Greatest Boom Ever

If you’re planning to build a new home, experts are warning you have a narrow window – and when it closes, the wait times and the price tags will be unlike anything Australians have seen.       Read more: https://tinyurl.com/55ebzkxy     

A new report says Alberta’s energy sector is still in a good position to grow, even though global oil markets remain unpredictable.       Read more: https://tinyurl.com/2evw74du  

The Edmonton city council voted to pass a proposal to increase building heights in special zones in Rossdale Monday.       Read more: https://tinyurl.com/3xj3z9pa     

A 13-year quest to fund billions of tax dollars to fix crumbling assets in the wake of dwindled provincial funding got a boost Tuesday.       Read more: https://tinyurl.com/bdzh 655m     

Edmonton city council has passed a rezoning that could see new development near the site of Pacific Mall in the city’s Chinatown.        Read more: https://tinyurl.com/mwtnar65  

Mayor Morgan Nagel is asking Cochrane council to explore ways to speed up approvals for commercial and industrial development in an effort to support economic growth and job creation.       Read more: https://tinyurl.com/cud7x3jm        

After several years of a lean and pricey housing market that largely favored sellers, buyers are finally regaining leverage and pulling the market back into balance.       Read more: https://tinyurl.com/5n7anw3y     

Medicine Hat city councillors will not be sending provincial leaders a letter of opposition to coal mining projects in the eastern slopes of the Rocky Mountains after a motion brought forward by Coun. Bill Cocks was put to bed before it had the opportunity to get discussed publicly.       Read more: https://tinyurl.com/ym63dbk9  

        Alberta's real estate market offers compelling opportunities for investors willing to look beyond traditional Canadian hotspots. With no land transfer tax, affordable entry points compared to Toronto or Vancouver, and a resource-backed economy, the province deserves serious consideration . Here's where to focus your attention.       1. Calgary   Alberta's largest city leads with diversified economic growth, population influx, and a balanced market. Neighborhoods like Beltline and Bridgeland offer strong rental demand from young professionals, while suburban areas provide cash-flow opportunities.       2. Edmonton   The capital city combines government stability with a growing tech sector. Whyte Avenue and Oliver districts attract students and young workers, creating consistent rental demand. Edmonton offers lower entry prices than Calgary with comparable appreciation potential.       3. Airdrie   Th...