My Tips For Finding the Best Home Listings in Edmonton
It’s a brand new year which means plenty of people are looking for a fresh start, including a brand new home! Prices for new listings in Edmonton continue to decrease, making it a great time to start looking at houses.
In the last 28 days alone, 853 new listings have made their way onto the Edmonton housing market. That means 853 more homes for you to consider in your search!
If you’re looking to buy a home in Edmonton in the new year, these tips can help make finding the best home in Edmonton that much easier. So let’s make this goal a reality!
1. Check Online Real Estate Platforms
One of the places most people start is by searching online listings. For example, if you’re looking to buy a home in Edmonton, a great place to start is REALTOR.CA or by checking out my current listings.
When looking at online listings, look beyond the photos and see the whole picture. How long has it been on the market? How old are the appliances? Does the roof need repairs? What about other major renovations?
Red flags are everywhere when looking at homes, and you need to learn how to identify them….or you can trust me to sniff them out for you as well by using my experience and keen eyes.
Homeowners just getting started in their search will quickly realize that there is a lot of choice out there, and it can be challenging to get the whole picture online. Most websites also won’t be able to include all the different listings in an area.
Working with a REALTOR® can help you narrow your search and avoid any homes with immediate red flags! While you work or spend time on what’s more important, the REALTOR® will search for you.
2. Know Your Budget
One of the quickest ways to avoid wasting your time in a search is knowing what you can afford upfront.
Before you begin your search, determine how you will finance the home. This means looking for mortgage pre-approval first. Speaking to an experienced mortgage broker can get you that pre-approval and ensure that the financing process is as smooth as possible. Need a few referrals?…let me know!
Once you have a number in mind, you can look at homes only within your budget. Filter out anything else that you can’t afford!
3. Research Neighbourhoods
Another quick way to sort through new listings in Edmonton is by narrowing your search to specific neighbourhoods. Edmonton has plenty of excellent communities, but not all will be a perfect match for everyone.
For example, a young and growing family might like a quieter neighbourhood with plenty of schools and daycare options like The Hamptons or Windermere.
Meanwhile, a young professional might prefer to be close to their commute to work and in a vibrant neighbourhood like Central McDougall or Strathcona.
4. Find an Experienced Real Estate Agent
Sifting through homes online for a gem takes a lot of work. Half the time, the house doesn’t look like it did online! You can save yourself time, effort, and disappointment by working with an experienced realtor.
After meeting with a REALTOR® and telling them your must-haves list, they can narrow the search and do the heavy lifting for you. As a result, you’ll be able to find more properties, even some that may not be listed yet.
While searching, they’ll help pinpoint those red flags and ensure that the house you’re looking at really will be a good fit.
And when you do find that dream home, a REALTOR® will ensure you’re able to nab it and close the deal when the time comes.
Contact Jeneen Today!
Whether you’re just beginning your search to buy a home in Edmonton or have been in the trenches for a while, I can help you narrow down and speed up the process.
As one of Edmonton’s top REALTORS®, I want to help you find your new dream property. Contact Jeneen by phone at (780) 904-4240 or via email at jeneens@remax.net.