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First-Time Buyers

Your first home, explained step by step.

Pre-approval, budget, which side of the border, what happens at closing — we'll walk you through all of it at a pace that suits you.

Who it's for

  • Renters ready to buy their first home in Lloydminster or a surrounding community.
  • Young families and couples comparing neighbourhoods on both sides of the border.
  • Anyone who wants the whole process explained before they commit to anything.

How the team helps

Black Gold Real Estate, brokered by LPT Realty, is Jordan Bird, REALTOR® — 17 years serving clients in real estate and dual licensed in Alberta and Saskatchewan — and Bryce Patterson, REALTOR®. Together we serve Lloydminster and the surrounding communities, including rural acreage and farm properties.

  • We start with what fits your life and budget, not with listings.
  • We explain which closing costs change with the border and which don't.
  • We guide you through showings, offers, conditions and possession day.

The basics

What first-time buyers should know

01

Get pre-approved first

A mortgage pre-approval tells you what a lender is prepared to offer and shows sellers you're serious. It also stops you from falling for a home outside your budget. Talk to a lender or mortgage broker early — we're happy to connect you.

02

Budget beyond the price

Your down payment is only part of it. Plan for closing costs such as legal fees, title or land-transfer fees, a home inspection and moving costs, plus ongoing costs like property taxes, utilities and insurance. Your lender and lawyer can confirm the exact amounts.

03

The border-city choice

Lloydminster straddles Alberta and Saskatchewan. The side a home sits on can change some closing costs — like title fees and provincial sales tax on mortgage default insurance.

Compare Alberta and Saskatchewan closing costs.

04

Work with a REALTOR®

A REALTOR® helps you understand local values, write a clean offer with sensible conditions, and keep inspections, financing and paperwork on schedule. As a buyer, you can ask how your REALTOR® is paid before you sign anything.

FAQ

Common questions

General information only, not legal, tax or lending advice. Confirm details for your situation with us, your lawyer and your lender.

Free guide

Get the free First-Time Buyer guide

Tell us where to send it and we'll email you the PDF guide. No spam — just the guide and a personal follow-up if you'd like one.

Talk it through with Jordan

A straight answer, no pressure — call 306-371-5888 or send a note.

Get in touch

Questions about a move? Ask us.

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