As Canada’s real estate market enters a new phase, Edmonton is quietly emerging as one of the country’s most stable and investable cities. Here’s what investors need to understand about Edmonton’s real estate outlook heading into 2026.

Keaton Kirkwood - Canadian Investor-Focused Mortgage Broker By Wayne Hillier, Real Estate Investing Masters January 14, 2026 | Edmonton, Alberta For many first-time real estate investors, buying a rental property feels exciting right up until the financing conversation begins. That’s usually where uncertainty creeps in. The rules seem different, the numbers don’t line up the way you expect, and suddenly the confidence you had in the deal starts to fade. In 2026, the fundament

Many investors avoid condo townhouses because they fear special assessments and rising condo fees. The truth is, condos aren’t as risky as most people think — if you know how to read the financials, review reserve fund studies, and understand how well the condo board is managing the property. In this article, Wayne Hillier explains why condo townhouses can actually be one of the safest, most predictable investments for real estate investors in Alberta.