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The Real Estate Market in Red Deer, Lacombe,Blackfalds, and Sylvan Lake

The real estate market in Red Deer, Lacombe, Blackfalds, and Sylvan Lake has been a mix of highs
and lows. These areas have seen a significant increase in the number of properties listed on the
market, with Red Deer leading the way. The sales-to-listings ratio, which is a number that indicates
the balance between supply and demand, has been relatively high in these areas, indicating a seller’s
market.

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HOW IS THE LOCAL MARKET?

Local Real Estate Markets Report: Red Deer, Lacombe, Blackfalds, and Sylvan Lake

Hello, and welcome to our monthly local real estate market analysis. In this post, we will take a close look at the markets of four towns: Red Deer, Lacombe, Blackfalds, and Sylvan Lake. We will discuss the total MLS listings, the most expensive homes sold, the most and least active price ranges, and the number of sales in the past month.

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HOW IS THE LOCAL MARKET?

A Comparative Study of Real Estate Markets in Red Deer, Lacombe, Blackfalds, and Sylvan Lake

Welcome to my blog! My name is Alison Richardson and I’m here to provide you with a detailed analysis of the real estate markets in four distinct locations – Red Deer, Lacombe, Blackfalds, and Sylvan Lake.

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April Market Update

Central Alberta residential MLS sales in March were up 68% compared to February but down 49% to compared to March 2022.  While interest rates and inflationary concerns are contributing to lower sales this year, low inventory levels are also a large factor.  Sales-to-listing ratios in almost every central Alberta market point to balanced or seller’s markets.

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Title Insurance

Title insurance is a type of insurance policy that protects the insured party (usually the property owner or lender) against financial loss due to defects in the title to a property. These defects could include errors or omissions in public records, undisclosed liens, or other issues that could affect the legal ownership of the property.

Title insurance policies are typically issued after a title search has been completed by a qualified professional, such as a title company or real estate attorney. The policy provides protection against any losses or damages that may occur as a result of defects in the title that were not discovered during the search.

Title insurance policies can be purchased by either the buyer or the lender in a real estate transaction, and the cost is typically a one-time fee that is paid at the time of closing. The specific terms and coverage of the policy may vary depending on the type of policy purchased and the jurisdiction in which the property is located.

Title insurance is an important protection for property owners and lenders, as it can help to prevent financial losses and legal disputes that could arise from title defects.

As always, I’m here if you need me for any of your Real Estate needs and I  look forward to working with you!    

Real Property Reports

A Real Property Report (RPR) is a legal document that outlines the physical boundaries and features of a particular piece of property. It is typically prepared by a land surveyor and is used to ensure that a property complies with local zoning bylaws, subdivision regulations, and other applicable laws and regulations.

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March Market Update

The trend continues – Central Alberta residential MLS sales in February were up 24% compared to January while the number of active listings was up 5.3%.  The increase in sales in comparison to listings has pushed many central Alberta markets into balanced or seller’s markets.   The relationship between supply and demand in those markets suggests prices could go higher as we move into the spring market.  Some price inflation isn’t necessarily a bad thing.

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