This and That July

Having real estate within easy access to transportation (LRT, transit, major road and highway connectors) generally adds value.

As the old adage goes ‘location, location, location’.

We aren't just talking about a pretty view or schools nearby, we’re talking about access. Condos near LRTs do better when the condo owner/renter/buyer is keen to using public transportation; its a perk to be near LRT. Read More Here

Here is a great way to stand out in a crowded market Jump

What about Edmonton's image? Is it good, bad, ugly? THIS article looks into it and then go HERE for the citizen's take.

Why is it always about potholes?????

A simple way to increase your real estate returns.

Don R. Campbell did an interview with CHED news recently on the long-term effect of transportation on real estate values. Properties near hubs of transportation i.e. sky train stations, LRT stations or subway stations see a larger increase in values (10-20% more) to other comparable properties. Seems like clear directions on where to invest for the best R.O.I.

There is a lot of other good information why real estate is the best long-term investment for wealth building.

Transportation Is Key People!

The Edmonton Transportation Effect a report released by Don R. Campbell shows how real estate price increases due to proximity to transportation can be applied to Edmonton.



The results show that homes near new extensions of the LRT and Anthony Henday Drive could see prices rise by 10 to 20 per cent above the Edmonton average over the next three to five years

"When people look for a property to purchase, be it their primary residence or an investment property, they take into consideration affordability, commute times and commute costs," Don R. Campbell President of REIN, author and real estate researcher

Mr. Campbell expects areas like Parkallen, Twin Brooks, Ermineskin, Belgravia, McKernanand Sky Rattler all in Edmonton's South side to see the biggest impact.
Wayne Mandryk, Edmonton's manager of transit projects, confirms that the LRT will likely have a positive effect on adjacent property values.

"Generally speaking research shows that land near transit stations rises in value," he said. "Certainly anyone looking to rent or sell will advertise the fact that it's located close to public transit."

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