It is undeniably exciting to be touring properties for the first time – the acquisition of one’s first piece of real estate is definitely a milestone in one’s life. However, falling in love with a particular property is extremely dangerous for your wallet and your future prospects. So, just don’t! Falling in love with a home means financial mistakes. While you’re figuring out the best spot for your television set, you’re not noticing the faulty duct work or t ... Full Article...

In real estate timing is extremely important. I constantly get asked when is the best time to buy or sell a home: "do you think now is the best time or should I wait a month or two or until next year?" No one ever asks what day of the week to make an offer or bring a home on the market. In general, the hottest days of the week in the Edmonton real estate market are Saturday and Sunday. Sometimes the weekend effect is more exaggerated than others, and currently it seems quite extreme. I thin ... Full Article...

Here is new realise from REALTORS® Association of Edmonton:  Edmonton, March 2, 2010: Prices for residential property sold through the Edmonton MLS® changed marginally through February. Sales activity, however, was up dramatically when compared to last month or the same month last year.   The average single family dwelling price was $369,573 for February up just 1.4% from January; 5.6% from a year ago. Condominium prices dipped 3.8% in the month from $240,686 to $231,530. Duplex and rowhou ... Full Article...