgeon Primary Care Network, plus other health practitioners. •P ARKS & PATHWAYS: 85 km of the Red Willow Trail system connecting all residents to the river valley. 76 city/ school playgrounds, and 2 dog friendly parks

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DEVELOPER: Genstar Development Co. BUILDERS: Landmark Legacy, Park Royal Homes, Landmark Homes LOCATION: 175 Avenue at 87 Street

2 CENTRAL PARK AT CLAREVIEW CAMPUS DEVELOPER: Alldritt Development Ltd. BUILDER: Alldritt Homes LOCATION: 144 Avenue & 36 Street

3 McCONACHIE LANDING

DEVELOPER: MLC Group/Cameron Communities BUILDERS: Lenaco Homes, Cameron Homes, Reid Built Homes LOCATION: North of 167 Avenue & East of 50th Street

4 BRINTNELL

DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Pacesetter Homes, Daytona Homes Master Builder LOCATION: 163 Avenue & 41 Street

5 VILLAGE AT SCHONSEE

DEVELOPER: Bedrock Homes BUILDER: Bedrock Homes LOCATION: 5495 & 5497 Schonsee Drive

6 McCONACHIE

DEVELOPER: Walton Development and Managment L.P BUILDERS: Jayman MasterBUILT, Innovations by Jayman, Sabal Homes, Morrison Homes, Royal West Homes, Carlisle Group LOCATION: 167 Avenue and McConachie Way

7 COLLEGE WOODS AT LAKEVIEW

DEVELOPER: College Woods Development Inc. BUILDERS: Entity Homes, Prominent Homes Ltd, Sehra Homes LOCATION: 89 Street and 181 Avenue

8 THE TERRACES AT SCHONSEE

DEVELOPER: Brookfield Residential BUILDERS: Jayman Master Built, Coventry Homes, Sterling Homes, City Homes LOCATION: North of 167 Avenue on 71st Street

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Cool, calm and Cool, calm and connected living in connected living in McConachie means owning a brand new home, without waiting for the world to build around you. Visit 15 showhomes from the Carlisle Group, Royal West McConachie means owning a brand new home, without waiting for the world Homes, Sabal Homes, Morrison Homes and Jayman MasterBUILT. to build around you. Visit 15 showhomes from the Carlisle Group, Royal West Homes, Sabal Homes, Morrison Homes 2pm and Jayman MasterBUILT. Showhomes open Mondays to Thursdays to 8pm and Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays from 12pm to 5pm. Closed Fridays. Showhomes open Mondays to Thursdays 2pm to 8pm and Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays from 12pm to 5pm. Closed Fridays.

Development of Stage 5 has started which includes 2 brand new parks!

Photo galleries, directions and more at www.mcconachie.ca.

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10-point plan

for a safe and smooth move One of the best ways to ensure the move to

your new home goes smoothly is to plan it well in advance. The Canadian Association of Movers (CAM) stresses consumers get an early start, giving them time to find the best mover for them – and to ensure they don’t get caught hiring a rogue mover at the last minute. Pitfalls to planning poorly or leaving booking until very late are that you risk getting limited choices for movers, unreliable estimates, empty promises and poor service. Here are 10 points to help ensure a smooth move: DOs 1. DO hire a reputable mover. Check with your provincial government, the Better Business Bureau and/or the Canadian Association of Movers before you contract a mover. 2. DO get three on-site estimates – in writing. An in-home estimate is a more accurate estimate – and that means fewer disputes later on, during or after the move. 3. DO validate any estimate that is significantly different from the others. Check the mover’s reputation and validate their affiliations. 4. DO read Industry Canada’s Consumer Checklist for Choosing a Moving Company on CAM’s website, mover.net. CAM has important information on moving for consumers. 5. DO ask how your goods are protected against loss or damage and insured while in transit. You may wish to request additional cargo protection that is based on your valuation of your shipment. And always get it in writing.

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your decision based on the mover’s advertisement or salesman’s promises. Glossy ads, slick websites and verbal promises won’t ensure a good move. Always get promises in writing. 2. DON’T make your decision based on the lowest price or the company waiving the tax. Low prices are often altered on moving day with additional fees and only a disreputable mover will avoid collecting tax. 3. DON’T allow any company to do an over-the-phone estimate. A phone estimate is not binding unless it is followed up in writing and is often unreliable because the mover does not have all of the necessary information. 4. DON’T accept the references a company provides at face value. References can be a marketing strategy so they should not be your deciding factor. 5. DON’T accept any verbal agreement. A verbal commitment cannot be proven in a dispute. Always get promises in writing. You have a responsibility to protect yourself. Find out about your rights and responsibilities. There are consumer protection laws to protect you, but it’s far easier to get a reputable mover than to try and get a remedy after the move.

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Lakeview is close to many schools, amenities, and wonderful trail systems.

Large walkout lots surrounded with green space with easy access to Anthony Henday Drive, 97th and 82nd street.

With luxury homes by the finest builders, College Woods at Lakeview is where you want to be.

College Woods at Lakeview 89 Street and 181 Avenue

Entity Homes 587-524-4585

Prominent Homes Ltd 780-761-0790

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Here’s what you can do to Recycle, Renew and Reuse • Keep your car in good working order. Tune-ups and filter changes cut down on exhaust emissions, and you’ll get better gas mileage. When you change your oil, take your used motor oil to a recycling centre. • Use available transit alternatives. • Separate your garbage. Glass, aluminum, paper and even plastic can be recycled. If a recycling program is not directly available to you, contact your municipal sanitation department. • Donate reusable clothing and linens to charity. Most pick-up regularly in your area. • Become environmentally active in your community. You can make the world a better place to live... now and for future generations.

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EXPLORE Hawks Ridge A beautiful sunrise, the bright morning air, birds singing and a quiet peacefulness; it's the simple things like cherishing nature on and beyond your doorstep, having the people you love close by and breathing new life into old traditions. A community where driving home is a picturesque tour through the countryside. For nature lovers this is paradise.

This is Hawks Ridge at Big Lake. Home, naturally. Visit our showhomes today to see it for yourself. Take Yellowhead Trail, turn north on Winterburn Rd. (215 Street) and follow the signs. www.HawksRidge.ca or facebook/HawksRidgeEdmonton

Front Garage Homes from the $399's Semi-detached Homes from the $305's all photos taken on location

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1 CASTLEBROOK MEADOWS DEVELOPER: Concept Realty BUILDERS: Concept Homes LOCATION: 179 Ave. & 104 St.

2 CASTLEBROOK

DEVELOPER: Canterra Developments Corp. BUILDERS: Open, Urbanity Homes LOCATION: 110 St. & 176 Ave.

3 HAWKS RIDGE AT BIG LAKE

DEVELOPER: Walton Development and Managment L.P BUILDERS: Sabal Homes, Montorio Homes, Morrison Homes, Reid Built Homes LOCATION: North of Yellowhead Trail on 215 Street

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DEVELOPER: Reid Worldwide Corporation BUILDERS: Fekete Homes, Rococo Homes LOCATION: backing onto Lois Hole Provincial Park at Big Lake

DEVELOPER: United Communities BUILDERS: OPEN LOCATION: North corner of 127th Street & 195 Avenue

9 PALISADES 109 St.

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DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Sterling Homes, Pacesetter Homes, Coventry Homes, Reid Built Homes, LOCATION: North of 167 Avenue & East of 127th Street

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DEVELOPER: Canada Lands BUILDERS: Homes by AVI, Dream Homes by Krisner, Coventry Homes, Landmark Legacy Homes, Greenboro Homes, Pacesetter Homes, Abbey Lane Homes, Christenson Developments LOCATION: 137 Avenue North On 97 Street West on Griesbach Road

5 TRUMPETER BY BIG LAKE

DEVELOPER: United Communities BUILDERS: Estate Homes- Fekete Homes, Montorio Homes Classic Homes- Homes by Avi, Sabal Homes, Montorio Homes, Sterling Homes Duplex- Homes by Avi Townhomes- Rohit Communities. LOCATION: North on Anthony Henday Drive, West at 137th Ave. and 199 St.

DEVELOPER: MLC Group BUILDERS: Bedrock Homes, Landmark Communities, Landmark Homes, Landmark Legacy LOCATION: South of 167th Avenue & East of 139 Street

10 LEGACY POINTE

DEVELOPER: Concept Realty BUILDERS: Concept Homes Master Builder LOCATION: 18230 - 104A Ave.t

11 LEGENDS ESTATES

DEVELOPER: Kingsgate Homes Legends Estates Ltd. BUILDERS: Kingsgate Homes, open LOCATION: Highway 16 & Highway 44

12 STARLING AT BIG LAKE

DEVELOPER: Rohit Land Development BUILDERS: Celebration Homes, Kirkland Homes, Green Living Homes, Rohit Communities LOCATION: North on Anthony Henday Drive, take Ray Gibbons Drive, left on 137 Ave

13 HUDSON PARK

DEVELOPER: Beaverbrook Developments BUILDERS: Dolce Vita Homes, Cameron Homes LOCATION: Just off 137 Ave & 141 St.

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Feature Builder

Cameron Homes • Single family homes starting in the $470,000’s • Family focused designs • Four bedroom models available Cameron Homes stands behind its motto “Our family building for your family.” We are an Edmonton based family owned and operated home builder who design and build homes with your family’s needs in mind. We offer our customers one on one interior design consultation at our design center so you can add your own twist to your family’s “nest” in Starling.

Contact Derrek at 780-242-8774 Visit the showhome parade located at 137 Ave & Ray Gibbon Drive Edmonton Awards of Excellence winner for best showhome parade!

Additional Showhomes Now Open: Kirkland Homes 780-906-1033 Celebration Homes 780-901-0326

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Green Living Homes 780-699-1616 Rohit Communities 780-938-5478

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residences in Canada last year, many of whom did the packing themselves. For some, it works out fine; others have problems resulting from a lack of foresight, poorly packed boxes and inexperience in loading moving trucks. Here are a few tips to help you avoid finding damaged items at your destination:

Dan Hopkins is Chief Operating Officer, Two Men and a Truck Canada. twomenandatruck.ca

Next, we create a “box wall” stacked to the ceiling to hold the items in the attic in place. We then stand plastic wrapped mattresses against the box wall and secure everything with tie-off straps to keep belongings from getting jostled during the move. If you’re not completely packed and ready on moving day, we can’t create that box wall early on and, this decreases the capacity of the items that can be moved at one time. It also eats up precious time, and therefore, money!

The most common packing mistake we see are people getting free 4. Think ahead. Begin packing items you don’t use daily. As boxes at the grocery or liquor store and then putting too you pack your boxes move them to the front of your much weight in them. For example, using a large box to pack apartment and stack them along a wall near the front door. books and magazines may make it too heavy to lift, and the Having them by the door, organized and ready to go, instead box might break during the move due to the weight. of having movers go back and forth to each room can shave Use this rule of thumb: the heavier the item, the smaller 10 to 20 seconds off the time for each box. Saving 20 the box. Be choosy about your boxes; free boxes from a seconds per box can save lots of time and money. grocery store that have been used to ship produce could contain insect larvae that may transfer to your belongings. 5. Consider having your moving company pack for you. We are skilled, have more experience and have standard-size 2. Be realistic about the number of boxes you need. small, medium and large boxes that are designed to fit Depending on how long you have lived in your current into our trucks to create a perfect box wall for optimum location, you will most likely underestimate your boxes efficiency and safety. requirement. Often, we hear of renters who think 40 or 50 boxes will be enough, and then realize they need When it comes to moving, forethought goes a long way. upwards of 80, two days before moving day. Because your belongings mean a lot to you, take extra care when packing so that they arrive at your destination safely. 1. Consider purchasing boxes from your mover.

3. Start packing early and be completely packed when the movers arrive. Sometimes we arrive at a customer’s home and they’re not packed. There’s nothing more frustrating than trying to move customers’ belongings while they are attempting to shove items into boxes and we get in each others’ way. This also interferes with the optimal loading of the moving truck. We have a loading system where the first things we place in the truck are light items such as chairs, lampshades and cushions; we place these items in the “attic” (the area over the cab) of the truck. We can get lots of light items up there and they stay secure.

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Trumpeter by Big Lake

on’t be surprised if you see a deer wandering through Trumpeter by Big Lake, a residential master-planned community in Edmonton’s northwest. Here, nature is front and centre. With more than 300 acres of rolling land, woods and wetlands, Trumpeter is an escape from the bright lights of the city to the quiet of nature. Quiet yes, but residents are well connected to the city’s retail and recreational amenities, thanks to easy access to the Anthony Henday. Located just north of the Yellowhead and bordered by Winterburn Road (215 Street) on the west, and 199 Street to the east, it’s a quick drive to Edmonton’s west end or into St. Albert. Donna Bygrave, marketing manager for United

Communities, the developer behind Trumpeter, says the community is developing nicely. After a summer of busy road construction, all roads leading into the community are now open, plus peak hour bus service is available. One storm pond is complete and a second is under development. New walkout lots are available backing onto the storm pond, in addition to premier lots with fantastic views overlooking Horseshoe Lake and the Glendale Golf Course. With a new stage opening, buyers can expect even more housing options with the addition of new multifamily builders. Prolific builder, Pacesetter, will be starting construction on townhouse showhomes this fall. At the entrance to Trumpeter, newcomer Jaya Homes, is building a 48-home aug 30 - sep 27, 2013 | New home Guide 121

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multi-family development that will be a blend of duplexes and townhomes. There is a home at Trumpeter for every taste and budget from first-time buyers to downsizers to move-up buyers. Along with the multi-family homes, there are estate homes by montorio and Fekete, and single-family homes with front attached garages by Homes by Avi, Sterling, Sabal and montorio. Housing styles work in harmony with the natural elements. Steep roof pitches, stone work, generous windows and attractive complementary colours are common features. With nature being the big draw, about 80 acres of the community have been set aside as greenspace, landscaped parks, wooded ravines and creeks. There are numerous walking trails within Trumpeter that connect to the trail system leading to Big Lake and Lois Hole Provincial Park. Because nature plays a big role in Trumpeter, great care

There are numerous walking trails within Trumpeter that connect to the trail system leading to Big Lake and Lois Hole Provincial Park.

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has been taken to preserve the environmental integrity of the area. About 220 bird species make the area home. However, light pollution for streetlights can disturb nesting habitats. This concern has been addressed by incorporating low energy LED street lamps. Another environmental feature is the use of bioswales, a landscape feature designed to remove pollutants and silt from storm water before it drains into Big Lake. Setting, location, dedicated builders and beautiful homes make Trumpeter a unique community. Nature is at your doorstep, yet you are a still conveniently located close to amenities. Living at Trumpeter you can embrace the best of both worlds. For more information on Trumpeter and its homebuilders visit trumpterbiglake.ca

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2 VANDERBUILT COMMON

DEVELOPER: SG Developments BUILDER: MacLachlan & Mitchell Homes LOCATION: Century Rd & Viscount Common

3 SPRUCE VILLAGE

DEVELOPER: Beaverbrook Developments BUILDERS: Alquinn Homes, Cove Properties, Hillview Homes, Open LOCATION: Century Road & Grove Dr.

4 PARKLAND VILLAGE

DEVELOPER: Parkland Village BUILDERS: Country Hills Homes LOCATION: Yellowhead Trail West To Century Rd, North 2 min.

5 HAWTHORNE AT HEATHERGLEN

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DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Sterling Homes, Sterling Squared, Alquinn Homes LOCATION: On Jennifer Heil West of Tri-Leisure Center

7 GREENBURY

DEVELOPER: Beaverbrook Developments BUILDERS: Western Living Homes, Dolce Vita Homes, Alquinn Homes, Cami Comfort Homes, MacLachlan & Mitchell Homes LOCATION: Grove Drive & Pioneer Road

8 HILLS OF TWIN LAKES

DEVELOPER: Dyrbye Developments Ltd. BUILDERS: Open LOCATION: 2 miles North of Yellowhead Trail on highway 779 & 1.5 miles West on twp road 534

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•P OPULATION: 26,271. •L OCATED: 11 km west of Edmonton on Hwy 16 or 16A. • SCHOOLS: 9 Public & Separate Schools. • GROCERY: 11 Grocery/ Convenience stores, Safeway, IGA Garden Market, The Real Canadian Superstore & Walmart. • RECREATIONAL FACILITIES: Twin Ice Arena, Curling Rink, Golf Course, TransAlta Tri Leisure Centre, many soccer fields and baseball diamonds. • MEDICAL FACILITIES: Member of the West View Regional Health Authority with almost 50 Medical & Dental practitioners. • PARKS & PATHWAYS: 15+ km of pathways spread throughout 230 hectares of natural & developed park space.

10 KENTON VILLAGE

DEVELOPER: Beaverbrook Developments BUILDERS: Alquinn Homes, and Urbanage Homes LOCATION: Century Road, South of Highway 16 at Vanderbilt Common

11 THE WOODS AT KENTON

DEVELOPER: Beaverbrook Developments BUILDERS: Alquinn Homes, and Hillview Master Builder LOCATION: Century Road, South of Highway 16 at Vanderbilt Common

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12 PRESCOTT

DEVELOPER: Beaverbrook Developments BUILDERS: Averton Homes & MacLachlan & Mitchell Homes LOCATION: Grove Drive, East of Century Road

9 DEER PARK ESTATES

DEVELOPER: Broadview Developments Inc. BUILDERS: Rococo Homes, Alta Rose Homes, Evani Homes, Lang Built LOCATION: Grove Drive and Jennifer Heil Way

As Alberta’s 11th city, Spruce Grove is your city in the “country”. The place to live....naturally. for more information call (780) 962-7612 or visit our website at www.sprucegrove.org

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YOU’LL NEED ONE FOR NYC. WIN A TRIP TO NYC WITH GREENBURY New York Brownstones are Greenbury’s signature housing style. These twenty-fi rst century brownstones, found throughout Spruce Grove, are energy-efficient and incredibly comfortable. Living in Spruce Grove means you’re moments from shops, restaurants and the 60-acre Jubilee Park. To top if off, every purchase comes with a special surprise housewarming gift. You could even win a trip to New York. Visit greenbury.ca to view our designer homes.

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Genesis Lake Blvd.

1 THE FAIRWAYS

6 SPRING LAKE RANCH

2 GENESIS ON THE LAKES

7 SOUTHCREEK

DEVELOPER: Reid Worldwide Corporation BUILDERS: ReidBuilt Homes LOCATION: Fairway Drive DEVELOPER: Unitech Construction Services Ltd. BUILDERS: Ashton Homes, Caribbean Homes, Fox Maple Homes, Innova Homes, Sierra Homes, Stellar Homes LOCATION: South off highway 16A onto Highway 779 (also known as 48 Street)

3 LAKE WESTERRA

DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Coventry Homes, Sterling Homes LOCATION: Golf Course Rd. & 79 Ave.

5 SILVERSTONE

DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: ReidBuilt Homes LOCATION: South on Boundary Rd at 44th Ave.

DEVELOPER: Wilcor Development Group BUILDERS: Wilcor Homes, Open LOCATION: Spring Lake Exit off of Hwy 16A & Range Road 15 DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Pacesetter Homes, Alquinn Homes LOCATION: South of Fairway Drive & West of Boundary Road

8 THE ESTATES AT WATERS EDGE

DEVELOPER: Waters Edge Developments BUILDER: Waters Edge Developments LOCATION: Only 20 mins West of Stony Plain On Hwy 43 at Gunn & Just 35 mins West of St. Albert on Hwy 37 located on the North Shore of Lac Ste Anne

9 HILLS OF TWIN LAKES

DEVELOPER: Dyrbye Developments Ltd. BUILDERS: Open LOCATION: 2 miles North of Yellowhead Trail on highway 779 & 1.5 miles West on twp road 534

10 WILLOWS END

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DEVELOPER: Jaffer Developments BUILDER: Jaffer Developments LOCATION: 48 Street and Willow Park Road North

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• POPULATION: 10,544 and Growing. • LOCATED: 20 km west of Edmonton on Hwy 16A • SCHOOLS: 4 Kindergarten to grade nine, Senior high, French Immersion & including 2 Religious schools. • GROCERY: Extensive with new Big Box National Outlets 2 km to the east of town. • RECREATION FACILITIES: New tri-municipal recreation complex east of town. 18 hole CPGA Championship Golf Coarse, curling, skating, library, Municipal Heritage Centre, Heritage Walk of Murals. • MEDICAL FACILITIES: New 70 bed acute & extended care hospital. Full ambulance services. 3 Medical Clinics. • PARKS & PATHWAYS: Extensive, including 12 km of pathways, watercourses & Lions campground.

PUBLIC SCHOOLS • FOREST GREEN 5210 - 45 Street 963-7366 [1] • HIGH PARK 40 Highridge Way 963-2222 [1] [2] • MEMORIAL COMPOSITE 5116 - 55 Avenue 963-2255 [3] • MERIDIAN HEIGHTS 4119 - 43 Street 963-2280 [1][2] • STONY PLAIN CENTRAL 5108 - 55 Avenue 963-2203 [1][2]

SEPARATE SCHOOLS • JOHN PAUL II 5801 - 48 Street 963-2526 [1][2]

PRIVATE SCHOOLS • ST. MATTHEW LUTHERAN 5014 - 53 Avenue 963-2715 [1] Elementary K-6 [2] Junior High 7-9 [3] High School 10-12

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7.41

6.70

6.26

6.75%

11.43

8.80

7.55

6.85

6.42

7.00%

11.56

8.93

7.69

7.00

6.59

7.25%

11.68

9.07

7.84

7.16

6.75

7.50%

11.81

9.21

7.99

7.32

6.91

7.75%

11.94

9.34

8.14

7.47

7.08

8.00%

12.06

9.48

8.28

7.63

7.25

8.25%

12.19

9.62

8.44

7.79

7.42

follow tHese stePs to see If you’ll QualIfy for a mortGaGe on YouR DReAM HoMe

Calculate the combined monthly before-tax income of you and your spouse.

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

1,000.

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

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

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

Refer to the chart on the opposite page. 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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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 home. 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.

MoRtGAGe Interest rates VARiABLe

6 months

1 year

2 years

3 years

4 years

5 years

MORTGAGE TYPES aGf trust

4.650

3.040

3.200

3.240

3.340

3.490

ATB Financial

2.600

4.000

2.940

2.890

2.990

3.290

3.590

Bank of Montreal

3.100

4.000

3.140

3.750

4.540

5.140

Bank of Nova Scotia

3.100

4.550

3.750

3.890

3.990

4.390

4.990

Bmo

3.100

4.000

3.140

3.750

4.540

5.140

cIBc mortgages

3.000

4.450

3.090

3.140

3.750

4.390

5.140

canadian western Bank

3.200

4.000

3.140

3.750

4.540

5.140

canadian western trust

3.200

4.000

3.140

3.750

4.540

5.140

6.600

2.990

3.250

3.290

3.190

3.140

3.000

3.100

3.150

2.970

3.240

3.290

effort trust

4.450

3.250

3.600

3.900

4.500

4.950

Equitable Bank

3.140

3.750

4.540

5.140

First Calgary Financial

4.000

2.890

2.950

3.090

3.440

First National Financial

2.600

3.950

2.990

2.890

3.090

3.240

3.490

HsBc Bank canada

3.100

4.450

3.600

3.950

4.450

4.990

5.240

Home trust company

2.700

3.950

2.890

3.090

3.240

3.490

InG direct

2.750

3.000

2.999

3.090

3.390

Investors Group Trust

3.000

4.200

3.140

3.750

4.540

5.140

laurentian Bank canada

3.200

4.400

3.140

3.190

3.750

4.540

5.140

League Svgs & Mortgage

4.000

2.990

2.890

3.090

3.240

3.490

Libro Financial Group

3.900

3.050

3.150

3.250

3.350

3.430

london life

3.000

4.200

3.140

3.750

4.540

5.140

Manulife Bank

3.000

4.450

3.000

3.250

3.300

3.400

3.490

Manulife Trust

4.450

3.000

3.250

3.300

3.400

3.490

meridian credit union

2.850

4.450

3.100

3.140

3.550

3.190

3.290

National Bank

3.200

4.400

3.140

3.750

4.540

5.140

4.500

3.100

3.350

3.550

3.850

3.950

President’s Choice Fin’l

3.000

6.040

3.140

3.150

3.290

3.490

3.790

rmG mortgages

3.000

2.890

2.990

3.090

3.590

Royal Bank of Canada

3.000

4.000

3.140

3.750

4.540

5.140

4.000

3.100

3.140

3.750

4.390

5.140

3.000

4.000

3.090

3.140

3.650

4.540

5.140

comtech credit union DUCA Financial Services

Peace Hills Trust

Servus Credit Union t-d mortgage

ALL MoRtGAGes ARe oF tWo BAsic tYPes: conVentionAL: The buyer can borrow up to 80% of the purchase price or the value of the property, whichever is less. The buyer has to pay 20% down. A conventional mortgage cannot exceed 80% of the value of the property. INSURED OR HIGH-RATIO: A buyer can borrow up to 95% of the purchase price or the value of the property, whichever is less. The down payment can be as low as 5%.

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. oPen MoRtGAGe: Allows borrowers 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 shortterm mortgage at high interest rates to a longer term when mortgage interest rates fall. cLoseD MoRtGAGe: Usually has the lowest interest rate available but lacks the flexible features of other mortgage options. 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: 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.

PRePAReD BY cAnneX on AuGust 20, 2013. this information is current as of the date and time posted and is subject to change without notice. © copyright 2013 CANNEX Financial Exchanges Limited. All rights reserved.

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