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How to find affordable housing in Edmonton: an overview of platforms and agencies? 1 month ago
Guide to finding affordable housing in Edmonton: rental websites, Civida and assistance programs, non-profit organizations, strategy, and protection from scammers.
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What is MLS (Multiple Listing Service) and how do you use it? 1 month ago
Learn what MLS is in Canada, how REALTOR.ca works, what role the system plays in Edmonton, and how to use MLS step by step when buying or selling real estate.
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How to determine the fair market value of housing? 1 month ago
Learn how to determine the fair market value of a home in Edmonton: CMA and MLS data, municipal assessment, online estimates (HonestDoor), professional appraisal, price per sqft, and a step-by-step algorithm.
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What is a pre-sale home inspection, and how is it conducted in Edmonton? 2 weeks ago
Pre-sale home inspection in Edmonton: inspection process, packages and prices, ROI, thermography, radon, HVAC, and seller's legal obligations.
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How to prepare an offer to purchase a home in Edmonton 2 weeks ago
How to prepare an Offer to Purchase in Edmonton: price, deposit, inclusions/exclusions, due diligence, financing and inspection conditions, closing with a lawyer.
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What to do if there are several offers for a property (bidding war)? 2 weeks ago
Bidding wars in Edmonton in 2025–2026: how buyers should act according to RECA rules, prepare a clean offer, deposit, and financing, take into account the appraisal gap, apply an escalation clause or bully offer, check the RPR, municipal compliance, and perform due diligence.
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What conditions must be included in a purchase agreement? 2 weeks ago
Standard AREA contract in Edmonton: difference between terms and conditions, deposits and trust, fixtures/chattels, key conditions (financing, inspection, sale of housing), RPR and municipal compliance, title insurance, Dower Act, and closing features in the Torrens system.
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How is a home inspection conducted prior to purchase? 2 weeks ago
Home inspection in Edmonton: how the inspection is conducted, what is included in the report, thermal imaging and radon, typical foundation/roof/drainage issues, and how to use the results in negotiations.
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What is closing a deal, and what stages does it involve? 2 weeks ago
A detailed guide to closing a real estate deal in Edmonton (Alberta): stages, roles of lawyers and lenders, Statement of Adjustments, taxes, RPR vs Title Insurance, LTO/ARLO, Dower Act, condo estopel, delays, and new construction (GST).
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Is it necessary to take out home insurance when buying a property? 1 week ago
Find out whether you need to take out home insurance when buying real estate in Canada, when it is mandatory, and what risks it covers.