If you plan to stay here for more than 5 years or longer, I would say it is better to buy a house and settle down your family here. I do not think it is a good idea to buy a house in edmonton and working in fort mcmurray for long time, both for the family and economic reasons. ! t" v5 M' q/ t# U! Q - m1 y4 a' U% e% I0 B, Q7 lSmall town sometimes have a very good side as well though living here is expensive. It is easy to find a job if you both want to work, and will earn much more money than anywhere else.0 F3 w$ E) \! x+ b, n
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We moved up here from Toronto 5 years ago, sold the apartment in Toronto and bought a house right after my probation, I am satisifed with my choice so far... ' ]3 Q) A+ ?8 x
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I belive you will too.