Edmonton wrapped up a stable year in real estate in December, the Realtors Association of Edmonton said Wednesday. “It is a relief to report on the stability and health of the local real estate market,” …
Sometimes buyers/investors may consider buying a home, that for one reason or another does not show up to the potential it could. (A Diamond-in-the-rough…)
Let’s face it. When you visit a home during a scheduled viewing or open house, you’re usually seeing it at its best. The rooms are tidy. The sinks are clean. The closets are organized and uncluttered. Even the lighting is set to its brightest. Read more...(298 words, estimated 1:12 mins reading time)
We are still currently seeing noticeable activity in the Edmonton real estate market. The local and Alberta economies are doing well and its reflected in the market. Read more...(214 words, estimated 51 secs reading time)
This is the Remembrance Day edition of Ben’s Foreclosure Fridays. We remember all the WW1, WW2, Korea veterans, and other men and women that kept us free.
Looking for a home can be a very detailed and time-consuming process. You have likely watched some of those shows on T.V. and they are not far off.
Getting help with your house-hunting is why you get a Realtor like us involved. Family and friends can also be of assistance in giving advice and in the case of family, sometimes it’s financial assistance too. Read more...(340 words, estimated 1:22 mins reading time)
If you’re selling your home, you’ll have a very personal perspective on what it‘s worth.
You’ll remember all the hours you put into making the backyard flower garden beautiful, or the work you put into renovating the basement, or the money you spent on installing new hardwood floors in the livingroom and hallways. Read more...(311 words, estimated 1:15 mins reading time)
We spend time helping find the property, assisting with financing approval, researching properties… the list is almost endless. If you have questions on how we help buyers and sellers, just call us and ask. We will provide you with great value.
With the recent fires in Slave Lake, Alberta it brings to mind what do we do around our homes for fire prevention and fire safety? This is not to the scale as Slave Lake but it does need some time spent thinking and planning. Read more...(257 words, 1 image, estimated 1:02 mins reading time)
Every time I have completed a house hunting trip for some DND, RCMP, or corporate employees relocating to Edmonton, St. Albert or area, I am thankful for my iPad.
This one device has changed how we do real estate. Read more...(219 words, estimated 53 secs reading time)
The federal election campaign is in full-swing and the advance polls opened to-day. Its Good Friday for those of the Christian faith, and the start of of the first, warm weekend of the year. The Edmonton and area market has been seeing more and more activity. Read more...(229 words, estimated 55 secs reading time)
There has been a lot of Edmonton and area real estate news coming out recently. The prediction of a boom in 12 to 24 months was one of them. My advice runs along the lines of ”we know what is happening now. The future is not set yet”. Now, there are some pretty good deals here for the owner or investor that wants to buy a property to hold and rent for the future, to live-in, or to reno and flip. I will be happy to assist you but please make sure you are comfortable with what you are doing. Read more...(269 words, estimated 1:05 mins reading time)
Ahhhh, the House Hunting Trip. How to pack weeks worth of home shopping into a few days. They can be somewhat stressful for the buyers and the Realtor.
Organization is the key. Also, having a good understanding of the process and how IRP works helps too.
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1st- For the buyer who doesn’t have a home to sell first, you should make sure you have a mortgage pre-approval in place if you can, before the HHT. This will let you know what price range you can afford and what you can get for your money.
(If you are selling your home, we recommend you wait until it is Sold before you come out on your HHT. Brookfield Global Relocations is almost making this mandatory now we hear. You do lose a lot of bargaining power if your offer is “Subject to Sale” of your old home)
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2nd- Try to get a good feel for the different areas you will be considering. North Edmonton, St Albert? Maybe Morinville, Bon Accord, Gibbons, or Fort Saskatchewan? They all have advantages. We will set you up for an email search so you will be emailed out listings that match your criteria.
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3rd- When you arrive, please bring your mortgage pre-approval and any other applicable paperwork (i.e. your IRP Rep contact info…) that maybe required. Don’t forget your cheque book. A deposit will be required for your home purchase, plus you may want to sign-up for other schools etc… while you are here.
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4th- Be prepared to look at homes for a few days, but if you see a home you really like don’t be hesitant to consider offering on it, if its the right house. You have to make a decision ideally within the first 2, or maximum 3 days. A home inspection must be booked (it is most advantageous if you can be there to see it for yourself), financing to be initiated, and a list of other details. You can also visit your new place of work, register the kids for school etc…
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5th- Be confident that you will find a home that you can enjoy for years to come. We can work hard together to get you a home that works for you and your family.
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Don’t hesitate to contact John Carle and I, if you have any questions. We’re here to work with you as your HHT Team.
