Choosing a realtor is like choosing someone to date. You will spend a lot of time on the phone, emailing, and in-person with them. It won’t be a romantic relationship, but it will involve trust, kindness, respect and other elements…
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If you had a Mercedes, who would you rather have valet park it— a 16-year-old teen who just got his driver’s license or an experienced driver some twenty years older? When it comes to things we cherish most in life,…
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One of the great pleasures of buying your first home is it’s all yours to decorate. Rather than worrying about the landlord getting mad at you for painting a wall, you get the freedom to do whatever you want to…
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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…
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If you asked the average person the month they first listed their home for sale, they’d typically say April or May. In addition, the prime time for people to move into their new place is often July and August in…
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When it’s winter in Edmonton, Alberta, the weather outside is cold, and some people choose to delay the home selling process until spring/summer, when there is often a spike in home sales. However, working with an experienced realtor, and being…
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The overwhelming majority of homeowners rely on help from a lender when purchasing a home, often in the form of mortgage. Consequently, it is essential for prospective homebuyers to have a strong credit score to not only apply for a…
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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…
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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…
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When done correctly, home renovations can provide homeowners with both short and long-term benefits. In the short term, homeowners will be able to enjoy the upgrades in their residence on a daily basis. For example, if you choose to revamp…
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