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2019 2020

VOLUME 8 | ISSUE 6

AVERAGE SALE PRICE

SUMMER MARKET DEFINITIVELY OVER AS SALES AND LISTINGS FALL

SINGLE FAMILY DETACHED

ROW/ TOWNHOUSE

APARTMENT CONDO

Edmonton, AB – September 2, 2025 Activity in the Greater Edmonton Area (GEA) real estate market slowed in August, selling 2,382 units to mark a decrease of 16.7% from July 2025 and 7.8% from August 2024. Although new listings dropped by 10.5% month-over-month, they are still up 11.6% from last year, driving inventory levels 24.6% higher than in August 2024. Average days on market has also begun to increase, taking four days longer on average to sell a property in August 2025. Despite the hotter temperatures in August, the market definitely cooled. The number of properties listed and sold in August was lower in all categories, which is typical for this time of year. As school starts up again and life gets busier, the buyers and sellers that are left in the market will have to change up their tactics a bit. Sellers will have to make sure they’re priced right and showing their best, while buyers will be able to negotiate with motivated sellers.” Darlene Reid, 2025 Board Chair, REALTORS ® Association of Edmonton.

$301,342 $218,063 $569,926

UP 3.5% YOY

UP 4.5% YOY

UP 6.7% YOY

SALES TO NEW LISTINGS RATIO

ACTIVE LISTINGS TOTAL 7,141

62.9%

NEW LISTINGS TOTAL 3,785

ALL RESIDENTIAL

SOLD LISTINGS TOTAL 2,382

DAYS ON MARKET

36

SINGLE FAMILY DETACHED

Source: REALTORS ® Association of Edmonton

33

ROW/TOWNHOUSE

44

APARTMENT CONDO

EASY CHICKEN MARSALA

INGREDIENTS:

• ⅓ cup Marsala wine • salt and pepper to taste • ⅓ cup heavy cream • ⅓ cup milk

• 3 tablespoons olive oil • 4 (6 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves • 1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms • ¼ cup chopped green onion

DIRECTIONS: 1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Saute chicken in hot oil until cooked through and juices run clear, about 15 to 20 minutes. 2. Add mushrooms and green onions to the pan and saute until soft, then add Marsala wine and bring to a boil. 3. Continue to boil for 2 to 4 minutes, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Stir in cream and milk and simmer until heated through, about 5 minutes.

FALL JOKES

You don’t have to be great to start, but you have to start to be great.”

What’s the best thing to put into a pumpkin pie? Your teeth. Why do birds fly south in the fall? It’s too far to walk. What’s an elephant’s favourite vegetable? Squash. What do you call a small pepper in late fall? A little chili. Why did the tree giggle? It heard acorn-y joke.

— ZIG ZIGLAR

SAY GOODBYE TO THAT COUGH

Whether you’ve caught a cold or flu virus, have asthma or are affected by dust or air pollution, a persistent cough can be uncomfortable and annoying. If after seeing your doctor to confirm it’s nothing serious, you’re looking for a few home remedies to soothe your cough, you can try the following: • Use a humidifier – warm and cool mist can help temporarily ease a cough and congestion. If you don’t have a humidifier, a warm shower will provide a similar, though more temporary, effect. • Stay hydrated – drinking water, juice, broth or tea can help keep you hydrated, thin mucus and soothe a scratchy throat and lingering cough. • Gargle with saltwater – this remedy is more effective for relieving a sore throat than a cough, but since a sore throat may trigger or worsen a cough, it can still be helpful. • Try a cough drop – cough drops containing mint or honey can provide temporary relief from coughing. • Consider cough medicine – over-the-counter cough medicine can help by thinning and expelling mucus or by suppressing the cough reflex to offer relief. If your cough worsens or persists for more than eight weeks, consult with your doctor.

FALL DECOR TRENDS With the warm and sunny days of summer slowly transforming to cooler autumn weather, home decor trends are also shifting and retro is making a comeback. According to the Pinterest Fall 2025 Trend Report, searches for “thrifted decor” and “thrifted kitchen” are leading the pack and transforming homes everywhere. Thrifted items are not only sustainable and budget-friendly, but they allow you to curate a look that is uniquely yours. When thrifting this fall, to keep in line with trends, look for polka dots on anything from serving dishes to area rugs to bedding. Also, keep an eye out for items in the Art Deco style, characterized by bold geometric patterns, rich colours, brass, chrome, lacquered wood and other elements that bring you back to the 1920s and 1930s. The colours of fall seem to be trending toward caffeine-inspired shades, which are perfect for creating a cozy and comfortable aesthetic perfect for the season.

CREDIT SCORE

Maintaining or building a good credit score is imperative if you’re looking to buy a home in the near future (or a vehicle or another large purchase where you’ll need a lender to extend credit). The score, a number between 300 and 900, helps lenders determine how much of a risk you are. Based on that, they decide whether to lend you money in the form of a loan or mortgage, and if so, how much interest to charge you. Five factors contribute to your score: payment history, credit utilization, credit history, credit mix and hard credit inquiries. Various lenders (and the credit bureaus) weigh each factor differently, so your credit score may differ slightly from what you see when you pull it versus what your bank sees, for instance. The two credit bureaus in Canada are Equifax and Trans Union and both allow you to look at your credit report once a year at no cost. It doesn’t count as a credit inquiry and won’t impact your score overall, so don’t worry about requesting it. Once you know where you’re sitting, you can take steps to improve your credit score or maintain it if it falls in the very good or excellent categories (above 725 and 760 respectively).

YOUR LOCAL LIBRARY

Libraries offer so much more than just books. The majority of public libraries across the country are free and all you need to obtain a library card is ID and proof of address. Once you have a library card, so many free resources are available to you. Of course it depends on your local branch, but free Wi-Fi, use of a computer and printer, quiet working space and a community hub are some of the physical benefits aside from books, magazines and reference materials. Librarians are also on hand to help you find reference material, connect you with programming and help you find just the right book to cozy up to next weekend. Digitally, many libraries offer access to ebooks, audiobooks, streaming movies and music. Online courses to develop life skills, further your career or just general interest courses are available to help you grow your knowledge. Beyond these, some libraries provide access to cutting-edge technology such as 3D printers, virtual reality headsets and coding workshops. They also host community programs including workshops, story times for children, book clubs and cultural events, which foster community engagement and lifelong learning.

After your seasonal closet purge, you may find you have clothes you love but that no longer fit in your wardrobe for one reason or another. Instead of donating them, consider upcycling them. All it takes is a little patience, creativity and effort. • Old t-shirts and sweaters can be turned into covers for your throw pillows. The well-loved fabric will be soft, eco-friendly and unique to you. • Scrunchies (fabric-covered elastic hair ties) can be made out of pieces of old clothes or random fabric scraps. • Worn flannel shirts can be sewn together to create a small quilt for your child, pet or to adorn your favourite reading chair. • Socks, scarves and fuzzy sweaters can be repurposed into cute little stuffed animals, which you can gift to friends and family this holiday season. Patterns are abundant online. A few other ideas that you can look for patterns online include: DIY t-shirt pockets, tote bags, heating pads, pet toys or rugs. UPCYCLE YOUR OLD CLOTHES

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Nicole's Love Notes

Cooper Family News

August and September were wild! My baby brother got married and we welcomed Chelsea into our family. Kyle and Elliot both started school, and for the first time they’re both in Junior High. It feels like time is on fast forward. I was not ready for that adjustment. On top of that, I celebrated 15 years of marriage and 14 years in real estate — milestones that make me feel old, proud and grateful. It’s been a season full of change and celebration, and makes me thankful for the people I get to share it with.

Night Light Walk

Looking Forward

Why? Because everyone deserves a safe place to land. This walk raises awareness and funds for women and children experiencing domestic violence. What? On Thursday, October 23, my team, Coop’s Night Crawlers , in the Royal LePage Shelter Foundation Night Light Walk. Funds raised stay local, supporting WIN House and La Salle Shelter. Appies at Hudsons before! How? Join our team and walk with Nicole and family — or donate directly to our team. Every step and every dollar makes a difference.

Here’s what’s on the horizon: Oilers Season Opener

October 8 vs. Calgary Flames Edmonton Fall Home Show October 17–19 at the EXPO Centre (keep a lookout for tickets from me!) Night Light Walk October 23 Client Appreciation Event Details coming soon

SCAN FOR INFO

As always, if you’d like to chat about what’s new in your world or just grab a coffee (or espresso martini), I’d love to connect!

In gratitude,