Resale vs. New Construction

Here are some of the benefits of purchasing a new home:

• Better Layout & Design = No Renovations
  Older homes have dated layouts with closed-off rooms and tiny closets.

  Our Life Collection™ homes are designed to utilize every square inch, offering:

  • Spacious primary ensuite
  • 2^nd floor laundry and bonus room
  • 9 ft. ceilings
  • Oversized, triple pane windows
  • Conveniently located workstations
  • Proper storage and better flow
  • Professionally curated Interior Styles

  This means more memorable moments together without having to take on the additional stress of a renovation.

• Curated Interior Styles
  Updating an older home to the current decade takes time and can be very costly.

  From replacing lighting and hardware to updating bathroom vanities and cabinetry—each detail requires someone to complete and if you’re not equipped with the proper tools, it can be pricey to hire a professional.

  When you buy a Cantiro home, you’ll have your choice of four beautiful, cohesive Interior Styles:

  

  

  

  

  All four Interior Styles are complete with elevated finishes and high-end brands, professionally coordinated by our Design Team.

• Higher Energy Efficiency and Lower Energy Bills
  Resale homes lack energy efficiency features that come standard in all Cantiro homes including:

  

  • LED lighting package throughout, consuming up to 90% less power than incandescent bulbs.
  • ENERGY STAR®heat recovery ventilator unit, which preheats fresh air and transfers warmth from air being exhausted to air coming in.
  • Furnace has a 96% AFUE (Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency) rating which go beyond industry standards to keep the heat where it’s supposed to.
  • Triple pane windows with Low E coating and argon filler enhances the sound barrier features and airtightness.
• Easier Mortgage Financing
  When buying new, financing is available through the builder, making it easier to qualify for a mortgage.

• Home Warranty and Risk
  When you buy an older home, you’re taking on an element of risk. You may have additional repair and replacement costs that you will need to address right away such as a new roof, which can be pricey.

  With a new home, you may not have to worry about the initial costly upkeep including:

  

  • Need of significant repairs for at least 7 years
  • Labour, materials, equipment and structure protected by Alberta New Home Warranty Program
  • You can bask in the comfort knowing you are the first homeowner

   

• Timing Flexibility with Move-In Ready Homes to New Builds
  When buying a resale home, you are tied to the schedule of the seller’s timeline.

  

  Buying new means, you have your choice between quick possessions to personalized builds. You can choose whether you want to move-in within weeks or schedule out a new home construction to get exactly what you want.

• Customer Service
  If you choose to purchase a new Cantiro home, you work directly with:

  

  • The Area Sales Manager: Our incredible Sales Team is your trusted advisor—offering expertise in your preferred community and is your partner throughout the entire buying and building process.
  • The Construction Team will meet with you at the beginning of your new home journey, at the rough-in walkthrough stage, again when cabinets are installed and when you take possession.
  • The Client Care Staff have you covered throughout your building process by meeting multiple times. We also offer our Customer Connect portal—scheduling all inspections to review any outstanding items with our Quality Control team.