Announcements
December 17, 2021
Sterling Homes named BEST Home Builder 2022 by CCA

Through the gathering of unbiased consumer opinions, calculated and vetted by some of North America’s leading market research firms, Consumer Choice Award (CCA) has awarded Sterling Homes as Edmonton & Northern Alberta Area’s BEST Home Builder company in 2022. Read More

Buying a New Home
December 15, 2021
The Price of Your Home is Guaranteed with Sterling!

Here at Sterling Homes, we understand that sometimes buying a new home can be a stressful process. That’s why we like to ensure there are no surprises here. When you buy with us, once the purchase agreement is accepted by Sterling Homes we’ll guarantee the price of your home.

Once you sign a real estate contract, your price is set in stone. Right? Depending on the builder, this isn’t always true. Some builders add what is known as an escalation clause to their contracts to protect themselves against any unforeseen spikes in the cost of building materials between contract signing and closing.

We don’t want that for our clients. As you work on the budget for your new home, we want to make sure you can stay on track. We guarantee the price of your home at the time of contract.  Read More

December 9, 2021
10 Questions to Ask an Area Manager

Once you’ve begun your home buying journey, one of the most important stages is to visit a variety of showhomes to find the perfect model in the perfect neighbourhood. This is also a great opportunity to speak to an Area Manager and ask them any questions you have about the model you’re touring or any specific steps in the home buying process. 

While touring a showhome gives you a feel for the builder, the layout of the model, and a good idea of the finishing options you have, there’s nothing like talking with a real person to get the answers you’re looking for.

But what sort of questions should you be asking to make sure you get the best information possible?

Let’s take a look at some of the questions you should be asking an Area Manager in your search for the right new home for your needs. Read More

December 8, 2021
Edmonton Housing Market Predictions for 2022

With 2022 drawing closer, thoughts are naturally drifting towards what the housing market will have in store for us over the next 12 months. As a result, we thought it was a good time to look at Edmonton’s housing marketing predictions for the next year!

While it’s impossible to predict exactly what the market will do, we can look at several factors that are currently affecting home prices and are likely to continue into the next year or more, as well as some other professional forecasts and predictions, to get a sense of where things are headed.

Let’s take a look at some of the real estate market trends and predictions for 2022. Read More

Buying a New Home
December 2, 2021
The Average Starter Home Price in the Edmonton Area

In Edmonton, the average price of a single-family home is $450,306. Townhouses rose by 31% year over year, to an average price of $361,827.

Once you’ve decided to purchase a brand-new home, the first thing you’ll need to do is narrow down your options. But where do you start? Which homes and neighbourhoods will give you the most for your hard-earned first-home dollars? What else do you need to take into consideration when it comes to affording your first new home?

We’re here to help! 

Here’s what you’ll need to know when it comes to choosing a new starter home in the Edmonton area at a price you can afford. Read More

Maintenance
November 29, 2021
Winterizing Your Home Checklist: How to Winterize Your Home

One of the biggest challenges Canadians face is the long winter season. Winters in Canada can be harsh, especially in the Edmonton area. Many homeowners – new ones especially – don’t realize there are certain steps they should be taking to prepare for the colder months ahead. It’s very important to winterize your home. 

But there’s no need to worry! The steps you should take are fairly simple, and they can potentially save you a lot of time and money when it comes to maintenance and repairs in the future. 

Let’s look at some of the best ways to prepare your new home for the winter. Read More

November 25, 2021
How Long Does It Take to Build a New Home?

Our customers often ask us, “How long does it take to build a new home?”

Naturally, this is an important question to have because you want to be able to plan accordingly and find a home that fits within your timeframe. It does take longer to build a new home than it does to move into a resale home. Sometimes, there can be a bit of uncertainty around the move-in date. This can make it hard to know when to time the sale of your current home or plan a move. Read More

Buying a New Home
November 19, 2021
The Costs to Buy a Home and Other New Home Costs You Should Plan For

One of the most important aspects of the home-buying process is knowing what to expect — especially when it comes to new home costs. The thought of buying a home can be daunting, and you don’t want to be taken by surprise with any unexpected fees. Knowing potential surprises in regards to the costs of buying a home will help you prepare financially and mentally. Read More

November 11, 2021
The Cost of Building a Home: How Does Price Per Square Foot Work

Price per square foot is a well-known measure of the value of a home, but how is that calculated? It’s more complicated than you might think – does the home with the lowest price per square foot offer the best value? Does a high price per square foot mean that a home is out of your price range? Can you estimate the cost of the home you want by simply multiplying the average price per square foot by the size of the house you want?

The answer to these questions might surprise you. Read More

November 10, 2021
How to Find the Best MLS Listings in Edmonton

Thinking about buying a brand-new home? Perfect! Now all you need to do is start shopping around for the actual property you want to buy. This is where an MLS – a Multiple Listing Service – comes in handy. And you want to make sure you find the best MLS listings in Edmonton!

In case you aren’t sure, an MLS is a listing service in which a group of REALTORS® agree to share their databases and work together to try and sell properties more efficiently than they could on their own. In other words, rather than going to each individual builder or realtor’s site to see what they’re offering, you can access all available properties through a single site. Finding a good MLS site can greatly increase your chances of finding your perfect home, and it could greatly speed up the process.

Let’s take a look at why MLS listings are so popular, and how you can find a good one. Read More

October 28, 2021
7 Benefits of a Home Owners Association

To those who are new to Canada, the idea of a Home Owners Association may be a completely new concept. Even some natural-born Canadians are a little confused by what it means.

A Home Owners Association, or HOA, is an elected group of people from the neighbourhood who are in charge of things related to community standards. If the neighbourhood you live in has an HOA, normally you’ll be required to pay an annual fee to the group so make sure to factor this into your budget.

Is the extra cost worth it or should you look for communities that don’t have an HOA? We’ll break down some of the benefits to help you decide. Read More

First Time Home Buyers
October 21, 2021
Buying Your First Home in Canada? Make Sure You Budget for These Extra Costs

You already know that buying your first home in Canada is going to be one of the biggest purchases you’ll make in your lifetime, but most people tend to focus solely on the purchase price.

The truth is there are several additional costs associated with your home purchase, and if you don’t plan for them, you could quickly find yourself struggling financially.

We’ve broken down some of the most common costs you’ll have as you purchase your home so you can start planning now. Read More