The Edmonton rental market has officially entered the slow winter season. Fewer renters are searching and supply is climbing fast — but this is no time to panic. Investors who stay disciplined and follow the 5% Rule™ will be well-positioned when the market rebounds in spring.

Should Canadian real estate investors refinance their rental properties to reinvest equity, or pay off the mortgage for long-term stability? In this article, Wayne Hillier shares his findings on both strategies, explains how to use the cashflow test to stress test your portfolio, and reveals how his bestselling book The 5% Rule™: A Real Estate Cash Flow Test for Canadian Investors has helped hundreds of investors build storm-proof wealth.

Discover how to choose the right property in Edmonton to maximize cash flow. Learn which neighborhoods, property types, and investment strategies work best for building long-term wealth in Alberta’s capital.