Market Trends

Can a REALTOR® really give me an edge by interpreting market trends?

Quick Answer

Short answer: Yes—agents get embargoed stats 24 h early and translate them into street-level pricing tactics.

Detailed Explanation

Media headlines trail the MLS® back-end by a day. REALTORS® see embargoed HPI updates, 15-minute hot-sheet changes, and probability-of-sale scores. With that intel they time offers before rate-hold deadlines unleash extra buyers or delay listing until inventory dips.

CREA's 2025 Agency & Outcomes study found buyers represented in volatile markets saved an average $9 200 versus un-represented buyers who bid off outdated headlines.

  • Real-time absorption rates by neighbourhood
  • Days-on-market trend analysis
  • Price-per-square-foot micro-comparisons
  • Seasonal timing strategies

Strategic advantage. Agents know when to bid aggressively in rising markets or wait for motivated sellers in cooling conditions. This timing intelligence often determines whether you win the right home or overpay for the wrong one.

Disclaimers: Market predictions involve risk. Past performance doesn't guarantee future results.

Disclaimer: This page is for general information only and does not constitute legal, financial, or real estate advice. Always verify details with a licensed Alberta REALTOR®, mortgage professional, or lawyer before making decisions. Buy in Edmonton assumes no liability for actions taken based on this content.

Tim Grover, RE/MAX Excellence • 780-288-5144 • 5607 199 Street NW, Edmonton, AB

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Last updated: 2025-06-27

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Tim Grover, RE/MAX Excellence • 780-288-5144 • 5607 199 Street NW, Edmonton, AB