The start of a new year is a great time to set new goals and make positive changes in your life. If owning a new home is one of your goals for the coming year, here are some tips to help make your dream a reality. Set a budget and determine what you can realistically afford. It’s important to have a clear idea of how much you can spend on a new home so you can narrow down your options and avoid overspending. Consider the location of your new home carefully. Look for areas with good schools, low crime rates, and easy access to amenities like shopping, dining, and transportation. Research diff ..read more

September 2022 This year’s housing market in Edmonton has been strong thanks to interest rates and a hot demand for available homes. As you’re making the decision to buy a new home, you may be wondering if it’s a good time to buy. Here are the top reasons to consider buying a home before the end of 2022!   Interest Rates are Rising The Bank of Canada held its record low interest rates over the past several years, but it has made several increases this year as demand for homes has risen. Despite these increases, rates are still competitive, and lenders are looking for your business. Rates ..read more

  So, you’re wanting to ditch your landlord or move into your next home, but how do you decide whether to build a new home or buy pre-owned? Here are the most important things to consider when deciding whether to purchase a brand-new home or a pre-owned home.   New Build vs. Pre-Owned If having a home with lots of character and charm is on the top of your list, then perhaps buying a pre-owned home is right for you. But for today’s lifestyle, a lot of homebuyers need something that is going to be functional for their busy lives such as large front entries with extra closet space or a ..read more

  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, and higher end estate and custom builders who only do a handful of homes each year. Pacesetter Homes builds in more than 30 communities in Edmonton and area and offers multiple choices of floorplans such as townhomes, laned homes, front attached garage homes and more. Drawing on 7 ..read more

Thinking of buying a home in the GTA? It’s no secret that the cost of living in Toronto is high and that homeownership is challenging, to say the least. Limited housing choices, bidding wars and sky-high prices make the GTA a difficult housing market to maneuver, even for the best of us. It can be frustrating pouring your hard-earned money into a mortgage that leaves little in the way of lifestyle expenses, travel, or recreational activities. A move from Toronto to Edmonton can allow you to live the lifestyle you want while leaving more money in your pocket. You’ll be able to avoid the hazard ..read more

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 townhomes make owning your own home even more accessible with lower month-to-month living expenses.  Choosing a Pacesetter townhome is simple when you consider all the benefits of townhome living. A townhome is less maintenance than a single-family home, meaning you can say goodbye to hours of snow shoveling and garde ..read more

  We know that the homebuilding industry has been facing some challenges with global material shortages. These supply issues have affected the homebuilding experience and what it means for you when building your new home. While every home is different, they are all complex structures that require thousands of components and many different people involved in its construction. Without the required materials and workers in place, the home’s possession date can be up in the air. Homebuilders do everything possible to avoid this uncertainty for their customers. The consequences of the COVID-1 ..read more

  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. The neighbourhood is also an important factor, and choosing the best community for you means doing your research and deciding what matters most in your new home’s location. Here are some important things to consider when choosing a new neighbourhood.    Location within the City/Surr ..read more

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 list of flooring options offered by Sierra Flooring through designQ and outlined the benefits to help you choose which type fits your lifestyle.    Hardwood  Hardwood floors are beautiful and long-lasting and make an elegant choice for nearly any room in your home. With so many different variations of ..read more

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 features that fit your family’s lifestyle. But how do you begin to choose the right home builder? At Pacesetter Homes, we offer not only an incredible selection of communities and floor plans, but your new home will also be fitted with a number of extra features not found anywhere else.   Find a Floor Plan that Fits Your Need ..read more