First Time Home Buyer

At Alta West Mortgage we strive to make the mortgage buying process as simple as possible. Our goal is to get you the mortgage you need at the rate you deserve!

Test out our Rent vs. Buy Calculator to see how you can turn your rent money into homeownership!

Here are some quick steps to help get you on your way to becoming a homeowner:

Step One: Get a Pre-Approval:

Many lenders will offer a pre-approval. To get a pre-approval you go through the loan approval process with us. The biggest benefit of a pre-approval is you can now shop with confidence knowing exactly what you can afford.

Step Two: Purchase Your Home:

This is the fun part! Armed with your pre-approval (Insert happy face here) you can start to look for your new home! Whether you are purchasing a new build or an existing home all vendors love to deal with a purchaser with financing approved, this tells them you are a serious shopper.

Step Three: Financing Paperwork:

An Alta West Mortgage specialist will go over all of the required paperwork with you and answer any questions you may have.

Step Four: Closing:

Once all of the paperwork is complete, Alta West Mortgage will send it to be finalized with your Lawyer of choice.

Take the first step towards owning your own home by applying online using our easy online application form. You may also wish to contact us directly to answer any questions you may have.

Let us iron-out the details of your mortgage and we will leave the excitement of choosing your New Home up to you!

Contact us for more information:

Alta West Mortgage (403) 254-9075 or via email

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