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Buying, selling, or owning property comes with a lot of questions. Below are some helpful resources and organizations that provide reliable information about real estate, mortgages, regulations, and the housing market in Canada and Alberta.
These tools can help you better understand the process and make more informed decisions.
Mortgage calculators can help you estimate your monthly payments, affordability, and amortization schedules. These tools are useful when planning your purchase or evaluating different financing scenarios.
You can calculate:
Many major banks and financial institutions offer mortgage calculators online.
CMHC Mortgage Calculator, CIBC Mortgage Calculator, RBC Mortgage Calculator, TD Mortgage Calculator, BMO Mortgage Calculator, Scotiabank Mortgage Calculator
The Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) provides excellent resources for homebuyers, homeowners, and investors.
Their website includes:
Mortgage affordability calculators
CMHC is the federal housing authority and one of the most trusted sources of housing information in Canada.
RECA regulates the real estate industry in Alberta and ensures licensed professionals meet professional and ethical standards.
Consumers can use RECA to:
RECA also publishes consumer guides that explain how real estate transactions work in Alberta.
The REALTORS® Association of Edmonton serves real estate professionals in the Edmonton region.
Through RAE and the MLS® system, buyers and sellers benefit from:
RAE helps maintain the integrity and reliability of real estate information in the Edmonton market.
RAE Consumer Resources, RAE Quarterly Economic Report
School district websites provide information about:
School access can be an important factor for many homebuyers.
Edmonton Public Schools, Edmonton Catholic Schools, Elk Island Public Schools, Elk Island Catholic Schools, Black Gold School Division
Buying or selling real estate involves multiple professionals working together to complete the transaction, including:
If you ever need recommendations for trusted professionals, we are happy to connect you with experienced local experts.
Real estate transactions can involve many moving parts, and every situation is unique.
If you have questions about buying, selling, property management, or investing in real estate, feel free to contact LGA Realty Group anytime. We're always happy to help guide you through the process.