Should you get your newer condo inspected? The answer is YES. Even though, newer high rise and low rise buildings carry warranties, it may take sometimes a long time before you can get the builder to fix any deficiencies. If I was buying, I would definitely hire an inspector. The costs can vary but the average inspection is around 400.00 dollars. >>> read more

Jerry, All the best to you and your family.

Edmonton real estate market has been strong in September, a slight improvement from August. The average price for a single detached homes was 371,947 and condos 245,546, both 1.4 higher than in August. 2,564 homes were listed resulting in a 66% sales-to-listing ratio as compared to September 2008 with over 3,100 listings and a 55% sold-to-list ratio. There was also a decrease of 6.6 percent in inventory from 6445 listings to 6032, great news for the sellers. Residential sales this month were ... Full Article...

It's already October and it seems like the summer was never here. The colder temperatures and yellow leaves on the ground are just the reminders of the inevitability of cold winter coming our way. Will Edmonton real estate market bring cold or warm welcome to our homes as the new year approaches? The answer by some is "neutral". I let you figure out what they mean by that. The last months number of Downtown and Oliver condos sold through the Edmonton MLS® have decreased slightly by 8.5 percent ... Full Article...

Here are 10 things that the potential buyers may find unappealing! 1. Smell-stinky footwear in the front entrance, fried fish, sewage and toilet aroma. PLEASE FEBREEZE!!! 2. "Adult art" 3. Pet deposits and pet odors. Dogs and cats on the loose, even animal lovers find it distracting. 4. Dirty dishes   >> READ MORE