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The first time is always memorable and worth celebrating, much more so when it comes to the first home you own. For one thing, the first home is – more than likely – the biggest purchase of your life up to that point. It’s a turning point that can mark one’s growth into full adulthood. But in a tough economy compounded by climbing inflation, those looking to own their first home are faced with some extraordinary challenges. Homebuilders have taken steps to try to ease the burden for what has always been an important segment of the market by trying to keep costs down, offering new designs fitted for the starter lifestyle, and building in communities that offer amenities to support the buyers’ needs. The prospect of owning one’s own home – more to the point, having one built new – is an exciting, fulfilling life event. Starter homes can be anything from a single-family home to a multi-family apartment or townhome, it just depends 28
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on the buyer’s budget. But it is predominantly a smaller home that buyers just starting in life can afford. start it uP
Excel Homes Marketing Manager, Kristina Plank says the starter home is the first step to the buyer’s independence and their line of duplex, laned and front-drive homes are designed to accommodate all the wants and needs of this specific market. “First-time home buyers have a special place in our hearts,” Plank tell Edmonton New Home + Condo Guide. “Whether moving up from a condo our buying your first property, our model line-up is perfectly designed for you. We have a wide range of home sizes, depending on what suits your lifestyle and budget best! Buying a home is a big step, and we love being able to help our customers every step of the way.” More than half of Excel’s total market in Alberta is made up of first-
time homebuyers and they believe they have the expertise and skill in coming up with some of the most functional, stylish, and affordable floorplans that suit the first-time buyers’ tastes and budget. Take for example the new Archer Series launched in Edmonton. They are front-drive garage homes that are more affordable and helps families getting into the home market. Available in Cavanagh, The Orchards, Keswick Landing and Citadel, these models range from 1,200-1,444 sq. ft., with three beds, and two-and-a-half baths. Popular is the Archer 22, which has three beds, two-and-a-half baths in 1,323 square-feet of living space. It comes with plenty of options that stress efficiency and function. “Excel Homes strives to make the home buying process easy and simple. Buying a home can feel daunting and overwhelming, especially a new home. But at Excel, we are with you every step of the
