Real Estate Blogs - News and Tips

Whether you’re a first-time buyer or a seasoned homeowner looking to renew your mortgage, working with the banks can be both stressful (and costly) without the right information at hand. That’s where a mortgage broker comes in. Acting ...

Buying a new home before selling your current one isn’t always easy but, with the right information and approach, it can be done (even enjoyably!). Here are our top tips: 1. Buy With a Contingency to Sell One of the easiest ways to ...

Sick of feeling like you’re always tidying up with nothing to show for it? Clean your home once and for all (and keep it that way!) by incorporating these helpful habits into your daily routine. 1. Make the Bed This is easily one of the ...

Enjoy a seamless house-hunting experience and avoid (costly) mistakes by observing these key Do’s and Don’ts. DO: Determine How Much Home You Can Afford In Advance It’s important to get a handle on what you can reasonably afford ...

Did you know: Choosing the right neighbourhood is almost, if not every bit, as important as choosing the right home? Here are nine key things to consider when it comes to picking the quintessential (Edmonton) community: 1. Think About Budget The ...

Whether you’re ready to put your Edmonton home on the market or just curious about how much your property is worth, a free market evaluation is the perfect place to start. What is a Market Evaluation?  Sometimes referred to as ...

1. Deadmonton Haunted House  September 25th, 2020 – November 13th, 2020 Admission: $34.99 - $49.99 Ages 12+ recommended Deadmonton Haunted House has quickly become one of the best (and scariest) haunted house experiences Alberta has ...

Multi-generational homes are a popular choice among homeowners looking to maintain a close relationship with their loved ones while saving money on rent, daycare, senior care and mortgage payments. In fact, roughly 2.2 million people (or 6% of the ...

Whether you’re looking to minimize your mortgage payments, boost your monthly income, or break into the world of real estate investing, there are numerous advantages to buying a home with a secondary suite. What is a Secondary ...

Tired of coming home to find shoes chewed, garbage upended, furniture destroyed, and your unmentionables scattered throughout the house? Admittedly, it can be frustrating when your dog regularly leaves a trail of destruction in their wake; however, ...

Keep warm on cool autumn days with these tasty, freezer-friendly meals.  1. Autumn Vegetable Stuffed Squash A healthy (flavourful) vegetarian delight! Ingredients:  2 sweet potato squash  2 tablespoon olive oil 1 cup onion, diced 1 ...

Our top tips, tricks and how-tos for tackling everyday tasks around your home. 1. Unclog a Sink (in three parts)  Part 1: Use a Plunger  Not just for toilets! After filling the clogged sink with water, use a plunger to help dislodge ...

Finished basements don’t just deliver a healthy return on your investment come sale time – they’re also proven to boost your overall enjoyment of your home. Even better, your basement-finishing options are endless. From income ...

Closing costs are one-time legal and administrative fees that accompany the purchase of a home. Ranging from 1.5 – 4% (depending), you’ll want to plan for these additional expenses beforehand, to avoid any unwelcome surprises come sale ...

From the importance of teaming up with a REALTOR® to preparing for hidden costs, there are several things you should know before heading out to purchase a home (even if you already have experience).  We’re here to help! Here ...

If you, like so many other Canadians, have now found yourself working from home, having a functional space in which to operate has become more important than ever. Even if you don’t have a dedicated office (room) per se, it’s essential ...

Guest post by Rick Andrews: A myth is an idea, concept, or story that is invented purely out of false data. Everywhere, and in almost every aspect, myths are present. They attempt to explain things; however, they are sometimes proven wrong when it ...

Learn more about mortgage default insurance, what it covers and how much it costs while gaining insight into Canada’s top three mortgage default insurance providers. What is Mortgage Default Insurance?  In Canada, mortgage default ...

When it comes to buying a home, did you know there are several things you can negotiate with a seller other than price? And that many of these negotiable items can save you time and money (potentially hundreds or thousands of dollars) on your ...