Kristen Edmunds Real Estate Blog

Sales Dropped 16% But Prices Didn't. Here's Why That's Not a Contradiction

Kristen Edmunds

Published on: 08/09/2026

Calgary sales fell about 16% year over year, but benchmark prices held essentially flat. Here's why volume and price are two different measures.

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"The Market's Slowing, Let's Wait" — Why I Told My Buyers the Opposite This Month

Kristen Edmunds

Published on: 20/08/2026

When headlines say "slowdown," many buyers pause. Sometimes the data says the opposite. Here's how to separate market headlines from your actual situation.

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Calgary Sales "Dropped" 9% — But Listings Fell Faster. Here's What That Actually Means for Acreage Buyers

Kristen Edmunds

Published on: 17/08/2026

Calgary July 2026 sales down 9%, but new listings fell 15% — the market didn't tip. Here's what the real numbers mean for acreage buyers this fall.

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Balanced Market = Buyer's Advantage? 👇 Tell Me If You Think Now's a Smarter Time to Buy or Wait

Kristen Edmunds

Published on: 14/08/2026

Calgary shifted to a balanced market. Buy now for the advantage, or wait for more softening? Both have a real case. Here's how to think about your side.

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