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I was able to buy also. I don’t even have to have a job(but I do have) as long as you can pay 35% down payment, bank would give the mortgage.

I actually received my PR card in less than a month.

Yes, actually some of the hosts blocked the date so that it's only available to rent for a short term. But I contacted through msg and explained my situation to ask if they're open for a longer term like a 6-month. Then some of them, I found are actually willing to do that.

I have booked air bnb for 6 months. I know it's a little bit more expensive, but I don't want my pr card to get lost in the mail while updating new address and all these complications. I also don't wanna stress with house finding again after just move in.

I’m planning to move to Calgary too, but seeing the data of unemployment rate being highest at above 6% freaks me out a little bit as a newcomer. I think you already have a job so that would ease your relocation process much better.

Yes, and Singapore is not listed in the country list...

I did try to open but all those banks don't allow me to open an account. I'm coming from Singapore. Would you mind telling me which city you're relocating to? and your field? Just out of curiosity.

Hi, I'm moving in this Sep 2023. What are the few things that I should do in the first few weeks and prepare in advance? Here's a list of things I plan to do in no particular order: 1. Get a SIN number 2. Open a bank account 3. Look for a job (I'm currently a senior accountant, but as a newcomer...

I've just decided to go with airbnb as it's a safer option for now. Thanks for all the info.

In rentfaster.ca, how could we avoid rental scams when we have to rent without physically viewing the unit? Could you share if you have any tips? TIA.

Thanks, I'm enquiring a few from rentfaster. Otherwise, I guess needa use airbnb even though it's a bit more pricey since my move in is just 2 months away.

Hi, I'm looking for a whole apartment/condo in Calgary. Do you have any idea or recommendation for the agent? TIA

Hi, can anyone answer me how the reference of previous landlords etc are given on rental application as a newcomer ? Is there any other way other than airbnb to rent from overseas?

That would work in your favour in terms of getting a mortgage with no issue.

I was told that it has to be a fortune 500 company for the foreign employment. Otherwise, to be eligible, there has to be a canadian employment of minimum 3 months and a minimum 6 month tenure in Canada.

Hi, do you think if I continue to work for my overseas employer in Canada, can I use that payslip and salary credit to be eligible. I'am in a good relationship with my company and I can ask them to let me work remotely for about 3-6months if I could use that as proof of funds or employement. Or...

Hi, as preparing for landing, I would like to clarify some confusion I have. From my understanding, after landing it takes 1-3 months to get PR card. Once we get a PR card, we can apply for SIN number which is necessary to get employed for payroll, etc. However, some people saying they get a job...

Hi, I have heard that there are many scams as well on kijiji. Airbnb on the other hand could be a safer bet when renting without seeing the unit from overseas. I would like to know how you filter out scams when you rent on kijiji. Thanks in advance.

Thank you for the valuable insights. Could you please share also how you look for houses or any real estate agent to recommend? Thanks again.

Hi, is it a crazy idea to think about buying a house within 3 months of landing without credit history in the country. I can afford down payment of 50% and want to borrow like $200k. I think with 200k mortgage, monthly repayment would be same or less as monthly rental which makes me want to...