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If You Are Buying An Edmonton Home Know What You Are Looking For
If you are buying an Edmonton home it is important to know what exactly you are looking for. Your search for Edmonton real estate should begin with a brainstorm. Buying an Edmonton home is an investment in your future, whether it is your primary residence or not.
Here are a few things to think about:
- What kind of a home are you looking for? i.e. single detached, apartment, ranch style.
- Location. Is being near a school, hospital, or shopping important? Do you want to live downtown?
- Condition. Do you want a new home or a home that has been remodeled recently or are you wanting to remodel and create a home that represents your personal style?
- Price. Know how much you want to spend and how much money you will qualify for.
The list of criteria can be as long or short as you wish, but it is important to weigh what matters to you so that there are no regrets after buying and moving into your Edmonton home.
If you are considering buying an Edmonton home please contact me today. I have the ability to show all Edmonton properties that are currently listed for sale and will help utilize your criteria to find the home of your dreams.
Contact me for an informed education on Edmonton real estate. Whether you want to buy or sell I can help get the deal done. I have access to all available Edmonton real estate listings.
Contributed by Mark WalkerRoyal LePage ArTeam Realty
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Business Phone: 780-428-7653
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Edmonton Real Estate: Commercial Sales Are Up
While there seem to be questions on what may or may not happen with regards to Edmonton real estate one thing is certain, commercial real estate sales in the Alberta capital are up from a year ago. The figures are seen as representative of a normal and stable economy, one which has put a recession behind. Other Canadian cities are seeing an increase in commercial real estate sales as well.
Overall Edmonton has seen more positive real estate activity than other parts of the country. Real estate sales and inventory in Edmonton are representative of a stable real estate market. In addition retail sales are up in the city, almost 2.5% in the past year. Relocating to Edmonton is an attractive prospect for many. Call me today if you would like to examine relocating, or simply investing in Edmonton real estate.
Click here to read a recent article from the Edmonton Journal about commercial real estate sales.
Contact me for an informed education on Edmonton real estate. Whether you want to buy or sell I can help get the deal done. I have access to all available Edmonton real estate listings.
Contributed by Mark WalkerRoyal LePage ArTeam Realty
Your Home Sold GUARANTEED!
Business Phone: 780-428-7653
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Selling Your Edmonton Real Estate? Be Prepared
If you are selling your Edmonton real estate it is important to be prepared. Take a look at your home through another’s eyes and try to see your Edmonton home the way a potential home buyer would. Start outside, how is your home’s curb appeal? Is the exterior of your Edmonton home in good condition? Are there easy landscaping additions that you can make to zip it up and make it look manicured?
Planting some flowers, whether in a garden or in a pot, can add to any exterior, as can a new shrub or bush. Likewise take a look at your home’s paint, if it needs a new paint job then it should be considered. Clean the windows. Do what needs to be done to make the exterior of your Edmonton real estate stand out and make a good first impression.
Next you should examine the interior of your Edmonton home. There are three basic steps to prepare your home for sale, de-clutter, clean and organize. When you de-clutter you de-personalize, getting rid of personal effects like photos and other elements that can get in the way of a potential buyer seeing himself living in your home. Cleaning and organizing your Edmonton home will make it look its best and maximize its available space. A fresh coat of paint and organized cabinets and closets will go a long way.
Once your home is ready, you should be too. Give me a call today for a complimentary listing presentation and see what we can do to get your Edmonton home sold in an efficient and timely manner.
Contact me for an informed education on Edmonton real estate. Whether you want to buy or sell I can help get the deal done. I have access to all available Edmonton real estate listings.
Contributed by Mark WalkerRoyal LePage ArTeam Realty
Your Home Sold GUARANTEED!
Business Phone: 780-428-7653
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Edmonton, A Top 10 Investment City
Edmonton is among the top ten cities in which to buy real estate in Canada. Edmonton sits in the number three position on the list which was compiled by the Real Estate Investment Network (REIN). The list that was put together is what the group sees as the best cities to invest in, in terms of real estate. Edmonton real estate i
s seen as a good investment because it is seen as a growing area and one which focuses on its future.
Edmonton has great transportation, has fantastic income potential from energy and is an affordable marketplace. Whether you are interested in Edmonton real estate from a home owner perspective or as a landlord, Edmonton has a great number of investment opportunities.
Contact me today to learn more about Edmonton and get to know the up and coming areas, great neighborhoods to live in and great areas to invest in.
Click here to see the complete REIN list.
Contact me for an informed education on Edmonton real estate. Whether you want to buy or sell I can help get the deal done. I have access to all available Edmonton real estate listings.
Contributed by Mark WalkerRoyal LePage ArTeam Realty
Your Home Sold GUARANTEED!
Business Phone: 780-428-7653
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Edmonton Real Estate, Choosing A Mortgage that Works For You
When looking to buy Edmonton rea
l estate it is important to choose a mortgage that works best for you. Choosing which type of mortgage you want to go with can appear to be a daunting decision, but it doesn’t have to be. There are a few variables to consider in a mortgage, first being the length of a loan, second being the type of loan.
The most common length of a mortgage being 25 years to 35 years. The length often affects the monthly payment amount. The benefit for going with a short length would be paying off a mortgage more quickly. A 35 year loan would have lower monthly payments and could be more beneficial if you don’t plan on staying in your Edmonton home for more than five years.
There are two main types of loans, fixed rate and variable rate. A fixed rate loan locks you in at a set interest rate for the length of your term, beneficial for those who plan on staying in their home for a while and for times when interest rates look as though they could be heading up. A borrower will have the same monthly payments for the term they choose.
With a variable rate loan the interest rate fluctuates with the prime rate. The monthly payment can stay the same with more going toward the principal when rates go down and more going toward interest when the rates go up. The monthly payments can increase if the prime rate increases enough.
When looking to buy Edmonton real estate it is a good idea to sit down with a lender and examine which type of loan is best for you. Click here to read a recent article from the Edmonton Sun regarding mortgage types.
Contact me for an informed education on Edmonton real estate. Whether you want to buy or sell I can help get the deal done. I have access to all available Edmonton real estate listings.
Contributed by Mark WalkerRoyal LePage ArTeam Realty
Your Home Sold GUARANTEED!
Business Phone: 780-428-7653
Visit Website | Email Me
