Historically, real estate has always been a rising commodity. A second home to rent out, a duplex, or small apartment building can all be great opportunities to generate financial freedom for yourself and your family, if you understand the financial commitments involved and the
maintenance required to keep a property's value at a peak level.

Investing in real estate is different than owning your own home. If you're becoming a landlord and renting out your investment property, for example, you'll have to understand the legal obligations of the landlord/tenant relationship. And when you search for an investment property, you'll need to be able to assess which property is likely to have the best Return On Investment.


I can help you understand:

  • The legalities involved in owning an investment property.
  • The market analysis for each property you are considering.
  • Tips for realizing the greatest long and short term gain on your investment.
  • Answers to any other question you might have!


Solid reasons for investing in real estate.

Stocks are not for the faint at heart. It takes a great deal of stamina to survive the roller-coaster ups and downs of an investment that is heavily dependent upon economics.

What about real estate? Has it done better than the stock market? Let us take a look at Bill and Marsha, who each have received a $10,000 inheritance. They are not sure where to invest their proceeds.

Conservative Bill invests his $10,000 in the stock market. With interest in the Internet still growing, he puts it into a S&P 500 index fund.

A renter, and inexperienced in the stock market, Marsha uses her $10,000 as a down payment on an $80,000 condominium. Fast forward – 12 years. Who did better on their investment?

Bill’s return 
Since 1990, the S&P 500 more than tripled. From his initial investment of $10,000, Bill made about $22,000, pre-tax. During the same period, the value of the S&P 500 quadrupled, so Bill's gain was roughly $30,000, pre-tax.

Marsha – reaping the benefits of home ownership 
What about Marsha? During the same period, home values increased roughly 4 percent per year nationally. At that rate, Marsha’s $80,000 condominium is now worth about $126,000. If she sold it, her profit would be about $46,000, tax-free.

On average, most Canadians invest and earn more in their homes than they invest and earn from their savings accounts, stocks, bonds and other investments. Gordon Pape, recognized Canadian author and financial advisor, suggests that home equity remains a cornerstone of most families’ wealth.

Real estate is a solid, familiar investment.   In addition, there are several other solid reasons for investing in real estate:

Forced savings. Contributing towards a mortgage automatically forces a family to save. Rather than paying rent, these monthly payments contribute to future security.

Appreciation. By nature of the demand and supply, home prices rise. According to the Edmonton Real Estate Board, a home purchased in January 1997 for $123,530 now sells for $167,000.

Tax-free profits. When your home is your principal residence, and you sell it, you will not pay tax on any of the profits. This is one of the last and greatest advantages for building wealth left in Canada.

Equity build-up. Your home will naturally rise in price, according to the market. In addition, you will be contributing to the reduction of your mortgage. The difference between what is outstanding on your mortgage and what your home is valued at, is your earned equity. Your equity is a valuable commodity that can be used to obtain additional financing, obtain a second mortgage, or move-up to a larger home.

Real estate has long been recognized as an inflation-resistant investment, providing homeowners with a tangible incentive to save. Buying your own home, or investing in one, is widely accepted as one of the soundest financial commitments you can make.

For Investors

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Photo of Listing #E4377749
Courtesy Of Cathy Cookson Of RE/MAX Excellence

Nw, Edmonton

$199,900 - 3 Beds, 2 Baths, 1,219 Sf

MLS® # E4377749

Photo of Listing #E4377495
Courtesy Of Brad Williamson Of Royal Lepage Arteam Realty

13029 102 Street Nw Nw, Edmonton

$274,900 - 4 Beds, 2 Baths, 980 Sf

MLS® # E4377495

Photo of Listing #E4377236
Courtesy Of Angela Krause and Renee Brown Of MaxWell Devonshire Realty

# 7 6520 2 Avenue Sw, Edmonton

$218,900 - 2 Beds, 1 Baths, 909 Sf

MLS® # E4377236

Photo of Listing #E4376881
Courtesy Of Madeline Sarafinchan Of Jayman Realty (Edm.) Inc

4731 25 Avenue Nw, Edmonton

$289,900 - 2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1,079 Sf

MLS® # E4376881

Photo of Listing #E4376631
Courtesy Of Ryan Gillen Of Lux Real Estate Inc

10818 173 Avenue Nw, Edmonton

$229,000 - 3 Beds, 1 Baths, 841 Sf

MLS® # E4376631

Photo of Listing #E4376544
Courtesy Of Renee Brown and Angela Krause Of MaxWell Devonshire Realty

13895 114 Street Nw, Edmonton

$212,000 - 4 Beds, 3 Baths, 1,074 Sf

MLS® # E4376544

Photo of Listing #E4376490
Courtesy Of Darcy Joubert Of Royal LePage Noralta Real Estate

10212 155 Street Nw, Edmonton

$299,900 - 5 Beds, 3 Baths, 984 Sf

MLS® # E4376490

Photo of Listing #E4376035
Courtesy Of Loida Lumanlan and Edge Grabador Of RE/MAX River City

# 98 2021 Grantham Court Nw, Edmonton

$284,900 - 2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1,230 Sf

MLS® # E4376035

Photo of Listing #E4375739
Courtesy Of Stan Gallant and Stanley Gallant Of Royal LePage Noralta Real Estate

9120 Connors Road Nw, Edmonton

$297,900 - 3 Beds, 2 Baths, 1,185 Sf

MLS® # E4375739

Photo of Listing #E4375494
Courtesy Of Jodie Allen Of NOW Real Estate Group

# 4 1128 156 Street Nw, Edmonton

$299,900 - 3 Beds, 2 Baths, 1,221 Sf

MLS® # E4375494

Photo of Listing #E4375471
Courtesy Of George Van De Walle Of RE/MAX Professionals

5905 90a Avenue Nw, Edmonton

$235,000 - 3 Beds, 2 Baths, 943 Sf

MLS® # E4375471

Photo of Listing #E4375347
Courtesy Of Vincent Hiew Of Maximum Realty Inc.

13435 101 Street Nw, Edmonton

$239,800 - 3 Beds, 1 Baths, 1,008 Sf

MLS® # E4375347

Listing information last updated on March 19th, 2024 at 8:01am MDT.