It is freezing cold in Edmonton right now, does this affect real estate in Edmonton?

The answer is yes of course it does.... A lot of buyers want to stay home and cozy, but you can bet money that the ones that are still out shopping are most likely very qualified and good quality buyers. 

If you are selling your home when it is this cold out, please continue to show it. You are in constant competition with other sellers, whether you are selling a condo, townhouse or single family home in Edmonton get as many showings as you can. The more people that step foot into your property, the better the chance of that one person that will love everything about it will step in and pay you top dollar for your home.

I wanted to mention this to the sellers in…

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Imagine finding a home you love, making an offer, and then finding out there are other competing offers on the table. Ouch. If you’re looking for a property in a competitive market, it is likely that there will be multiple offers. 

Even just one can create the risk that you’ll lose the home. So how do you make sure your offer is enticing enough to win over the buyer? Here are some ideas: 

  • Don’t make a low-ball offer. If you do, it might be dismissed and you probably won’t get another chance to bid — especially if the other competing offers are near the listing price.
  • Have a pre-arranged mortgage and include that with your offer. This reassures the buyer there won’t be any money issues. (Most lenders will provide you with a pre-arranged…

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I just finished uploading this House for sale, 18060 89 Street, Edmonton, Alberta

Step into this beautiful modern 3 bed home and you will feel instantly at home. Warm modern colours throughout, Granite countertops and hardwood floors. The master bedroom is oversized with a large walk-in closet and ensuite bathroom with soaker tub. The main floor is open concept and includes a bonus media area/den area, a half bath and a large living room. The kitchen is finished with a large eat-up island, lots of cupboad space and stainless steel appliances. This home has a high efficiency furnace, a large deck and an oversized detached garage!

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I just finished uploading this Duplex for sale, 16504 132 Street, Edmonton, Alberta

Step foot into a dream home! This property shows 10/10. Main floor has a chefs kitchen with a massive granite countertop island, stainless steel appliances, large pantry and perfectly matched mosaic tile. Open concept design throughout main floor with beautiful hardwood floors, gas fireplace and massive windows. Main floor also includes mud room with high end front loading washer and dryer and a den! Upper floor includes massive bedrooms and a master with walking closet and ensuite bath with soaker tub. A 4th bedroom can easily be added in upper if desired. Basement is fully finished to the same quality high end finishings as the upper floors. Another bedroom in the…

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In almost every movie featuring a house on fire, the actors seem to be able to move around the house and see just fine, while beating back flames with a shirt or coat. Of course, that’s not what happens in real fires. 

When there’s fire in a home, there is typically complete darkness (because the power goes out) and a cloud of spreading thick, black smoke makes it difficult to see and breathe.

That’s why knowing how to get out of your house — fast — is crucial.

Experts recommend rehearsing what to do in case there’s a fire. Make sure everyone in the family has an exit plan. Each should know exactly how to get out, including primary and secondary exits, and where the family will meet once safely outside.

Never attempt to take anything with you. It…

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Should you replace your old furnace when you are selling your home?

People often want to know what the secret is to selling a their property, or what they can do to get more money or an easier sale. I am a successful realtor in Edmonton, Alberta as well as an active house flipper. I currently have a flip house for sale that was finished absolutely beautifully, unfortunately it has an old loud furnace that is turning buyers away. I took feedback from 20+ showing before I decided I would replace the furnace.

I called many agents back and told them I am replacing the furnace this week and several of them decided to come back for a second showing. I am now at the stage where an offer is coming in and the property will be sold.

Yes is the answer, you…

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Flipping Houses in Edmonton

As many of you know, I started a flipping business in Edmonton, Alberta last year and I wanted to write a quick article on what to look for in a home if you want to flip and make a good profit. 

First and foremost you absolutely need to get the right team together. Your realtor will be your best friend, if you find a realtor that actually knows about house flipping they will be able to present you with what you should pay for a house, the approximate cost of renovations, what the closing costs will be, and then what it would be worth once complete. Most realtors will not have a clue how to put these numbers together especially if they have never flipped a property. I myself have flipped a ton of properties and can pick these…

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I just finished uploading this House for sale, 13111 121 Street, Edmonton, Alberta

Gutted and renovated from top to bottom. This 4 bedroom home has new high end laminate flooring, new paint, mostly new drywall, new baseboard, 2 new bathrooms and much more. The main floor is design is open concept and has a brand new dream kitchen with a massive island looking over the living room, perfect for entertaining. The light fixtures are all new with led lighting throughout most of the home. Massive windows allow for tons of sunshine to enter freely into this warm home. Main floor bath has a new toilet, tub, and DOUBLE sink with custom tile to the ceiling. Basement has a SEPARATE ENTRANCE with a kitchen, 2 large bedrooms and a brand new full bath. Backyard is…

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