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Who is most likely to …Find you your forever home? We are!
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One of the most common mistakes sellers make is underestimating the in person visit.
Many buyers form an opinion about a home within the first 30 to 60 seconds of walking in. That first impression often frames how they see the rest of the property.
Buyers notice more than layout. They register scent, temperature, lig…
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A good realtor’s advice does not change the market; it helps you respond to it properly.
Send us a DM if you have questions 📲
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Edmonton has the largest urban park system in Canada, with more than 160 kilometres of maintained trails and over 7,400 hectares of green space right through the middle of the city 🌲🏙️
You can finish work and be on a trail in minutes. You can live central and still feel surrounded by trees. Summer nights hit different…
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A home is more than square footage and specs, it’s where birthdays happen, where late night pillow talks take place, and where memories are created 🤍
Yes, the layout matters, the price matters, and the inspection matters, but the way a space feels when you walk through the door matters too.
When you choose a home, yo…
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Client appreciation… but make it delicious 🍝
We traded showings for sauté pans and spent the night cooking (and laughing) at Sorrentino’s ( @sorrentinos_yeg ) with some pretty amazing people. Because for us, it’s never just about buying or selling homes. It’s about the relationships we build along the way.
Good food. …
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The short answer? It depends...Poly B is common in homes built in the early to mid 90s. The bigger issue is usually insurance, not the pipe itself. Some insurers will cover it, some will not, and some will charge more.
Before writing an offer, you want to:
Check insurability
Understand potential replacement costs
D…
If your home isn’t keeping up with your need, keep reading 👇🏻
Maybe the space feels tighter than it used to. Maybe the layout no longer works for how you actually live. Or maybe you just catch yourself browsing listings a little more often.
Outgrowing a home is normal. It usually means life has shifted. More people, …
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Being vs wanting to be a certain spirit animal are not the same. Ross is definitely on to something! 🐺
What spirit animal would you think Ross is?
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Open house day is not the time to wing it 🙅🏻♂️ Preparation should happen before the doors open. Clear counters, store personal items, and clean every surface that buyers will see. Keep it calm and neutral so they can picture their own life in the space.
Lighting and temperature matter. Open the blinds, turn on lamps,…
When the idea of moving comes up, most people lean one way first. They either want to know what their home could sell for, or what their budget could realistically buy right now.
Both questions matter. And the answers usually look different once you see real numbers tied to your neighbourhood and your goals.
Sometime…
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Location plays into both lifestyle and value 👇🏻
Where you live affects your routines, your sense of comfort, and how connected you feel to the people and places around you. It shows up in small moments like your commute, weekend plans, and how much you enjoy coming home at the end of the day.
Paying attention to what…
rivervalleyrealty
Who is most likely to …Find you your forever home? We are!
You guys are so cute!!
rivervalleyrealty
One of the most common mistakes sellers make is underestimating the in person visit.
Many buyers form an opinion about a home within the first 30 to 60 seconds of walking in. That first impression often frames how they see the rest of the property.
Buyers notice more than layout. They register scent, temperature, lighting, and overall upkeep almost immediately.
Preparation for showings should include:
🧼 A clean, neutral environment that feels maintained
💡 Lighting that makes each space feel functional and open
🛠 Minor repairs completed before they become objections
📦 Clear surfaces and walkways so rooms feel easy to move through
Buyers don’t spend long in a home during a showing. The experience needs to feel solid from the start.
rivervalleyrealty
A good realtor’s advice does not change the market; it helps you respond to it properly.
Send us a DM if you have questions 📲
rivervalleyrealty
Edmonton has the largest urban park system in Canada, with more than 160 kilometres of maintained trails and over 7,400 hectares of green space right through the middle of the city 🌲🏙️
You can finish work and be on a trail in minutes. You can live central and still feel surrounded by trees. Summer nights hit different when the river valley is part of your routine.
Brady loves it for that reason. It is not just scenery, it is lifestyle. It shapes how people spend their evenings, their weekends, and even where they choose to live.
If being close to the river valley is on your list, let’s find a neighbourhood that gives you both access and long-term value.
Brady Gonek
📱 (780) 953-0718
✉️ brady @rivervalleyrealty.ca
rivervalleyrealty
A home is more than square footage and specs, it’s where birthdays happen, where late night pillow talks take place, and where memories are created 🤍
Yes, the layout matters, the price matters, and the inspection matters, but the way a space feels when you walk through the door matters too.
When you choose a home, you’re choosing the setting for your everyday life, the routines, the conversations, and the moments in between.
If you’re thinking about your next move, let’s find a place that fits both your practical needs and the way you actually want to live.
rivervalleyrealty
Client appreciation… but make it delicious 🍝
We traded showings for sauté pans and spent the night cooking (and laughing) at Sorrentino’s ( @sorrentinos_yeg ) with some pretty amazing people. Because for us, it’s never just about buying or selling homes. It’s about the relationships we build along the way.
Good food. Good company. And a reminder of why we love what we do.
Let’s do more of this 🤍
Let’s connect.
rivervalleyrealty
The short answer? It depends...Poly B is common in homes built in the early to mid 90s. The bigger issue is usually insurance, not the pipe itself. Some insurers will cover it, some will not, and some will charge more.
Before writing an offer, you want to:
Check insurability
Understand potential replacement costs
Decide whether to negotiate
It’s not always a deal breaker. But it should always be part of the conversation.
rivervalleyrealty
If your home isn’t keeping up with your need, keep reading 👇🏻
Maybe the space feels tighter than it used to. Maybe the layout no longer works for how you actually live. Or maybe you just catch yourself browsing listings a little more often.
Outgrowing a home is normal. It usually means life has shifted. More people, new routines, different priorities.
The good news is you have options. And the first step is simply understanding what your next chapter could look like and what it would take to get there.
If you’re wondering whether it’s time, send us a DM 📲
rivervalleyrealty
Being vs wanting to be a certain spirit animal are not the same. Ross is definitely on to something! 🐺
What spirit animal would you think Ross is?
rivervalleyrealty
Open house day is not the time to wing it 🙅🏻♂️ Preparation should happen before the doors open. Clear counters, store personal items, and clean every surface that buyers will see. Keep it calm and neutral so they can picture their own life in the space.
Lighting and temperature matter. Open the blinds, turn on lamps, and make sure the home feels comfortable right away. Many buyers form an opinion within the first 30 to 60 seconds, and that first impression carries weight.
Straighten the details, rugs, chairs, bedding, sightlines. Consistency builds confidence.
If you are getting ready to sell, we will walk you through this process step by step and make sure your home is positioned to perform. Reach out when you are ready to start planning 📲
rivervalleyrealty
When the idea of moving comes up, most people lean one way first. They either want to know what their home could sell for, or what their budget could realistically buy right now.
Both questions matter. And the answers usually look different once you see real numbers tied to your neighbourhood and your goals.
Sometimes it confirms your timing, sometimes it helps you pause. Either way, it gives you clarity.
rivervalleyrealty
Location plays into both lifestyle and value 👇🏻
Where you live affects your routines, your sense of comfort, and how connected you feel to the people and places around you. It shows up in small moments like your commute, weekend plans, and how much you enjoy coming home at the end of the day.
Paying attention to what matters most to you in a neighbourhood can also support long term goals without adding pressure. Thoughtful choices now tend to make future transitions easier, especially if selling one day is part of the plan. There is also a nice bonus in knowing your home fits your life today while still appealing to others down the road.
If this has you thinking about what really matters to you in a location, you are already ahead of the game. 🏡
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"Working with Brady Gonek was an absolute pleasure from start to finish. He guided my husband and me through both selling our condo and purchasing our new home, making what could have been a stressful process feel smooth and manageable.
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"Ross did an amazing job helping us find our first home. We had to buy on a quick timeline and Ross came through on every step. He helped make the process go smoothly and referred us to a lawyer and an inspector that were able to help us get things done quickly. He clearly cares about the house that you purchase and will go the extra mile to find th… Read MoreRead Less
"As a mortgage broker, I’ve had the pleasure of working with Evan Cochlin with several mutual clients, and each time he has demonstrated exceptional professionalism and a true client-first approach. Evan is genuinely committed to helping his clients find a home that fits not only their needs but also their lifestyle and life stage—something that set… Read MoreRead Less
"They are very helpful..respectable i am very happy to all the help and advice’s to sell our home..thanks Ross our realtor"
"If you ever need a great realter please use Evan Cochlin. Even though the house I was selling was a tough sale and it was a bit of a hard market at the moment especially with the holidays etc, Evan remained professional and dilligent throughout. Constantly calm and level headed and made that sale happen in the end. He knew the ins and outs and advi… Read MoreRead Less
"My partner and I could not have had a better experience than with Ross and River Valley Realty. This fall Ross helped us sell our home, and helped us buy our amazing new home.
He is very knowledgeable about what to look for in a new house, and does thorough research to determine accurate home values. He was always easy to reach, kept us well infor… Read MoreRead Less
"We had the pleasure of working with Evan to buy our house. He was always amazing - whether he was replying to us promptly, setting up appointments, recommending services, or just reassuring my anxious mind. The level of professionalism was outstanding! We bought our forever home thanks to Evan and the MaxWell team. I highly recommend them if you ar… Read MoreRead Less
"Evan was amazing, very professional, great response times, well informed and able to explain things easily, was able to hear us out and what our needs were, and took time to ensure we were informed and comfortable throughout the process"
"I had the pleasure of working with Alyssa for the purchase of my first home. Alyssa was professional and helped me so much along the way and answered all my questions as a new home buyer. She knew what I was looking for and made the process easy and enjoyable.
As someone who likes to bounce design ideas of what to put in a home or figure out how t… Read MoreRead Less