Spring is one of the busiest and most exciting times in the real estate market, and in Edmonton and surrounding communities, buyer activity typically picks up quickly as the weather warms. If you’re considering selling your home this spring, preparing your property ahead of time can help you attract more buyers, generate stronger offers, and potentially sell faster.

Here are five simple tips to help get your home market-ready as the spring market approaches. 

1. Declutter and Deep Clean ????

One of the most effective ways to make your home feel more spacious and inviting is to declutter. Remove excess items from countertops, shelves, and closets to help buyers visualize themselves living in the space.

Once the clutter is gone, a thorough…

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As interest rates stabilize and the Bank of Canada holds steady, another important factor is quietly shaping the Alberta housing market: mortgage qualification rules.

In 2026, adjustments to Canada’s mortgage stress test and evolving lender qualification policies could significantly impact buying power — especially here in Edmonton, where affordability remains one of our strongest advantages.

If you’re buying or selling in Edmonton this year, here’s what you need to know.

What Is the Mortgage Stress Test?

Canada’s mortgage stress test requires buyers to qualify at either:

  • The contract mortgage rate plus 2%, or

  • A minimum qualifying rate set by regulators

Whichever is higher.

This rule was designed to ensure…

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Last week, the Bank of Canada has announced that it will hold the key interest rate, keeping the prime rate at 4.45%. For homeowners with variable-rate mortgages in Edmonton and surrounding areas, this means no change to mortgage payments — a welcome pause for local families and investors.

Here’s a breakdown of what the Bank’s latest announcement means for the Alberta economy, the Edmonton housing market, and your real estate decisions.

Interest Rates: Stability for Alberta Homeowners

By holding the policy rate steady, the Bank of Canada signaled that current borrowing costs remain appropriate for today's economic conditions. For Edmonton residents:

  • Variable-rate mortgage payments remain unchanged

  • Fixed mortgage rates are…

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