Market Update & Blogs

Understanding the Mortgage Stress Test in Canada
Understanding the Mortgage Stress Test in Canada If you are buying a home in Canada — in Edmonton or anywhere else — one rule affects your purchasing power more than any other: The mortgage stress test. It is the single most misunderstood component of the Canadian mortgage qualification process. Man

How Long Does It Take to Buy a Home in Edmonton?
How Long Does It Take to Buy a Home in Edmonton? One of the most practical questions buyers ask — and one that rarely gets a direct, detailed answer — is: "How long is this actually going to take?" Whether you are a first-time buyer planning around a lease end date, a family coordinating a school ye

How to Win in Multiple Offers in Edmonton
How to Win in Multiple Offers in Edmonton Multiple offer situations in Edmonton do not happen as frequently as they did during the peak market years of 2021–2023. But they still occur — and when they do, unprepared buyers consistently lose to buyers who understand how competitive offer situations ac

First-Time Buyer Strategy in Edmonton
First-Time Buyer Strategy in Edmonton Buying your first home is one of the most significant financial decisions you will make. In Edmonton's 2026 real estate market, first-time buyers are in a better position than they have been in several years — more inventory, more negotiating leverage, and more
