Kristen Edmunds Real Estate Blog

"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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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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Mortgage Rates at 6%: Should You Wait or Buy Now?

Kristen Edmunds

Published on: 05/06/2026

Canadian mortgage rates are holding around 6%. Here's the actual rate-vs-price math on whether to wait for rates to drop or buy your Calgary home now.

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