Michael's Corner: Calgary Real Estate Advice & Analysis

Proposed Act Aims to Restrict Non-Canadian Ownership of Residential Property

Introduction: In an effort to address the challenges faced by the Canadian housing market, the Canadian government has proposed a new act that seeks to regulate and restrict the purchase of residential property by non-Canadians. The act, known as the “Prohibition on Purchase of Residential Property

Land Transfer Tax: Alberta vs Ontario

There’s a lot to consider when you’re looking to buy a home. Location, style, the neighborhood, and of course your budget are all key factors in deciding where you’ll live. But there’s one thing that can make or break your chances of getting into the home of your dreams: taxes. Each province has its

Does Alberta Have a Land Transfer Tax? No. Here's How It Compares to BC (2026)

No, Alberta has no land transfer tax. When you buy a home in Calgary, you pay Land Titles registration fees instead: $50 plus $5 for every $5,000 of value, under the Government of Alberta's fee schedule effective October 1, 2026. On a $700,000 home that's $750. The same home in British Columbia carr

Moving from Ontario to Alberta

If you’re considering a move to Alberta, we want to help! We know how hard it can be to make such a big decision, and we want you to know that we’re here for you. We know all about Alberta and its communities, so we’d love to share some great pieces of information with you to consider. We know that