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Alberta Home Insurance Rose 11.9%, the Steepest in Canada
Alberta home insurance rates rose 11.9% year over year in Q2 2026, the steepest increase of any province. Here is what the Applied Rating Index means for Edmonton homeowners.
CMHC Cuts Its 2026 Housing Forecast: The Edmonton Read
CMHC's July 2026 mid-year update reverses course, forecasting national home sales, prices, and housing starts to all fall in 2026. Here is the Edmonton read.
Canada's Inflation Cooled to 2.8% in June 2026: The Edmonton Read
Canada's annual inflation rate eased to 2.8% in June 2026 from 3.2% in May, keeping the Bank of Canada on hold at 2.25%. What the print signals for Edmonton buyers, renewers, and mortgage costs.
Edmonton Rents Fell 4.1% in June 2026 as Home Prices Firmed
Edmonton's average asking rent fell 4.1% year over year to $1,508 in June 2026, even as the resale market firmed. What the Rentals.ca and Urbanation report means for renters, buyers, and landlords.
CFB Edmonton Unveils Its First Net-Zero-Ready Military Apartments
Ottawa unveiled 36 net-zero-ready apartments at CFB Edmonton on July 14, 2026, the first of about 1,100 new military homes planned for the north Edmonton area.
Canada's Housing Starts Fell 6% in June 2026: The Edmonton Read
CMHC reported Canada's June 2026 housing starts fell about 6% from May to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 238,971 units. Here is what the national construction slowdown means for Edmonton, where resale listings have actually been rising.
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Market Updates
Real estate market trends, statistics, and analysis
New US Tariffs on Canadian Building Materials: The Edmonton Read
The new US Section 338 tariffs cover Canadian building materials, but the duty is paid at the US border. Here is the honest read on what they actually mean for Edmonton building and renovation costs.
CMHC Cuts Its 2026 Housing Forecast: The Edmonton Read
CMHC's July 2026 mid-year update reverses course, forecasting national home sales, prices, and housing starts to all fall in 2026. Here is the Edmonton read.
Edmonton Rents Fell 4.1% in June 2026 as Home Prices Firmed
Edmonton's average asking rent fell 4.1% year over year to $1,508 in June 2026, even as the resale market firmed. What the Rentals.ca and Urbanation report means for renters, buyers, and landlords.
Buying Guides
Tips and guides for home buyers
Working With a Buyer's Agent in Alberta: How Representation Works
In Alberta, a buyer's agent must sign a written agreement before showing you homes, and the seller usually pays their commission. Here is how buyer representation works, what you sign, and what you owe.
Closing and Possession Day When Buying a Home in Alberta
Closing and possession day in Alberta is when your lawyer moves the money, registers title, and hands you the keys. Here is the full process, the fees, and where deals stall.
Deposits and Earnest Money When Buying a Home in Alberta
A deposit, or earnest money, backs up your offer and becomes part of your down payment. Here is how much to put down in Alberta, who holds it, and when your money is at risk.
Selling Tips
Strategies and advice for home sellers
What Actually Determines Your Home's Value
Location, size, condition, and the market set most of your home's value. Here is how each factor moves your price, anchored to real Edmonton sale data.
City Assessment vs Market Value in Edmonton: Why They Differ
Your City of Edmonton assessment and your home's real sale price are two different numbers. Here is why assessed value and market value differ, and which one to use when you sell.
Home Appraisal vs CMA: What Actually Sets Your Price
A CMA sets your Edmonton list price; a home appraisal protects the lender's loan. Here is how each number is made, who pays, and when each one controls your sale.
Neighbourhood Spotlights
In-depth profiles of local neighbourhoods and communities
How Far Is It to Edmonton? Driving Distances and Commute Times
Confirmed driving distances to Edmonton from nearby towns, the commute pressure points on the Henday and Yellowhead, and what crossing the city limits saves you against the $472,587 median.
Moving to Edmonton from Calgary: A Tale of Two Alberta Cities
Edmonton's median home sells for $218,003 less than Calgary's. Here is the real cost-of-living, price, and jobs comparison for Calgarians weighing the move north.
Moving to Edmonton from Vancouver: What You Gain and Trade Off
Edmonton's median home sells for $472,587 versus a $1,165,300 Vancouver benchmark. Here is what you gain and trade off on a BC-to-Alberta move, from taxes to job market.
Mortgage & Finance
Mortgage rates, financing options, and financial advice
Alberta Home Insurance Rose 11.9%, the Steepest in Canada
Alberta home insurance rates rose 11.9% year over year in Q2 2026, the steepest increase of any province. Here is what the Applied Rating Index means for Edmonton homeowners.
Canada's Inflation Cooled to 2.8% in June 2026: The Edmonton Read
Canada's annual inflation rate eased to 2.8% in June 2026 from 3.2% in May, keeping the Bank of Canada on hold at 2.25%. What the print signals for Edmonton buyers, renewers, and mortgage costs.
Mortgage Pre-Approval in Edmonton: A Step-by-Step Guide
A pre-approval gives you a real maximum and a held rate before you tour homes. Here is how to get pre-approved in Edmonton, what documents you need, and what pre-approval does and does not promise.
Home Improvement
Renovation tips, DIY projects, and home maintenance
Renovations That Add the Most Value in Edmonton
Which renovations actually pay you back in Edmonton? We rank the highest-ROI upgrades against real local sale prices, cover basement permit rules, and list the active 2026 grants that cut your cost.
Sustainable Living in Edmonton: Solar, Blatchford, and Green Building
Edmonton gets 2,345 hours of sunshine per year. Blatchford is Canada's largest sustainable community. Here is what green living looks like here.
Edmonton Infill and Modern Architecture: What Is Changing the Streetscape
Edmonton's RS zoning allows up to 8 units on a standard interior lot. A February 2026 motion to cut that to 6 failed 8-4. Here is what that means for neighbourhoods, builders, and buyers.
Local Events
Community events, festivals, and local news
Edmonton Summer Camps 2026: Programs for Kids Still Open
It's late May 2026. City of Edmonton camps, Fort Edmonton Park, YMCA, TELUS World of Science, and specialty programs still have spots available. Here is what to book now, what is already sold out, and how to get 75% off.
RV Parks and Campgrounds Near Edmonton (2026 Guide)
Full hookup sites from $52/night within 35 minutes of Edmonton. Rates, season dates, and reservation tips for 2026.
Best Yoga Studios in Edmonton (2026)
Hot yoga, vinyasa, restorative, and therapeutic classes across Edmonton. Seven studios verified open in 2026, reviewed by neighbourhood.
Investment
Real estate investment strategies and opportunities
How to Find a Positive Cash Flow Rental in Edmonton
A positive cash flow rental pays you every month after every cost is covered. Here is how to find one in Edmonton, with real MLS prices, CMHC rent data, and a full worked example.
Financing a Rental Property in Canada: Down Payment and Rules
Rental properties in Canada require at least 20% down. Here are the federal financing rules, the stress test, and a worked Edmonton example using current MLS prices.
Secondary Suites and Garden Suites in Edmonton: Rules and ROI
A legal secondary suite can turn an Edmonton home into an income property. Here are the permits, building code rules, financing programs, and the real ROI numbers.
First-Time Buyers
Resources and guides specifically for first-time home buyers
The GST New Housing Rebate: What First-Time Buyers Should Know
The First-Time Home Buyers' GST rebate returns up to $50,000 on new homes in Canada. Here is who qualifies, how to claim it, and where Edmonton prices land against the thresholds.
Closing Costs for First-Time Buyers in Edmonton
Closing costs in Edmonton run 1.5% to 4% of the purchase price, roughly $7,100 to $11,800 on the median home. Here is every line item, plus why Alberta's lack of a land transfer tax keeps your costs low.
How Much Down Payment Do You Need in Canada?
The minimum down payment in Canada starts at 5%, but the exact amount depends on the home price. Here are the rules, the CMHC insurance costs, and what 5% looks like on a real Edmonton home.
Luxury & Estate
Luxury properties, estate living, and high-end market trends
Edmonton Luxury Condos and High-Rise Living: What You Get at Each Price Point
561 active Edmonton condos priced above $500K. River valley suites from The Clifton to Oliver towers. What each price tier actually buys you.
Gated Communities in Edmonton: What Actually Exists
Edmonton has two true gated estate communities and a handful of controlled-entry compounds. Here is the honest picture.
Edmonton's Most Expensive Neighbourhoods in 2026
Crestwood, Glenora, Westbrook Estates, Parkview, and Windermere are where Edmonton luxury concentrates. Here is what separates them, and what the market looks like right now.
Real Estate Definitions
Plain-language definitions of Canadian real estate terms, with labelled diagrams. What MLS listings actually mean, from garage types to condo parking.
What Is a Market Evaluation? (CMA, Explained)
Market evaluation, home evaluation, CMA, comparative market analysis: same report, different names. What is actually inside one, how sold comparables get adjusted, and when to get yours free.
Bungalow vs Semi-Bungalow: What They Mean in Alberta
Bungalow, semi-bungalow, 1.5 storey: what these terms actually mean on Alberta MLS® listings, and why bungalows often cost more per square foot in Edmonton.
How Homes Are Measured in Alberta: RMS and Square Footage
Alberta licensees must use the Residential Measurement Standard, which counts only above-grade finished space. Why a 1,200 sq ft bungalow with a finished basement is still a 1,200 sq ft home.
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