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10 Editors Note COLUMNISTS

20 Fundamentally SpeakingWhat type of home should you buy?by Wayne Karl

26 CHBA - AlbertaBuyers still want their own spaceby Jim Rivait

36 Mortgage AdviceWhat the Bank of Canadas rate drop means for you by Alyssa Richard

52 Homebuyers HelpHardscaping and your new homeby Shanes Landscaping & Contracting Ltd.

74 Design SecretsDecorating your first home by Jane Lockhart

92 Money MattersRRSPs: theyre not just for retirement anymore by Gail Vaz-Oxlade

102 Make Your MoveWith a move, its all in the timing by Chuck Resnick

IN THE NEWS

14 Morrison HomesReceives Best of Houzz 2015 Award

30 Infiniti Master BuilderReceives Best of Houzz 2015 Award

54 Luxury MarketLuxury homes see double-digit increase in salesby Lydia McNutt

56 Urbanity Custom HomesShowhome now open in Fraser River Park by Salina Yara Halabi

HOMEBUYERS HELP

23 Showhome ReviewBedrock Homes new showhome in Henley Heights

41 Community ProfilePinnacle Ridge Estates in Sturgeon County

96 Web DirectoryEdmonton area builders, developers and communities

103 New Homebuyers Resource SectionMortgage calculator and rate table

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P.41PINNACLE RIDGE ESTATESThe custom estate standard in Sturgeon County

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Feb 13 - Mar 13, 2015 Volume 27 Issue 02

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INSIDE THIS ISSUE

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TAX TIPS FORTHE HOMEBUYER

WHAT THE BANK OF CANADAS RATE DROP MEANS FOR YOU

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When youre buying a home, particularly your rst home, you will need the advice of several professionals: builder, lawyer, mortgage broker or banker, nancial advisor and so on. But none of them has the personal stake in the deal that you do. Indeed, it is your transaction, your future and, ultimately, your money.

is is why its essential to ask questions. Dont understand something? Ask. Dont get a satisfactory answer? Ask again.

Take this scenario brought to our attention by Alyssa Richard, CEO of ratehub.ca. First-time buyers who are looking to buy together with a buyer who is not a rst-timer, can still use the Home Buyers Plan to withdraw $25,000 from their RRSP, tax-free, for a down payment. But they cannot

Ask those taxing questionsWhether from your mortgage broker or fi nancial advisor, the right answers could save you hundreds if not thousands

Moving made easyDue diligence a must with this part of the homebuying process

claim the First-Time Home Buyers Tax Credit of $750.

Another surprise had to do with land transfer tax rebates. In Toronto, qualifying rst-time homebuyers can claim a total rebate of up to $5,725 for both the Ontario and Toronto land transfer tax. If youre buying with someone who is not a rst-time homebuyer, many rst-time buyers assume they cant claim those rebates. But you can 50 per cent is yours to claim. Instead of being able to claim the full rebate of $5,725, you could claim $2,862.50, which of course is better than nothing.

Whatever your own circumstances, take the time to ask those challenging,if di cult, taxing questions. e answers could save you hundreds if not thousands.

Whether youre relocating from one coast to the other or moving to your rst place out of your parents home, moving can be hectic, exciting and certainly stressful. But, relax. You can eliminate all of the anxiety associated with moving by taking control of the situation with con dence.

If you decide to move yourself, book a moving truck well in advance from a reliable company that can help with some tips on moving as well as advice regarding the size of vehicle you will need.

If you decide to go with a pro, ask your friends and family to recommend a mover. Call at least three companies to ask about their services and then decide.

Professional movers can do everything for you if you wish, from packing and unpacking, to disconnecting appliances and electronics, but of course theres extra cost involved.

Make sure you understand the terms of your agreement no matter what you decide, as well as any additional costs such as insurance and mileage fees, so you can budget accordingly.

Happy moving!

*Starting price does not include any potential lot premiums. All illustrations are artists concept. All dimensions are approximate. Prices, specifications, terms and conditions subject to change without notice. E.&O.E.

SALES CENTRE HOURS: Monday to Thursday 2pm-8pm; Friday to Sunday and Holidays 12pm-5pm

SALES CENTRE: 274 Reichert Drive, AB, Beaumont, T4X 0B9 Phone: 780-929-1111 Online: mattamyhomes.com Email: [email protected]

Single Family Homes 1,729 Sq.Ft. From $419,990

Follow us:

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON OUR COMMUNITIES REGISTER AT MATTAMYHOMES.COM

AFTER 70,000 HOMES, in hundreds of communities, Mattamy Homes has just been recognized as North Americas largest privately owned homebuilder. Along the way have been countless awards for design, construction, and most importantly, customer satisfaction.

Thats because the greatest measure of success is, naturally, a happy homeowner. Mattamy homeowners are

delighted that we design places that you love to live in. We make the most of all living spaces, inside the home and within the community itself, and garnish homes with thoughtful features that address how you really live.

We invite you to come see the attraction of a Mattamy home today, right here in Coloniale Estates, Beaumont.

QUICK POSSESSION OPPORTUNITIES NOW AVAILABLE YOUR HOME INCLUDES FULL YARD SODDING & TWO TREES

How North America

Fell in Love With Their Mattamy Homes

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SUSAN LEGGE EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Wall2Wall Media [email protected]

Follow me on Twitter at Twitter.com/SusanLegge

WAYNE KARL EDITOR Wall2Wall [email protected]

Follow me on Twitter at Twitter.com/WayneKarl

When youre buying a home, particularly your rst home, you will need the advice of several professionals: builder, lawyer, mortgage broker or banker, nancial advisor and so on. But none of them has the personal stake in the deal that you do. Indeed, it is your transaction, your future and, ultimately, your money.

is is why its essential to ask questions. Dont understand something? Ask. Dont get a satisfactory answer? Ask again.

Take this scenario brought to our attention by Alyssa Richard, CEO of ratehub.ca. First-time buyers who are looking to buy together with a buyer who is not a rst-timer, can still use the Home Buyers Plan to withdraw $25,000 from their RRSP, tax-free, for a down payment. But they cannot

Ask those taxing questionsWhether from your mortgage broker or fi nancial advisor, the right answers could save you hundreds if not thousands

Moving made easyDue diligence a must with this part of the homebuying process

claim the First-Time Home Buyers Tax Credit of $750.

Another surprise had to do with land transfer tax rebates. In Toronto, qualifying rst-time homebuyers can claim a total rebate of up to $5,725 for both the Ontario and Toronto land transfer tax. If youre buying with someone who is not a rst-time homebuyer, many rst-time buyers assume they cant claim those rebates. But you can 50 per cent is yours to claim. Instead of being able to claim the full rebate of $5,725, you could claim $2,862.50, which of course is better than nothing.

Whatever your own circumstances, take the time to ask those challenging,if di cult, taxing questions. e answers could save you hundreds if not thousands.

Whether youre relocating from one coast to the other or moving to your rst place out of your parents home, moving can be hectic, exciting and certainly stressful. But, relax. You can eliminate all of the anxiety associated with moving by taking control of the situation with con dence.

If you decide to move yourself, book a moving truck well in advance from a reliable company that can help with some tips on moving as well as advice regarding the size of vehicle you will need.

If you decide to go with a pro, ask your friends and family to recommend a mover. Call at least three companies to ask about their services and then decide.

Professional movers can do everything for you if you wish, from packing and unpacking, to disconnecting appliances and electronics, but of course theres extra cost involved.

Make sure you understand the terms of your agreement no matter what you decide, as well as any additional costs such as insurance and mileage fees, so you can budget accordingly.

Happy moving!


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Morrison Homes has been awarded Best Of Houzz for Design by Houzz, the leading platform for home remodeling and design. The 53-year-old home builder was chosen by the more than 25 million monthly users that comprise the Houzz community.

Design award-winners work was the most popular among the more than 25 million monthly users on Houzz, known as Houzzers, who saved more than 230 million professional images of home interiors and exteriors to their personal ideabooks via the Houzz site, iPad/iPhone app and Android app. Winners will receive a Best Of Houzz 2015 badge on their profiles, showing the Houzz community their commitment to excellence. These badges help homeowners identify popular and top-rated home professionals in every metro area on Houzz.

At Morrison, were always striving to deliver value to our customers, says Sam Hudson, director marketing for Morrison. Since one way to do this is through the design of our homes, we are very proud to be recognized by the Houzz community with this honour.

Houzz provides homeowners with the most comprehensive view of home building, remodeling and design professionals, empowering them to find and hire the right professional to execute their vision, says Liza Hausman, vice-president of community for Houzz. Were delighted to recognize Morrison Homes among our Best Of professionals for design as judged by our community of homeowners and design enthusiasts who are actively remodeling and decorating their homes.

With Houzz, homeowners can identify not only the top-rated professionals like Morrison Homes, but also those whose work matches their own aspirations for their home. Homeowners can also evaluate professionals by contacting them directly on the Houzz platform, asking questions about their work and reviewing their responses to questions from others in the Houzz community.

Morrison Homes is a leading large volume home builder with offices in Calgary and Edmonton. As a 50 Best Managed Company, the first CHBA-Alberta Provincial Builder of the Year, the CHBA-Calgary Regions eleven-time Builder of the Year and JD Power & Associates award recipient, Morrison Homes is known for its commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. Founded in 1961, the company builds single-family and multi-family homes in top communities in Edmonton and Calgary. For more information, visit morrisonhomes.ca

Morrison Homes receivesBEST OF HOUZZ 2015 AWARD

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//IN THE NEWS

Morrison Homes has been awarded Best Of Houzz for Design by Houzz, the leading platform for home remodeling and design. The 53-year-old home builder was chosen by the more than 25 million monthly users that comprise the Houzz community.

Design award-winners work was the most popular among the more than 25 million monthly users on Houzz, known as Houzzers, who saved more than 230 million professional images of home interiors and exteriors to their personal ideabooks via the Houzz site, iPad/iPhone app and Android app. Winners will receive a Best Of Houzz 2015 badge on their profiles, showing the Houzz community their commitment to excellence. These badges help homeowners identify popular and top-rated home professionals in every metro area on Houzz.

At Morrison, were always striving to deliver value to our customers, says Sam Hudson, director marketing for Morrison. Since one way to do this is through the design of our homes, we are very proud to be recognized by the Houzz community with this honour.

Houzz provides homeowners with the most comprehensive view of home building, remodeling and design professionals, empowering them to find and hire the right professional to execute their vision, says Liza Hausman, vice-president of community for Houzz. Were delighted to recognize Morrison Homes among our Best Of professionals for design as judged by our community of homeowners and design enthusiasts who are actively remodeling and decorating their homes.

With Houzz, homeowners can identify not only the top-rated professionals like Morrison Homes, but also those whose work matches their own aspirations for their home. Homeowners can also evaluate professionals by contacting them directly on the Houzz platform, asking questions about their work and reviewing their responses to questions from others in the Houzz community.

Morrison Homes is a leading large volume home builder with offices in Calgary and Edmonton. As a 50 Best Managed Company, the first CHBA-Alberta Provincial Builder of the Year, the CHBA-Calgary Regions eleven-time Builder of the Year and JD Power & Associates award recipient, Morrison Homes is known for its commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. Founded in 1961, the company builds single-family and multi-family homes in top communities in Edmonton and Calgary. For more information, visit morrisonhomes.ca

Morrison Homes receivesBEST OF HOUZZ 2015 AWARD


Recreational lake front property has long been exclusively thought of as a summer treat. From that first warm weekend at the end of May, residents of cottage country do their best to squeeze in as much time at the lake before the leaves and snow fall.

There is, however, a new development in Alberta that offers the exclusive benefits of lakeside living year-round. Whether prospective buyers are looking for a weekend retreat or a permanent residence, The Estates at Waters Edge offers unique, single-family homes to accommodate a range of budgets and lifestyles.

This secure, gated development is situated 45 minutes west of Edmonton on the shore of Lac St. Anne. As a perennial community equipped with resort-style amenities, residents enjoy the beauty that every season has to offer. Summer activities include water sports, fishing, walking, biking, or golfing at a nearby course. Winter brings its own selection of outdoor ac-tivities, including snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and ice fishing. For skating and hockey enthusiasts, there is an outdoor NHL-sized ice rink, complete with a skate change and warm-up facility. Access to a private boat launch and a maintained marina allows for carefree boating enjoyment. For social gather-ings, a clubhouse, featuring a kitchen, dining area and games room, can accommodate gatherings both small and large.

Home designs are created in-house by the Waters Edge Architecture Team to keep turn-around time to a minimum. Most home builders charge a fee for any changes to their plans, however, this service is complementary for buyers who choose to build with Waters Edge. Owners can also choose to purchase an un-developed lot and construct with their preferred builder as long as the proposed design fits within the architectural and landscaping guide-lines.

Waters Edge homes have been designed in a timeless Craftsman-style and are available in an array of two to four bedroom floor plans ranging from 1,150 to 2,500+ sq.ft.. Layouts and room sizes are completely customizable to ensure that each plan meets the buyers needs. Yards are fully landscaped and can include a choice of parking pad, attached or detached garage. A variety of high-quality interior finishing packages are also available and owners can rest easy knowing that their residence comes with a 10-year Progressive Home Warranty to ensure the highest home construction quality.

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anArchitectural styles in Henley Heights are a medley of traditional and contemporary designs that are sure to de-light any palate. There are four tasteful architectural styles, carefully selected to ensure long-term homeowner value: prairie, craftsman, classic traditional and modern heritage. The community blends seamlessly with surrounding neigh-bourhoods, while infusing a flavour of its own.

To learn more about home, lots and amenities around Henley Heights, visit henleyheights.ca. Or better still, head down to the community and visit one or all of its lovely showhomes. To get there, take Stony Plain Road to 215 Street and turn south. Head west onto Secord Boulevard and follow the signs straight to Henley Heights.

Homes by Avi

Bedrock Homes Crimson Cove Homes

Connect Homes

Henley Heights Builders: Bedrock Homes Connect Homes Crimson Cove Homes Homes by Avi

Showhome Hours:Monday Thursday 2 8 pmSunday, Monday & Holidays 12- 5 pm

Henleyheights.caWalton Development and Management L.P. (Walton) is excited to announce the official opening of Henley Heights at Secord Ed-montons next great neighbourhood. The community now boasts five showhomes to explore, two front-attached garage homes by Homes by Avi and Bedrock Homes (a third coming soon by Connect Homes), two semi-detached showhomes by Connect Homes and one rear-laned home by Crimson Cove Homes. Homes start at $325,000, meaning the community is attainable for young couples, families and those looking to move up. (Home possessions should start in the spring of 2015.)

Located in west Edmonton, just south of Stony Plain Road, the community is in close proximity to all the major thoroughfares and lifestyle amenities the west end has to offer, yet it still boasts the ambience of homesteading values. Good neighbours, safe streets and genuinerelationshipsthats exactly what Walton had in mind when designing the community. Everything from the quaint, traditionalarchitecture to walkable pathways that weave through the area give this community a real sense of understanding, of neighbourliness, of togetherness.

Ready to explore: A Fresh, New

Locally-Grown Community

Those familiar with the area know that Costco, Stony Plain Road shop-ping area, West Edmonton Mall, May-field Common and the Misericodia Hospital are all proximate to Henley Heights. Theres a school site within the communityalong with many schools in the surrounding areasrecreational facilities nearby, shop-ping, restaurants, libraries and other professional services. The community is also well serviced by public transit, with Lewis Farms Transit Centre conveniently located to the southeast. Plus, thanks to its location so close to the Henday, Whitemud and Stony Plain Road, commuters have a quick

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anArchitectural styles in Henley Heights are a medley of traditional and contemporary designs that are sure to de-light any palate. There are four tasteful architectural styles, carefully selected to ensure long-term homeowner value: prairie, craftsman, classic traditional and modern heritage. The community blends seamlessly with surrounding neigh-bourhoods, while infusing a flavour of its own.

To learn more about home, lots and amenities around Henley Heights, visit henleyheights.ca. Or better still, head down to the community and visit one or all of its lovely showhomes. To get there, take Stony Plain Road to 215 Street and turn south. Head west onto Secord Boulevard and follow the signs straight to Henley Heights.

Homes by Avi

Bedrock Homes Crimson Cove Homes

Connect Homes

Henley Heights Builders: Bedrock Homes Connect Homes Crimson Cove Homes Homes by Avi

Showhome Hours:Monday Thursday 2 8 pmSunday, Monday & Holidays 12- 5 pm

Henleyheights.caWalton Development and Management L.P. (Walton) is excited to announce the official opening of Henley Heights at Secord Ed-montons next great neighbourhood. The community now boasts five showhomes to explore, two front-attached garage homes by Homes by Avi and Bedrock Homes (a third coming soon by Connect Homes), two semi-detached showhomes by Connect Homes and one rear-laned home by Crimson Cove Homes. Homes start at $325,000, meaning the community is attainable for young couples, families and those looking to move up. (Home possessions should start in the spring of 2015.)

Located in west Edmonton, just south of Stony Plain Road, the community is in close proximity to all the major thoroughfares and lifestyle amenities the west end has to offer, yet it still boasts the ambience of homesteading values. Good neighbours, safe streets and genuinerelationshipsthats exactly what Walton had in mind when designing the community. Everything from the quaint, traditionalarchitecture to walkable pathways that weave through the area give this community a real sense of understanding, of neighbourliness, of togetherness.

Ready to explore: A Fresh, New

Locally-Grown Community

Those familiar with the area know that Costco, Stony Plain Road shop-ping area, West Edmonton Mall, May-field Common and the Misericodia Hospital are all proximate to Henley Heights. Theres a school site within the communityalong with many schools in the surrounding areasrecreational facilities nearby, shop-ping, restaurants, libraries and other professional services. The community is also well serviced by public transit, with Lewis Farms Transit Centre conveniently located to the southeast. Plus, thanks to its location so close to the Henday, Whitemud and Stony Plain Road, commuters have a quick

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What type of home should you buy? Whether youre a f irst-time buyer, moving up to a larger home or downsizing to a smaller one, the answer to this question is a very individual one. It short, it really depends on your situation every-thing from the amount of your down payment to where you work to whether you have kids to other personal circumstances.

Of course, most of us would love a large house on an expansive property on a quiet cul-de-sac in the best neighbourhood. But thats not always possible.

For your own enjoyment while you live in your home as well as for future resale potential, proximity to transportation, shopping, schools and other amenities is among the key determinants that a ect the your propertys appeal, and ultimately its value. After all, those are the qualities potential buyers look for when searching for a home; the more of them your house has when you go to sell, the more it will be attractive to a greater number of people.

While experts suggest you take a long-term view when buying a home, its also important to not look too far down the road.

Lets be honest, your rst home may not be your dream home, and your needs and desires are bound to change

throughout the various stages of home ownership. You might not be able to a ord the home of your

dreams right o the bat, but once youre in the market, its easier to move up.

So, while the answer to the question What type of home should you buy? is speci c to circumstances, there are also some common guidelines you can follow.

HOW MUCH CAN YOU AFFORD?Experts agree it is never a good idea to make yourself house-poor, and it is a very common mistake, particularly of rst-time buyers, to buy more home than you can really a ord. Meeting with a mortgage broker or your banker will help determine your full nancial picture, assessing everything from your credit rating to how much you have saved for a down payment. And with tougher mortgage rules recently taking e ect, buyers should stress-test their plans seeing how well you could cope with higher mortgage payments brought on by rising interest rates.

HOW MUCH WILL IT REALLY COST?Another common homebuyer mistake is not being prepared for all the closing costs involved: lawyer fees, land transfer taxes, utilities, insurance, and home inspection and appraisal fees and insurance. All of these costs add up, and ultimately should factor into your overall home-shopping budget.

WHERE DO YOU WANT TO LIVE? is question is becoming more important for a number of reasons, though in uenced primarily by where you work, how much of a commute you want and whether your transportation options include mass transit or only driving. Indeed, especially with gas prices on the rise, proximity to mass transit is something more and more people are looking for in their new home location. It may not be as simple as choosing to live in the city, suburbs or small town.

WHAT TYPE OF HOME DO YOU WANT?Once you have determined your options for cost and location, you can then assess what types of homes are available in your price range and desired neighbourhood: Single-family detached, semi-detached, townhome or duplex?

Some many questions, so many choices. e good news is, home builders today are in sync with customer preferences for location and amenities, and with market realities with regard to pricing and needs for energy e ciency, so your options for new-home product have never been better.

What type of home should you buy? by WAYNE KARL

Wayne Karl is an award-winning writer and editor with experience in real estate and business. In

Fundamentally Speaking, Wayne explores the

basics such as economic fundamentals you need to examine when buying property. He can be

reached at [email protected] or follow him on Twitter at Twitter.com/WayneKarl

//FUNDAMENTALLY SPEAKING

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5 HAMPTON TERRACE DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Rohit Communities, Sterling Homes LOCATION: Lessard Road & 199 Street

6 EDGEMONT Developer: Brookfield Residential BUILDERS: Brookfield Homes, Daytona Homes and Look Homes LOCATION: Lessard Road and 199 street, to Edgemont Way

7 COPPERWOOD DEVELOPER: The Grange South

West Property Corporation BUILDERS: Open LOCATION: Hemingway Rd. & 199 Street (between 45 Ave. & 62 Ave.)

8 CAMERON HEIGHTS DEVELOPER: Cameron Heights Joint Venture BUILDERS: Canyon Spring Master Builder, Hillview Homes Master Builder, Landmark Homes, Darrens Homes, Classic Landmark Homes, Pacesetter Homes, Kanvi Homes, Marcson Homes, Look Homes LOCATION: South on Anthony Henday to Cameron Heights Drive.

1 WOODHAVEN-EDGEMONT DEVELOPER: Walton Development and Management LP BUILDERS: Montorio Homes, Coventry Homes, Sabal Homes, Pacesetter Homes LOCATION: 215 Street and 35 Ave.

2 WEDGEWOOD DEVELOPER: Reid Worldwide Corporation BUILDERS: ReidBuilt Homes LOCATION: Corner of Lessard Road & 180th Street

3 THE PROPERTIES OF DONSDALE DEVELOPER: Alldritt Land Corporation LP BUILDERS: Open LOCATION: 178 Street south to Lessard Road turn on Danbury Boulevard & follow the signs

4 RIVER POINTE AT CAMERON HEIGHTS DEVELOPER: Delta Square Properties Inc. BUILDERS: Birkholz Homes, Celebration Homes, Habitat Studio, Vickys Homes, Heredity Homes, Areo Homes, Blackstone Homes, Sunrise Homes, Open to the public. LOCATION: Take Anthony Henday turn on Cameron Heights Dr.

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9 HAMPTON POINTE DEVELOPER: Beaverbrook Communities BUILDERS: Bedrock Homes, Dolce Vita Homes, open LOCATION: Take Anthony Henday, turn West on Lessard Road.

10 GRANVILLE DEVELOPER: Alldritt Land Corporation LP BUILDERS: Alldritt Homes, Bedrock Homes, Crimson Cove Homes, Infiniti MasterBuilt, Kanvi Homes, Kimberley CustomBuilt, Pacesetter Homes, Parkwood Master Builder, San Rufo Homes LOCATION: SW corner of Whitemud Dr. and Guardian Rd.

11 SECORD DEVELOPER: Hopewell Residential Communities BUILDERS: Daytona Homes Master Builder, Innovations by Jayman, Jayman MasterBUILT, Prominent Homes, Sabal Homes LOCATION: North of Whitemud Dr. on 215 Street

12 HENLEY HEIGHTS DEVELOPER: Walton Developments and Management BUILDERS: Crimson Cove, Bedrock Homes, Connect Homes , Homes by Avi LOCATION: located just west of the existing Secord Community

13 STEWART GREENS DEVELOPER: TROIKA BUILDERS: Daytona Homes, City Homes, Kirkland Homes LOCATION: It is bounded on the east by Anthony Henday Drive and on the north by Stony Plain Road

14 ROSENTHAL DEVELOPER: Melcor Developments Ltd BUILDERS: Daytona Homes, Homes by Avi, Landmark Legacy Homes, Lincolnberg Homes, Dolce Vita Homes, Western Living Homes, Encore Master Builder, Look Master Builder, ReidBuilt Homes LOCATION: 215 Street and Whitemud

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What type of home should you buy? Whether youre a f irst-time buyer, moving up to a larger home or downsizing to a smaller one, the answer to this question is a very individual one. It short, it really depends on your situation every-thing from the amount of your down payment to where you work to whether you have kids to other personal circumstances.

Of course, most of us would love a large house on an expansive property on a quiet cul-de-sac in the best neighbourhood. But thats not always possible.

For your own enjoyment while you live in your home as well as for future resale potential, proximity to transportation, shopping, schools and other amenities is among the key determinants that a ect the your propertys appeal, and ultimately its value. After all, those are the qualities potential buyers look for when searching for a home; the more of them your house has when you go to sell, the more it will be attractive to a greater number of people.

While experts suggest you take a long-term view when buying a home, its also important to not look too far down the road.

Lets be honest, your rst home may not be your dream home, and your needs and desires are bound to change

throughout the various stages of home ownership. You might not be able to a ord the home of your

dreams right o the bat, but once youre in the market, its easier to move up.

So, while the answer to the question What type of home should you buy? is speci c to circumstances, there are also some common guidelines you can follow.

HOW MUCH CAN YOU AFFORD?Experts agree it is never a good idea to make yourself house-poor, and it is a very common mistake, particularly of rst-time buyers, to buy more home than you can really a ord. Meeting with a mortgage broker or your banker will help determine your full nancial picture, assessing everything from your credit rating to how much you have saved for a down payment. And with tougher mortgage rules recently taking e ect, buyers should stress-test their plans seeing how well you could cope with higher mortgage payments brought on by rising interest rates.

HOW MUCH WILL IT REALLY COST?Another common homebuyer mistake is not being prepared for all the closing costs involved: lawyer fees, land transfer taxes, utilities, insurance, and home inspection and appraisal fees and insurance. All of these costs add up, and ultimately should factor into your overall home-shopping budget.

WHERE DO YOU WANT TO LIVE? is question is becoming more important for a number of reasons, though in uenced primarily by where you work, how much of a commute you want and whether your transportation options include mass transit or only driving. Indeed, especially with gas prices on the rise, proximity to mass transit is something more and more people are looking for in their new home location. It may not be as simple as choosing to live in the city, suburbs or small town.

WHAT TYPE OF HOME DO YOU WANT?Once you have determined your options for cost and location, you can then assess what types of homes are available in your price range and desired neighbourhood: Single-family detached, semi-detached, townhome or duplex?

Some many questions, so many choices. e good news is, home builders today are in sync with customer preferences for location and amenities, and with market realities with regard to pricing and needs for energy e ciency, so your options for new-home product have never been better.

What type of home should you buy? by WAYNE KARL

Wayne Karl is an award-winning writer and editor with experience in real estate and business. In

Fundamentally Speaking, Wayne explores the

basics such as economic fundamentals you need to examine when buying property. He can be

reached at [email protected] or follow him on Twitter at Twitter.com/WayneKarl

//FUNDAMENTALLY SPEAKING

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5 HAMPTON TERRACE DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Rohit Communities, Sterling Homes LOCATION: Lessard Road & 199 Street

6 EDGEMONT Developer: Brookfield Residential BUILDERS: Brookfield Homes, Daytona Homes and Look Homes LOCATION: Lessard Road and 199 street, to Edgemont Way

7 COPPERWOOD DEVELOPER: The Grange South

West Property Corporation BUILDERS: Open LOCATION: Hemingway Rd. & 199 Street (between 45 Ave. & 62 Ave.)

8 CAMERON HEIGHTS DEVELOPER: Cameron Heights Joint Venture BUILDERS: Canyon Spring Master Builder, Hillview Homes Master Builder, Landmark Homes, Darrens Homes, Classic Landmark Homes, Pacesetter Homes, Kanvi Homes, Marcson Homes, Look Homes LOCATION: South on Anthony Henday to Cameron Heights Drive.

1 WOODHAVEN-EDGEMONT DEVELOPER: Walton Development and Management LP BUILDERS: Montorio Homes, Coventry Homes, Sabal Homes, Pacesetter Homes LOCATION: 215 Street and 35 Ave.

2 WEDGEWOOD DEVELOPER: Reid Worldwide Corporation BUILDERS: ReidBuilt Homes LOCATION: Corner of Lessard Road & 180th Street

3 THE PROPERTIES OF DONSDALE DEVELOPER: Alldritt Land Corporation LP BUILDERS: Open LOCATION: 178 Street south to Lessard Road turn on Danbury Boulevard & follow the signs

4 RIVER POINTE AT CAMERON HEIGHTS DEVELOPER: Delta Square Properties Inc. BUILDERS: Birkholz Homes, Celebration Homes, Habitat Studio, Vickys Homes, Heredity Homes, Areo Homes, Blackstone Homes, Sunrise Homes, Open to the public. LOCATION: Take Anthony Henday turn on Cameron Heights Dr.

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9 HAMPTON POINTE DEVELOPER: Beaverbrook Communities BUILDERS: Bedrock Homes, Dolce Vita Homes, open LOCATION: Take Anthony Henday, turn West on Lessard Road.

10 GRANVILLE DEVELOPER: Alldritt Land Corporation LP BUILDERS: Alldritt Homes, Bedrock Homes, Crimson Cove Homes, Infiniti MasterBuilt, Kanvi Homes, Kimberley CustomBuilt, Pacesetter Homes, Parkwood Master Builder, San Rufo Homes LOCATION: SW corner of Whitemud Dr. and Guardian Rd.

11 SECORD DEVELOPER: Hopewell Residential Communities BUILDERS: Daytona Homes Master Builder, Innovations by Jayman, Jayman MasterBUILT, Prominent Homes, Sabal Homes LOCATION: North of Whitemud Dr. on 215 Street

12 HENLEY HEIGHTS DEVELOPER: Walton Developments and Management BUILDERS: Crimson Cove, Bedrock Homes, Connect Homes , Homes by Avi LOCATION: located just west of the existing Secord Community

13 STEWART GREENS DEVELOPER: TROIKA BUILDERS: Daytona Homes, City Homes, Kirkland Homes LOCATION: It is bounded on the east by Anthony Henday Drive and on the north by Stony Plain Road

14 ROSENTHAL DEVELOPER: Melcor Developments Ltd BUILDERS: Daytona Homes, Homes by Avi, Landmark Legacy Homes, Lincolnberg Homes, Dolce Vita Homes, Western Living Homes, Encore Master Builder, Look Master Builder, ReidBuilt Homes LOCATION: 215 Street and Whitemud

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A BRIGHT IDEA: Bedrock Homes Henley Heights new showhome

Bedrock Homes new Montana showhome, located in west Edmontons Henley Heights community, is a delightfully bright and modern home thats sure to fit most tastes. The Montana is a 2,284-sq.-ft, three-bedroom home with a main floor den, large open living/kitchen/dining area and features a split staircase with large bonus room upstairs.

As soon as you walk in to the showhome through what would be the front-attached garage, you are struck by the homes crisp and clean atmosphere, thanks to the light grey walls and subtle, light grey ceramic tile flooring. To your left is a half bathroom with sleek fixtures, and a large closet for coats and extra shoes. Directly in front of you is a walk-through pantry, making access to the kitchen a breeze and putting away groceries effortless.

Now lets pretend youre coming into the house from the front door. You walk into a large foyer with a sizeable coat closet with large white doors that open on hinges rather than sliders a nice touch. Walk through the foyer and on your left are the carpeted stairs with maple railing and patterned metal spindles to the second floor. On the right is a funky home office with silver metallic wallpaper and a plum throw rug.

The 1,053-sq.-ft. main floor opens up off the office and stairs and into a bright open-planned living room, kitchen and dining room. The kitchen features a large white quartz island with double undermount sinks and stainless steel dishwasher (part of the homes Energy Star six-piece appliance package), white 41-in. cabinets, stainless steel stove, over the range microwave and double-door fridge. Theres plenty of prep space in this kitchen and more than enough storage in the walk through pantry.

The dining room is along the back wall of the house and takes advantage of the large patio windows for light. One can imagine entertaining friends and family on the deck in the summer, with guests meandering through


SHOWHOME REVIEW//

A BRIGHT IDEA: Bedrock Homes Henley Heights new showhome

Bedrock Homes new Montana showhome, located in west Edmontons Henley Heights community, is a delightfully bright and modern home thats sure to fit most tastes. The Montana is a 2,284-sq.-ft, three-bedroom home with a main floor den, large open living/kitchen/dining area and features a split staircase with large bonus room upstairs.

As soon as you walk in to the showhome through what would be the front-attached garage, you are struck by the homes crisp and clean atmosphere, thanks to the light grey walls and subtle, light grey ceramic tile flooring. To your left is a half bathroom with sleek fixtures, and a large closet for coats and extra shoes. Directly in front of you is a walk-through pantry, making access to the kitchen a breeze and putting away groceries effortless.

Now lets pretend youre coming into the house from the front door. You walk into a large foyer with a sizeable coat closet with large white doors that open on hinges rather than sliders a nice touch. Walk through the foyer and on your left are the carpeted stairs with maple railing and patterned metal spindles to the second floor. On the right is a funky home office with silver metallic wallpaper and a plum throw rug.

The 1,053-sq.-ft. main floor opens up off the office and stairs and into a bright open-planned living room, kitchen and dining room. The kitchen features a large white quartz island with double undermount sinks and stainless steel dishwasher (part of the homes Energy Star six-piece appliance package), white 41-in. cabinets, stainless steel stove, over the range microwave and double-door fridge. Theres plenty of prep space in this kitchen and more than enough storage in the walk through pantry.

The dining room is along the back wall of the house and takes advantage of the large patio windows for light. One can imagine entertaining friends and family on the deck in the summer, with guests meandering through

//SHOWHOME REVIEW

the open glass doors into the house to eat a delicious spread of salads and grilled food laid out on the dining room table. The living room has a sleek fireplace with tile surround. Theres enough room for a funky coffee table, a couch and a large chair in the corner thats fit for snuggling, reading or just, well relaxing.

Walk up those carpeted stairs to the 1,231-sq.-ft second floor and you have a choice to make go left and enter the bonus room or go right and find the bedrooms and laundry. The bonus room is large and takes advantage of the space above the double garage. There are large triple-pane windows, which are found throughout the home, that engulf the room with light and offer superior insulation and

sound barrier. Theres room in here for a TV, leather couch and small glass bar table and stools. To the right of the stairs, youll find the convenient second-floor laundry room and its huge. Theres a front-loading washer and dryer and a linen cupboard too. Right next to the laundry room is the master bedroom.

The master bedroom is best described as three rooms in one. The first room is the ensuite. It has his and her sinks with a smart white quartz countertop, a glass-in shower and large corner soaker tub. The light grey-brown ceramic tile floors and light grey walls ensure this bathroom is bright and inviting. The second room is the walk-in closet with wire shelving at a variety of heights. The third is the main bedroom with enough room for the usual accoutrements and a chaise lounge.

Next up are the two bedrooms which are spacious, bright and tastefully decorated in splashes of colour. There is also a full bathroom between the two bedrooms in a similar colour palette to the ensuite.

Bedrocks single-family homes in Henley Heights start in the mid $400s. The Montana is a lovely home that is ideal for families and those who love to entertain in a bright, modern and happy home.

To come and see if this home is for you, head down to 9739-224 St. NW. Showhome hours are Monday through Thursday 3 to 8 p.m., closed Friday, and noon to 5 p.m. on weekends and holidays. To visit Henley Heights in Secord, from Stony Plain Road head south onto 215 Street, turn west onto Secord Blvd. and go straight after the four-way stop. You can also check out Bedrockhomes.ca/Henley-heights, email [email protected] or call Sara DeLuca, area manager, at 780.705.3765.


by JIM RIVAIT

//INDUSTRY UPDATES CHBA - ALBERTA

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.

BUYERS STILL WANT

Their Own Space

Theres a lot of buzz about offbeat housing styles whether they be tiny homes the size of closets or shipping containers repurposed as residences.

The reality is that most people favour tried-and-true options when looking for a place to live.

The enduring popularity of the single-family home even among younger buyers illustrates that in a big way.

A new survey by American home builders found that buyers in their 20s and 30s overwhelming want a single-family home. Only a tenth want to live in the centre of cities and nearly half have zero interest in high-density living.

This group, sometimes called Millennials because they became adults after the year 2000, show a strong preference for suburbs.

They also crave space four out of five would like a home with three or four bedrooms.

Features on the most-wanted shopping list included a separate laundry room and lots of storage space with linen closets, a walk-in pantry and garage making the top 10 list.

While these are the results of a U.S. survey, a look at the Edmonton marketplace shows that the single family home is still a winner with home hunters. Builders here started work on almost 7,000 new single-family homes in 2014 the most in seven years.

New neighbourhoods are also expected to become home to three-quarters of Edmontons new residents in the coming years.

That should be no surprise because buyers find lots to like about new neighbourhoods and new homes.

New communities are planned so shopping is accessible. Walking trails, play grounds and recreational features encourage healthy lifestyles. The neighbourhoods are designed to use space efficiently and deal with issues like drainage effectively.

New homes also come with the latest features to provide comfort, safety and energy efficiency.

Floorplans suit the lifestyles of todays home owners with open designs, walk-in closets and laundry rooms. Great designs offer bright and well-planned work areas and flexible layouts that will adjust to future needs for the household.

The citys competitive home building sector means you can choose your builder and be confident in their track record.

The commitment to quality construction and craftsmanship translates into years of worry-free living for new-home buyers. Improved products will extend the life of a home and save time and money on maintenance.

New homes are also protected under the Albertas New Home Buyer Protection Act, which provides for 10 years of warranty protection.

Besides providing a desirable place to live, homes have also proved to be a good investment and one of the most important ways for people to build wealth.

Interest rates remain at very low levels and forecasters now agree they are more likely to fall further. That provides buyers an excellent opportunity to pay down debt faster and become debt-free earlier.

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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//INDUSTRY UPDATES CHBA - ALBERTA

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.

BUYERS STILL WANT

Their Own Space

Theres a lot of buzz about offbeat housing styles whether they be tiny homes the size of closets or shipping containers repurposed as residences.

The reality is that most people favour tried-and-true options when looking for a place to live.

The enduring popularity of the single-family home even among younger buyers illustrates that in a big way.

A new survey by American home builders found that buyers in their 20s and 30s overwhelming want a single-family home. Only a tenth want to live in the centre of cities and nearly half have zero interest in high-density living.

This group, sometimes called Millennials because they became adults after the year 2000, show a strong preference for suburbs.

They also crave space four out of five would like a home with three or four bedrooms.

Features on the most-wanted shopping list included a separate laundry room and lots of storage space with linen closets, a walk-in pantry and garage making the top 10 list.

While these are the results of a U.S. survey, a look at the Edmonton marketplace shows that the single family home is still a winner with home hunters. Builders here started work on almost 7,000 new single-family homes in 2014 the most in seven years.

New neighbourhoods are also expected to become home to three-quarters of Edmontons new residents in the coming years.

That should be no surprise because buyers find lots to like about new neighbourhoods and new homes.

New communities are planned so shopping is accessible. Walking trails, play grounds and recreational features encourage healthy lifestyles. The neighbourhoods are designed to use space efficiently and deal with issues like drainage effectively.

New homes also come with the latest features to provide comfort, safety and energy efficiency.

Floorplans suit the lifestyles of todays home owners with open designs, walk-in closets and laundry rooms. Great designs offer bright and well-planned work areas and flexible layouts that will adjust to future needs for the household.

The citys competitive home building sector means you can choose your builder and be confident in their track record.

The commitment to quality construction and craftsmanship translates into years of worry-free living for new-home buyers. Improved products will extend the life of a home and save time and money on maintenance.

New homes are also protected under the Albertas New Home Buyer Protection Act, which provides for 10 years of warranty protection.

Besides providing a desirable place to live, homes have also proved to be a good investment and one of the most important ways for people to build wealth.

Interest rates remain at very low levels and forecasters now agree they are more likely to fall further. That provides buyers an excellent opportunity to pay down debt faster and become debt-free earlier.

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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Some homes feature walkouts onto a beautiful pond or amenity space.

Only a handful of single family 3A and 3B homes remain.

Some homes available for immediate occupancy.

2B and 2C duplex lots, some with walkouts, are selling fast (no condo fees).

Stafford Greens steel and concrete condos now preselling off 62nd Avenue.

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Just Released Stage 8 & 10A Lots Now Available!

Modern Style Living With Traditional, Classic Charm

Edmontons most popular and exciting Craftsman inspired community. Nestled on 305 acres

in West Edmonton, Granville features plenty of green space and trails, 2 beautiful ponds,

charming masonry features including an old world bridge, a future school site, numerous

amenities nearby including Costco within walking distance, and convenient proximity to the

Whitemud and Anthony Henday freeways. Choose from an apartment style luxury condo

(starting in the $240s), a duplex (starting in the $360s), a single family home (starting in the

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Triple car garages

Walkouts onto a pond or tree stand

Great views, amenities, playgrounds, walking trails, and connectivity

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Well located in the West with quick and easy access to anywhere

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Infiniti Master Builder of Edmonton receivesBEST OF HOUZZ 2015 AWARDInfiniti Master Builder of Edmonton has been awarded Best Of Houzz for Design by Houzz, the leading platform for home remodeling and design. The Custom Home Builder was chosen by the more than 25 million monthly unique users that comprise the Houzz community from among more than 500,000 active home building, remodeling and design industry professionals.

The Best Of Houzz Award is given in two categories: Design and Customer Satisfaction. Design award winners work was the most popular among the more than 25 million monthly users on Houzz, known as Houzzers. Winners will receive a Best Of Houzz 2015 badge on their profiles, helping Houzz users around the world who discover and love a professionals work to learn even more about that business

popularity and satisfaction rating among their peers in the Houzz community.

Infiniti Master Builder loves to build homes, and it shows. We are committed to providing the very best experience for our clients to help them bring their ideas to life says Greg Stearns, one of the owners of Infiniti.

Houzz provides homeowners with a 360-degree view of home building, remodeling and design industry professionals, empowering them to engage the right people and products for their project, says Liza Hausman, vice-president of industry marketing for Houzz. Were delighted to recognize Infiniti Master Builder among our Best Of professionals as judged by our community of homeowners and design enthusiasts who are actively remodeling and decorating their homes.

Infiniti is a group of passionate professionals, who work with each client to create that special home. From homes for families with special needs to homes for families with changing lives, each home is given careful consideration to fit each clients lifestyle, while meeting energy efficient milestones. For more information, visit infinitimasterbuilder.com

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Infiniti Master Builder of Edmonton receivesBEST OF HOUZZ 2015 AWARDInfiniti Master Builder of Edmonton has been awarded Best Of Houzz for Design by Houzz, the leading platform for home remodeling and design. The Custom Home Builder was chosen by the more than 25 million monthly unique users that comprise the Houzz community from among more than 500,000 active home building, remodeling and design industry professionals.

The Best Of Houzz Award is given in two categories: Design and Customer Satisfaction. Design award winners work was the most popular among the more than 25 million monthly users on Houzz, known as Houzzers. Winners will receive a Best Of Houzz 2015 badge on their profiles, helping Houzz users around the world who discover and love a professionals work to learn even more about that business

popularity and satisfaction rating among their peers in the Houzz community.

Infiniti Master Builder loves to build homes, and it shows. We are committed to providing the very best experience for our clients to help them bring their ideas to life says Greg Stearns, one of the owners of Infiniti.

Houzz provides homeowners with a 360-degree view of home building, remodeling and design industry professionals, empowering them to engage the right people and products for their project, says Liza Hausman, vice-president of industry marketing for Houzz. Were delighted to recognize Infiniti Master Builder among our Best Of professionals as judged by our community of homeowners and design enthusiasts who are actively remodeling and decorating their homes.

Infiniti is a group of passionate professionals, who work with each client to create that special home. From homes for families with special needs to homes for families with changing lives, each home is given careful consideration to fit each clients lifestyle, while meeting energy efficient milestones. For more information, visit infinitimasterbuilder.com

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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.

6 SPRINGATE AT SPRUCE RIDGE DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Sterling Homes, Alquinn Homes LOCATION: On Jennifer Heil West of Tri-Leisure Center

7 GREENBURY DEVELOPER: Beaverbrook Communities 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

9 DEER PARK ESTATES DEVELOPER: Broadview Developments Inc. BUILDERS: Rococo Homes, Evani Homes, Patel Homes, Taillon Homes LOCATION: Grove Drive and Jennifer Heil Way

10 KENTON VILLAGE DEVELOPER: Beaverbrook Communities BUILDERS: Alquinn Homes, Urbanage Homes, Bedrock Homes, San Rufo Homes, and Centurion Homes LOCATION: Century Road, South of Highway 16 at Vanderbilt Common

1 HILLDOWNS DEVELOPER: Robson Developments Ltd. BUILDERS: First Avenue Properties, Stylemaster by Rococo Homes, San Rufo Homes, Masterpiece Custom Homes, Celico Builders LOCATION: Grove Drive & King Street

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

3 HARVEST RIDGE DEVELOPER: Lamont Land BUILDERS: Alquinn Homes, Bedrock Homes, Homexx, Lang Built Homes, Montorio Homes, Pacesetter Homes, Southbend Developments LOCATION: North of Grove Drive and West of Jennifer Heil Way

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

5 HAWTHORNE AT HEATHERGLEN DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Alquinn Homes, City Homes. LOCATION: North of Hwy 16A on Jennifer Heill Way, East on Hawthorne Gate

11 THE WOODS AT KENTON DEVELOPER: Beaverbrook Communities BUILDERS: Alquinn Homes, and Hillview Master Builder LOCATION: Century Road, South of Highway 16 at Vanderbilt Common

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

13 JESPERDALE DEVELOPER: Melcor Developments Ltd BUILDERS: ReidBuilt Homes, Encore Master Builder LOCATION: North of Grove Drive.

14 STONESHIRE DEVELOPER: Melcor Developments Ltd BUILDERS: Canyon Springs Master Builder, Stonegate Developments, Lang Built Homes LOCATION: Longeview Drive & Fairway Drive

15 MCLAUGHLIN DEVELOPER: Melcor Developments Ltd BUILDERS: Bedrock Homes, Look Homes, Pacesetter Homes LOCATION: Westgrove Drive and McLaughlin Drive.

As Albertas 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

6 SPRING LAKE RANCH DEVELOPER: Wilcor Development Group BUILDERS: Wilcor Homes, Open LOCATION: Spring Lake Exit off of Hwy 16A & Range Road 15

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

1 THE BRICKYARD AT OLD TOWN DEVELOPER: Old Town Development Corp. BUILDERS: Daytona Homes Master Builder, Kirkland Homes Master Builder, Lakeview Developments LOCATION: West of 50th street and 50th Ave, Stony Plain

2 GENESIS ON THE LAKES 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.

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Growing. LOCATED: 20 km west of

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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

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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.

6 SPRINGATE AT SPRUCE RIDGE DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Sterling Homes, Alquinn Homes LOCATION: On Jennifer Heil West of Tri-Leisure Center

7 GREENBURY DEVELOPER: Beaverbrook Communities BUILDERS: Western Liv

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Edmonton New Home Guide - Feb 13, 2015