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Bond Yields Ticked Up After the Rate Hold: An Edmonton Read
After the Bank of Canada's September hold, Government of Canada bond yields edged up and rate forecasts diverged. Here is what the fall 2026 outlook means for Edmonton fixed mortgage rates and renewers.
Canada Shed 42,000 Jobs in August 2026: The Edmonton Read
Canada lost 42,000 jobs in August 2026 and wage growth slowed to its weakest since 2017. Alberta employment eased 0.3 percent even as its jobless rate fell to 6.8 percent. Here is the Edmonton read.
Edmonton Has Alberta's Lowest Share of Homes in Flood Zones
New Statistics Canada data shows 0.8% of Edmonton homes, or 3,775 properties, sat in high flood hazard areas as of 2022, the lowest share of any Alberta region studied.
Edmonton Home Sales Fell 9.8% in August 2026 as Prices Cooled
Greater Edmonton home sales fell 9.8% year over year in August 2026 as inventory climbed 15.1% and the MLS HPI benchmark price slipped 0.6%, its first annual decline this cycle.
Canada's Counter-Tariffs and Edmonton Building Costs
Canada published counter-tariffs on about $27.6 billion of US goods on August 25, 2026, taking effect September 8. The list hits US-made steel doors, windows, scaffolding, and fasteners at 50%, a direct cost layer for the Edmonton builds and renovations that use them.
Edmonton Council Rezones Gorman and Clareview for Housing
Edmonton City Council gave final approval on August 17, 2026 to rezone Gorman and Clareview Town Centre for housing. Clareview sits at an operating LRT terminus, while the LRT extension meant to serve Gorman is still unfunded.
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Market Updates
Real estate market trends, statistics, and analysis
Edmonton 2-Bedroom Rent Is $1,570 as Calgary's Drops 6.4%
Statistics Canada's Q2 2026 rent data put a two-bedroom apartment in the Edmonton area at $1,570 a month to advertise and to rent, below the national average and Calgary, and one of only three metro areas where asking rent did not exceed paid rent.
Canada Shed 42,000 Jobs in August 2026: The Edmonton Read
Canada lost 42,000 jobs in August 2026 and wage growth slowed to its weakest since 2017. Alberta employment eased 0.3 percent even as its jobless rate fell to 6.8 percent. Here is the Edmonton read.
Edmonton Has Alberta's Lowest Share of Homes in Flood Zones
New Statistics Canada data shows 0.8% of Edmonton homes, or 3,775 properties, sat in high flood hazard areas as of 2022, the lowest share of any Alberta region studied.
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
Bond Yields Ticked Up After the Rate Hold: An Edmonton Read
After the Bank of Canada's September hold, Government of Canada bond yields edged up and rate forecasts diverged. Here is what the fall 2026 outlook means for Edmonton fixed mortgage rates and renewers.
Canada's Inflation Rose to 3.0% in July 2026: The Edmonton Read
Canada's inflation rose to 3.0% in July 2026, driven almost entirely by gasoline. Excluding gas it held at 2.2% and shelter costs kept cooling. Here is what it means for Edmonton buyers and renewers.
Bond Yields Are Lifting Fixed Mortgage Rates: An Edmonton Read
Canada's 5-year government bond yield rose to 3.34% on August 10, 2026, and fixed mortgage rates follow bond yields, not the Bank of Canada's overnight rate. Here is what that means for Edmonton buyers and owners weighing fixed versus variable.
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: How Registration Works and Planning for 2027
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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