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Whether you’re buying your first home or your fifth, our resources can help you make your buying decision easier. This is why Pacesetter Homes maintains a comprehensive collection of blog posts that will provide you with useful information as you purchase your next home.

You’ll never be more than a few clicks away from answers to everything from mortgage and home maintenance advice, to product features and home construction information.

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Why Build With Pacesetter Homes?

Why Build With Pacesetter Homes?

When there are a staggering number of new home builders to choose from, how do you decide which one is right for you? Well, there are many different classifications of home builders based on price point and product type. For example, there are apartment style condo builders, builders that do retirement homes…

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No Condo Fee Townhomes- Your time to Own

No Condo Fee Townhomes- Your time to Own

Originally Posted: March 27, 2018   Pacesetter Homes’ townhomes are like no others in Edmonton. We offer seven models of townhome designed with you in mind. That means you get to enjoy exceptional design with the added bonus of no condo fees. Our no condo fee...

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Choosing the Best Neighbourhood for Your Lifestyle

Choosing the Best Neighbourhood for Your Lifestyle

As a homeowner, you want your home to be the best fit for your family’s needs. You’ll choose a floor plan that has the right number of bedrooms, bathrooms, and special features that fit your unique lifestyle, but the best fit doesn’t stop at the home itself.

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New Home Flooring Options: What’s Under Your Feet?

New Home Flooring Options: What’s Under Your Feet?

With so many different types of home flooring materials it can seem impossible to choose which one will best suit your needs. Hardwood, laminate, luxury vinyl plank, carpet, tile, and stone are all great options and will add value to your new home.  We’ve compiled a...

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How to Choose a Home Builder

How to Choose a Home Builder

The decision to purchase a brand-new home from a builder brings opportunities to find a home that suits your unique needs in several ways. Not only can you choose your ideal neighbourhood, but you can select just the right floor plan as well as the value-added bonus...

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The Value in Buying a New Home Now

The Value in Buying a New Home Now

Buying a new home can be an overwhelming experience and with the current fast-paced real estate market, buyers are wondering if now is a good time to purchase.   What factors are currently affecting the real estate market?   Probably the most talked-about cost...

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The Secret Ingredient: Butler Pantry

The Secret Ingredient: Butler Pantry

The Butler Pantry in the Quincy at Summerwood Traditionally a butler pantry was a behind the scenes room between the kitchen and dining room used to prepare and serve meals. Now it is the secret ingredient for organized storage and extra prep space. Here are four...

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Outdoor Spring Cleaning

Outdoor Spring Cleaning

Patios are made for sipping, grilling and chilling. Is your backyard oasis ready for summer fun?  A thorough outdoor spring cleaning will make you feel good about using your space and sharing it with friends while maintaining social distance: clean it, decorate it and...

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Changes to insured mortgage qualifications for July 2020

Changes to insured mortgage qualifications for July 2020

The Canada Housing Mortgage Corporation (CHMC) has just announced upcoming changes to their qualifying criteria for new home buyers, starting July 1st, 2020. So what does this mean for you? What is CMHC? CMHC is a Canadian government corporation They are one of three...

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