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Buying an existing home tends to be a fairly straightforward process. You go to a lender, hand them over your financial information, they tell you what type of loan you can get, and you get approved for the home. If you have a home you already want, the lender will...

A credit score isn't everything. It doesn't say anything about you as a person. It doesn't imply anything to potential friends or partners. It doesn't tell you if you're good at your job. It's just a number that gives a brief snapshot of your history with debts and...

So you've decided to build a custom home in Calgary. It's a decision that you're going to love since once it's complete, we at Melcom Homes will have created for you a beautifully designed home that exceeds your expectations - one that is energy efficient and meets...

One Story Homes vs Two Story Homes: Benefits and Weaknesses There are so many different home layouts and floorplans that we can consider when we're looking to build you your dream home. But one of the first questions to ask is whether or not you want a one story home...

Are You Working From Home? How That Can Affect Your Custom Home Design As a result of COVID-19, more and more people have transitioned entirely or almost entirely to working from home. This change is arguably a long time coming, like those that work from home have a...

Everyone needs a place to live. But committing to a place to live can be challenging. It's not uncommon to find yourself faced with a big question: do I try to buy a home, or do I rent a home or apartment? If you speak to most economists and financial planners, owning...