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Working with a Realtor in a Hot Market

April 29, 2024

Today, my friend Cole Grekul, an Edmonton realtor, and I discuss tips on buying a home in the hot spring market, and why working with a realtor is crucial for getting the best deal on a property. Strategies for Success The market is highly competitive this year, even before the…

Secord: Advantages for New Buyers

Jason Scott

April 22, 2024

Purchasing a new home

Today I’m joined again by my friend Cole Grekul, a trusted realtor with MaxWell Progressive! Cole and I delve into the advantages of the lovely neighbourhood of Secord in West Edmonton and who should consider buying a home there. Affordable Homes in West Edmonton Secord is a huge family-friendly neighbourhood…

Federal Gov’t Bringing Back 30 Year Mortgages

Jason Scott

April 18, 2024

Mortgages

Edmonton first-time home buyers will soon be able to qualify for a larger mortgage and a more expensive, newly built home. This is a step in the right direction for more affordable housing, especially in Edmonton. I sat down with Min and Jessica on CBC Radio Active to talk about…

Buying a New Vs. Old Home in Edmonton

Jason Scott

April 15, 2024

Purchasing a new home

Today I’m joined by my friend Cole Grekul, a trusted realtor with MaxWell Progressive! Cole and I discuss the advantages and disadvantages of buying a new-built home versus a pre-owned one in Edmonton. Understanding the local market and working with knowledgeable agents to make informed decisions is pivotal in making…

Negotiating in Edmonton’s Hot Real Estate Market

Jason Scott

April 9, 2024

Purchasing a new home

I’m joined again by Travis Ball, a trusted realtor with Blackmore Real Estate! Travis and I discuss the current dynamics of Edmonton’s vibrant real estate market and tips for negotiating in a hot market. Edmonton’s Dynamic Market Edmonton’s market is exceptionally active, with a significant increase in average sale prices,…

Short Term vs. Long Term Rentals in Edmonton

Jason Scott

April 1, 2024

Investment Properties

Once again, I’m joined by Travis Ball, a trusted realtor with Blackmore Real Estate! Travis and I have tips for homeowners with income properties as we debate the pros and cons of short-term and long-term rentals in Edmonton. There are pros and cons to both approaches. Short Term Rentals Short-term rentals…

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Changes to Alberta’s Land Transfer Fees Explained

Jason Scott

March 25, 2024

Mortgages, Purchasing a new home

Travis Ball and I explain the changes to Alberta’s land transfer tax. A spoiler: we’re still the cheapest in the country. Once again I’m joined by Travis Ball, a trusted and reliable realtor with Blackmore Real Estate! Let’s break down the Alberta land transfer fee. There have been some changes—our…

Why Buy a Home in the Highlands Neighbourhood?

Jason Scott

March 18, 2024

Mortgages, Purchasing a new home

Want to know more about the Highlands neighbourhood in Edmonton? Travis Ball and I discuss the housing marketing here, and what the great features of this neighbourhood are! Travis Ball is a trusted and reliable realtor with Blackmore Real Estate, so he’s a great resource to introduce us to the…

First Mortgage vs Second Mortgage Explained

Jason Scott

March 11, 2024

Mortgage Refinance, Mortgages

What’s a “second mortgage”? Let me explain a first mortgage vs a second mortgage! First mortgage vs second mortgages—what does that mean? These terms refer to the order in which the loan or the mortgage is registered on the title of the property. For example, if you buy a house…

What Lenders Want to See After a Consumer Proposal

Jason Scott

March 4, 2024

Debt Reduction, Mortgages

Here’s what lenders want to see after you’ve been in a consumer proposal. Recently I’ve had a couple of different folks who wanted to get mortgages and get pre-approved, but they’ve had consumer proposals. Some had them recently discharged or they were still in the consumer proposal. Most traditional lenders…

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Working with a Realtor in a Hot Market

Secord: Advantages for New Buyers

Federal Gov’t Bringing Back 30 Year Mortgages

Buying a New Vs. Old Home in Edmonton

Negotiating in Edmonton’s Hot Real Estate Market

Short Term vs. Long Term Rentals in Edmonton

Changes to Alberta’s Land Transfer Fees Explained

Why Buy a Home in the Highlands Neighbourhood?

First Mortgage vs Second Mortgage Explained

What Lenders Want to See After a Consumer Proposal

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