About this episode of the I Love Edmonton Real Estate Podcast
In this episode, I, Jason Scott talk with David Moriarity, who is a realtor with Century 21. David previously served in the Canadian Armed Forces, and served in Afghanistan. While recuperating from an injury, he decided to start learning about real estate. 7 years later, in 2016, he does between 50-70 transactions per year, which is an incredibly high pace to maintain.
What’s in this episode:
Infill duplex
- If a lot is RF3 zoned, you might consider side-by-side duplexes or front-back duplexes
- Front-back duplexes are surprisingly common in Edmonton. These are duplexes with both front doors facing the street with a garage in the back. The City of Edmonton is supportive.
Construction by the numbers
- Lot prices should be between $200k to $300k
- Construction costs can be between $125 – $200 per sq. foot
- A typical build takes about 7-9 months
Infill development challenges
- Some neighbourhoods are making agreements with their neighbours to stop new developments (tear-downs)
- Neighbouring homeowners can be affected by construction (having to replace a fence and the added noise)
- The look for a neighbourhood can change with some houses not fitting in with the rest. (i.e. Strathearn and Bonnie Doon)
- Waiting for permits can be frustrating
Strathern and Bonnie Doon
Overcoming development challenges
- Realizing that all houses need to be renovated or replaced eventually
- When all the work is done property values increase for everyone
- Including the neighbourhood in the development process. Developers want the houses to look good too
- Realizing that waiting on permits is a good thing as this means the city is cleaning up bad projects
Hot neighbourhoods in Edmonton (2016)
- Whyte Avenue over towards Westmount
- Cheapest neighbourhood would be Eastwood
- In 3 to 5 years Richie, Hazeldean and 109 St should start to see development, as there are a lot of older homes and big lots
What to look for in a realtor
- Get someone on the same page as you
- Someone who you are comfortable with that is knowledgable and experienced
Advice
- A good entrepreneur improves the lives of everyone around them
- Give solid advice upfront to your clients
- Pay attention and deal with things right away, don’t let problems grow
Contact David Moriarity
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- Phone:780-298-2395
- Twitter: @David_Moriarity
- Email: david.moriarity@century21.ca
- Web: http://david-moriarity.c21.ca/
More About the I Love Edmonton Real Estate Podcast
Host Jason Scott of The Mortgage Group talks to everyone and anyone who knows real estate in Edmonton.
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