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Tips For Selling Your Home Fast and For Top Dollar

Get the most out of the sale of your home with these top tips.

Tip 1: Determine Your Reason for Selling 

Your motives to sell play a crucial role in the overall selling process. Not only will they affect pricing, but they’ll also impact the time and money needed to prepare your home for listing, how you vet and negotiate with buyers, and much more. For instance, you need to consider which is more important: the money you walk away with or how long your home sits on the market. If you’re hoping for a quick sale, the amount you get for your home may come secondary. Conversely, if maximizing profit is your goal, the process may be longer.

Keep in mind it’s important not to disclose your motivations to the buyer. Sharing too much information,…

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Edmonton Community Spotlight: Bonnie Doon in Southeast Central Edmonton

Welcome to beautiful Bonnie Doon, an established community located in central Southeast Edmonton, next to the Mill Creek Ravine and North Saskatchewan River Valley. First annexed by the City of Strathcona in 1907, Bonnie Doon didn’t become a part of Edmonton until 1912, when the two cities amalgamated.

While several homes were constructed along the ravine and river valley before the Second World War, most of Bonnie Doon’s residential development occurred in the 1950s. With the discovery of oil in the neighbouring county of Leduc, Edmonton’s population exploded, leading to the rapid expansion of many popular communities, including Bonnie Doon.

Did you know? Bonnie Doon was named in honour of Alberta’s first Premier Alexander Rutherford (also a…

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Luxury Living in Edmonton: Brookside

Brookside’s mature trees and scenic location alongside the Whitemud Creek Ravine and North Saskatchewan River Valley make it one of the most beautiful neighbourhoods in Edmonton. Peaceful and semi-secluded, Brookside is known for its luxury homes, ultra-large lots and laid-back atmosphere. Residents of this high-end community also enjoy having many of Southwest Edmonton’s best amenities within arm’s reach, including popular shops and services, schools and major arterial roads.

The name “Brookside” refers to its location along Whitemud Creek. (Source: City of Edmonton)

 Brookside Community Profile, Price Range and Housing Stock 

Brookside consists predominantly single-family homes, making up more than 80% of the available real estate…

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Edmonton Community Spotlight: Bulyea Heights in Southwest Edmonton

Welcome to beautiful Bulyea Heights. Located along the scenic Whitemud Creek Ravine in Southwest Edmonton, Bulyea Heights was first established in 1979, along with the creation of the Riverbend Area Structure Plan. The neighbourhood’s design concept is focused on low-density housing characterized by quiet streets and cul-de-sacs. A perfect all-in-one community to call home, Bulyea Heights features a school, parks, commercial amenities, and a fantastic selection of high-end single-family homes.

Did you know? Bulyea Heights was named after Alberta’s first Lieutenant-Governor, George Hedley Bulyea, who served from 1905 to 1915.

Real Estate and Homes For Sale in Bulyea Heights

Single-family homes account for almost 90% of home styles in…

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How to Avoid Paying Too Much for a Home: Our Top Tips for Home Buyers

Buying a home is one of the most significant investments most of us will ever make. The good news is there are several useful tips and strategies buyers can use to help stretch their budget and avoid overspending. From establishing your wants and needs to choosing the right REALTOR® and negotiating with sellers, here are our top 10 tips for avoiding paying too much when buying a home.

Tip 1: Establish Your Wants and Needs

If you’re trying to save money, it’s important to determine your wants and needs before buying a home. If you don't know what you’re looking for, you’re more likely to make impulsive decisions and spend unnecessary money on your purchase.

Another reason to establish your wants and needs is to avoid expensive renovations and…

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Luxury Living in Edmonton: Westridge

Westridge is an established river valley neighbourhood located in mature West Edmonton. It is also considered one of Edmonton’s perfect all-in-one communities, defined by mature trees, open green spaces, convenient commuter roads, and ultra-popular amenities.

And a great location is just the start.

Thanks to the area’s vast offering of high-end single-family homes, Westridge remains one of the most highly sought-after neighbourhoods in the entire capital region.

Community Profile 

Striking the perfect balance between semi-seclusion and easy accessibility, Westridge is bounded by 170th Street to the west, Whitemud Drive to the north, the North Saskatchewan River Valley to the east/southeast and Wolf Willow Road to the south. The…

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Edmonton Community Spotlight: Belle Rive and Mayliewan

Welcome to beautiful Belle Rive and majestic Mayliewan: two highly sought-after neighbourhoods located side by side in Northeast Edmonton’s popular Lake District. Developed with active families in mind, both communities are unique in that their design allows residents to enjoy access to the area’s many stormwater lakes via a network of walking paths and bike trails.

Known for their broad selection of detached, single-family properties and proximity to countless amenities, these two all-in-one communities have first-time buyers and growing families eager to call Northeast Edmonton home.

Did you know? Like all other communities in Edmonton’s Lake District, Belle Rive and Mayliewan were named after lake descriptions: Belle Rive, meaning…

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Edmonton Community Spotlight: Granville in West Edmonton

Granville is a new neighbourhood located in amenity-friendly West Edmonton. Established in the early 2000s, this modern community offers buyers an abundance of Craftsman-inspired new homes spanning several styles, including spacious single-family homes, duplexes and low-maintenance townhomes and apartments. In addition, residents of Granville enjoy having trendy shops, services, schools and restaurants within arm’s reach as well as easy accessibility to Whitemud Drive, Stony Plain Road and the West Anthony Henday. 

Did you know? Granville was awarded a finalist in the 2014 Awards of Excellence by the Edmonton Home Builders’ Association due to its exceptional development standards. 

Real Estate and Homes For Sale in Granville

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6 Valuable Ideas for Getting the Most Out of Your Home’s Sale

The “secret” to making top dollar when you sell your home isn’t really a secret at all. All you need to do is consider a few well-placed investments of time and a little money that will both increase the price of your home and the time in which it sold.  

The following ideas will show you how even minor home improvements can substantially boost the value and marketability of your home. This is crucial before listing your home on the market, as the failure to make beneficial changes can leave you at a disadvantage when buyers compare your home to the competition.

1. It’s the Little Things 

Unless your home is in perfect condition or you’re selling it as a “fixer-upper,” there are likely a few repair or renovation projects to consider. These…

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Community Spotlight: Brookside in Southwest Edmonton

Brookside is an affluent neighbourhood located in scenic Southwest Edmonton. Bounded by Whitemud Drive to the south and west, the North Saskatchewan River Valley to the north and the Whitemud Creek Ravine to the east, Brookside strikes the perfect balance between accessibility and peaceful riverside views. Brookside boasts meticulously maintained homes on large lots and proximity to some of Edmonton’s most popular amenities, including Snow Valley and Fort Edmonton Park.

Did you know? Brookside’s name is a reference to its location along Whitemud Creek.

Real Estate and Homes for Sale in Brookside

Single-family homes account for over 80% of real estate opportunities in Brookside. Nearly all residences in the area were built between the…

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