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From Bangladesh to Alberta: Finding Home in a New Country
"I haven't seen any other companies giving this much flexibility to newcomers." - Tarek
Meet Tarek and Farjana, a family originally from Bangladesh, whose homeowner journey with Requity Homes began shortly after arriving in Canada.
Tarek, a former garment factory manager, and Farjana, who worked as a news reporter back home, made the life-changing decision to relocate to Canada when their son was admitted to the University of Alberta. Having owned a spacious home in Bangladesh, the couple was determined not to settle for long-term renting in their new country.
Quick Decision Makers
After arriving in Canada in September 2024, Tarek and Farjana secured a short-term rental for just four months, already planning their path to homeownership. The couple discovered Requity Homes online and were particularly impressed after watching Amy's YouTube interviews showcasing success stories similar to what they hoped to achieve.
Wasting no time, they reached out to Requity Homes on September 24th and were thrilled to receive full approval in just four days. Their determination and preparation paid off quickly.
Finding Their Dream Home
The family's journey to finding the perfect home was relatively smooth. After making their first offer, they continued their search and found their dream home on their second attempt on October 18th, less than a month after being approved. By December 3rd, they had already moved in and begun making the space truly their own.
To create the familiar comfort they cherished in Bangladesh, Tarek and Farjana shipped their furniture from their previous home, instantly transforming their new Canadian house into a space that felt authentically theirs.
"Farjana discovered Requity Homes while browsing YouTube," Tarek recalls. "She immediately called me over to watch Amy's video with her. After seeing the program explained and exploring the website, I was convinced this was our opportunity. Even though we were new to Canada, I knew we had strong potential with our upcoming business. I thought, if we could secure a home early instead of moving between rentals, it would help our family settle properly and build our new life here much faster. That stability was exactly what we needed during such a major transition."
Building New Dreams
Beyond establishing their home, the family is also putting down business roots in their new community. Their convenience store is set to open soon, further cementing their commitment to building a life in Canada.
For Tarek and Farjana, homeownership represents more than just having a property—it symbolizes successfully transplanting their family life from Bangladesh to Canada while maintaining the comfort and stability they were accustomed to. Their journey with Requity Homes has enabled them to skip the extended rental phase many newcomers experience and immediately begin building equity in their new country.
Tarek and Farjana's story highlights how newcomers to Canada can quickly achieve homeownership with the right support. With Requity Homes, the transition from another country to owning a home in Canada can be seamless and efficient, turning the challenge of relocation into an opportunity for new beginnings.
Tarek and Farjana are a perfect example of what's possible for others facing similar newcomer challenges. With the support of Requity Homes, rent-to-own in Edmonton turns from just a dream to an achievable reality.
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