Edmonton Real Estate Blog - Buying

It's a New Year - So what's your plan?

Posted by Corey Sylvester on January 9th, 2019

For many, purchasing a new home, or selling their current home, or possibly both, are a big part of their new year goals. Here is a quick read to help you get the ball rolling.

For one of my neighbours, the taking-down of the multi-coloured Christmas tree display in his back-yard signals the end of the holiday season. For most, the unwanted gifts have been returned, the Christmas tree has been taken down, and the hardening remains of the Christmas baking have been eaten. For many who are in the habit of forming New Year’s resolutions, this is the time of year when goals are refreshed, or new ones are made with the roadmap of the year ahead in mind.

But for those whose goals for the year include the sale of a home, or a downsizing to something…

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Windermere Real Estate Market Update - December 2018

Posted by Corey Sylvester on January 1st, 2019

Windermere home sales activity for 2018

Single Family Home Sales, Windermere Edmonton

Windermere home sales were down just slightly for the month of December 2018, compared to the same month in 2017. December is typically a slower month for any community due to the holiday season.

Below are the sales numbers for single family homes for the 2018 year in Windermere. The previous couple years are in brackets.

January – 11 (4 in 2017, 6 in 2016)

February – 12 (11 in 2017, 5 in 2016)

March – 9 (12 in 2017, 15 in 2016)

April – 14 (16 in 2017, 15 in 2016)

May – 16 (30 in 2017, 22 in 2016)

June – 14 (14 in 2017, 18 in 2016)

July – 13 (19 in 2017, 17 in 2016)

August – 17 (23 in 2017, 16 in 2016)

September – 15 (13 in…

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Art of the Condo Purchase

Posted by Corey Sylvester on February 8th, 2017

 

 Condo living is a fantastic choice for many people, in many different stages of life. For young people who want out of renting and are entering the world of home ownership, it’s a great option! And, on the other end of the spectrum, it is ideal for empty nesters who want to downsize and keep a “home-base” close to the family while they travel. No matter what the reason, condominium ownership could be the right choice for you.

 When buying a condominium, there are many different factors that need to be considered. Firstly, you need to acknowledge the fact that you are not only buying the condo, but you are also buying into a condominium corporation. Condo buildings and complexes are all run and maintained by a “condo board.” Typically, board…

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