Buying a Home

Buying a Home: First Home or Investment Property?

Whether you're buying your first home or expanding your property investment portfolio, making the right choice is crucial. The real estate market can be competitive, and understanding your buying criteria is the first step toward success.

For first home buyers, the journey is exciting but often overwhelming. From government grants and incentives to choosing the right home loan, navigating stamp duty, and understanding mortgage pre-approval, there’s a lot to consider. Location, property type, and lifestyle needs play a key role in making the right decision.

For property investors, the focus shifts to rental yield, capital growth, property tax benefits, and choosing high-performing investment suburbs. Factors like tenant demand, proximity to amenities, low vacancy rates, and future infrastructure developments all impact the return on investment.

Whether your goal is to live in the property or generate passive income, aligning your purchase with your long-term financial goals is essential. A strategic approach to real estate investing can build long-term wealth and security.

Our expert team helps you identify the best opportunities tailored to your specific needs — from off-the-plan apartments to established homes, duplexes, or house and land packages.

Start your journey with clarity. Let us help you find the perfect property that fits your goals.

Fill out the form below with your buying criteria, and we’ll help match you with the best opportunities in the current market. Whether you're a first-time buyer or seasoned investor, we’re here to guide you every step of the way.




Please Provide Your Buying Criteria

Mike Racich

Exp realty

Edmonton/St Albert,  AB  T8N 4C1 

Mobile: 780-999-1044

mike@mikeshouses.ca