Is Overbuilding Hurting Edmonton?
Edmonton may have a problem. It has too many new homes and not enough demand to fill all of them at this time. That could be considered both a good and bad problem to have, depending on who you are and what your perspective is. Right now there are three cities in Canada that have […]
How are property taxes calculated in Edmonton?
Did you ever wonder how property taxes are calculated in Edmonton? Each year assessors look over data to determine the most probable value your Edmonton property would have sold for on the open market. What data is considered? Well, for starters there are many property characteristics that come into play when determining a property’s worth, […]
Despite Some Grim Predictions, Edmonton Real Estate Remains Strong
Buying a house—no matter how much money you have—is always a major investment. The past few years have seen a large and growing amount of these investments across Canada, drawing some concern. Many have feared that the bubble is bound to burst, and that we’re heading for a downturn. Of course, it’s perfectly natural for […]
How to Make a Strong Bid When Shopping for a Home
You’ve seen a house that meets your needs: it’s the right size, the right location, and it’s in good condition. You want to make a bid on the house so you can “win” it. After all, if you love it, chances are someone else loves and wants to own it, too. To make a strong […]
Tips for Choosing a Real Estate Agent
When searching for “the right” real estate agent to work with for selling a home, there are several questions to ask. First, ask, “How long have you been working in residential real estate sales?” Follow that question with, “Is real estate your full-time job?” Look for agents with several years of experience, as well as […]
Why It’s a Great Time to Invest in Real Estate in Edmonton
Recently, there was an article in the Calgary Herald that proclaimed the city of Edmonton has ousted Calgary as the top Alberta market to invest in residential real estate. The study was conducted by the Real Estate Invesment Network, and their findings are another symbol of Edmonton’s promising growth. In addition to surpassing Calgary in […]
Factors to Contemplate When Choosing a City to Live In
Researching different cities to live in is one of the most exciting, yet stressful endeavors of the home buying process. For some individuals and families, the decision of which city to live in is an easy one. Perhaps they are from and have family in a certain city, or they simply need to live in […]
The Importance of an Experienced Real Estate Agent to a Homebuyer
The process of buying or selling home can often feel like arduous task, especially if it is your first time through. A great deal of research must be must done, and prospective buyers or sellers must calculate what their price point or price limit should be before jumping into a transaction they may later regret. […]
House Listed for $100K Below Market value
Check this CTV story out of an open house in the ultra-competitive Toronto housing market where the Lister has put a home up for sale around $100K below list price. What happened? Well over 200 people showed up as interested buyers for the duplex. The seller said she got what she wanted in terms […]
