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Whether you're a landlord navigating Calgary's rental market, an investor eyeing Edmonton's growth, or an owner exploring property management in Lethbridge or Medicine Hat, this blog is built for you. We cover property management, real estate investing, and sales across Alberta - with practical insights to help you protect your investment and make smarter decisions.
Latest News in the Alberta Rental
and Real Estate Markets
Calgary's resale market softened in April, with 2,104 sales recorded — down 5.7% from last year. But for rental property owners, a quieter sales market doesn't mean a quieter rental market. We break down what the April numbers actually mean for your investment, by property type, and what to watch heading into the spring leasing season.
February 1, 2026 - Your mortgage statement contains more than just numbers. One line in particular tells a story many rental property owners overlook—how much equity your tenant helped you build over the past year, even in a softer rental market.
Calgary’s rental market has entered a major turning point. After years of record-low vacancy and overwhelming demand, a surge of new purpose-built rentals is arriving just as migration slows. The result? More choice for renters, tougher competition for landlords, and a rebalancing that will shape the market through 2026
November 1, 2025 - Rental listings are climbing across Alberta—up nearly 10% in Calgary and Lethbridge, and 30% in Edmonton. With more competition on the market, landlords are feeling the pressure to adjust. From pricing strategy to smart incentives and property refreshes, here’s what you can do to stay ahead and keep your property rented in 2025.
October 1, 2025 - Most owners focus on rent cheques and repairs — but there’s a lot more that goes into truly protecting your rental property. In this post, we’re pulling back the curtain on five things Power Properties does behind the scenes to keep your investment safe, profitable, and stress-free.
September 1, 2025 - Headlines warning of a $100,000 drop in Calgary home prices may grab attention, but the reality is far more nuanced. Alberta’s housing market has historically shown resilience, bouncing back after downturns tied to oil prices, interest rates, and global shifts. With record homebuilding, steady migration, and both risks and opportunities ahead, the future looks more balanced than the headlines suggest.
July 1, 2025 - Alberta’s real estate market remains promising, but smart investors know to look deeper. Before making your next move, ask these five key questions about interest rates, rental demand, affordability, and the unique challenges facing Calgary, Edmonton, Lethbridge, and Medicine Hat.
June 1, 2025 - Over the past 45 years, Alberta’s real estate market has been reshaped by rising rents, soaring home prices, and shifting vacancy rates. See how Calgary, Edmonton, Lethbridge, and Medicine Hat compare and why real estate remains one of the strongest long-term investments.
January 1, 2025 - With uncertainty dominating global and national headlines, Alberta’s real estate market continues to show resilience. From housing shortages to a strong economy and potential political shifts, discover why Alberta remains a promising investment opportunity for 2025. Explore key trends and insights shaping the province’s real estate future.
Explore how real estate investing can help you build wealth and generate income, even if you’re new to the market. In this blog post, we compare the unique opportunities in Alberta's secondary cities—Medicine Hat, Lethbridge, and Calgary—to help you understand their rental markets, affordability, and potential returns.
December 1, 2024 - What’s happening in Alberta’s rental market? Declining rents, rising vacancies, and an oversupply of new rentals are creating challenges for landlords. Learn how reduced foreign worker permits, stagnant mortgage rates, and economic uncertainty are reshaping the market—and what you can do to stay competitive.
November 1, 2024 - The market is shifting, and that means opportunity is knocking. Savvy investors like you know that recognizing these trends is key to maximizing your real estate investments. Here are 3 reasons why you should act now:
Ann-Marie Lurie, Chief Economist at AREA, delivered an in-depth update on current market conditions. Realtor & Property Manager, Christopher Kellett, highlights several key takeaways from her presentation on the current state of the market.
October 1, 2024 - The Canadian government has rolled out new mortgage rules that could make homeownership more accessible and affordable.
September 1, 2024 - Jamie Palmer, President & Broker of Power Properties, offers a detailed look at the current state of Calgary's real estate and rental market in this latest update. As rental rates begin to slow due to affordability concerns and rising demand from inter-provincial migration, the balance between supply and demand is becoming increasingly intricate.
August 1, 2024 - Calgary’s prices continue to see year-over-year and month-over-month increases. As Calgary's market becomes increasingly competitive, Southern Alberta offers attractive alternatives for investors and homebuyers.
May 1, 2024 - Calgary's real estate market is defying nationwide trends with an 11% year-over-year price surge and high demand fueled by inter-provincial migration and anticipated interest rate cuts. Despite challenges like bidding wars and cash flow concerns, there's still ample opportunity for savvy investors to capitalize on the market's growth, supported by rising rents and a promising ROI potential.
January 1, 2024 - In the ever-evolving landscape of Calgary's real estate, the successes of 2023 set the stage for what looks to be a promising 2024. Here, we unpack the details of last year's figures, providing insights into the expected trends shaping Calgary's real estate in the upcoming months.
December 1, 2023 - It's no secret, the average rent and purchase price in Calgary is up. If you already own a rental property, congratulations, you have made some enormous financial gains this past year! However, if you recently purchased a rental property, you may be struggling to produce positive cash flow.
October 1, 2023 - Canada’s population is growing at rates not seen since the baby boomers in the early 1950s’, and Alberta is the fastest-growing province in Canada right now. What does this mean for the Real Estate and Rental Market?
August 1, 2023 - With more and more people looking for housing, construction is having a hard time catching up. So, let's break down the numbers and see what this means for folks thinking about investing in Calgary.
April 1, 2023 - At the time of writing, the average price of a detached home in Calgary is $708,095! Prices are up 6% compared to March 2022, which itself was 12% higher than March 2021! On top of that, It is anticipated that prices will continue to increase this year! Everyone wants to know what is causing these increases, how long are they likely to last, and is now a good time to buy rental properties?
February 1, 2023 - With the rental market so hot, many of you are chomping at the bit to purchase additional rental properties, however, over the past three months it has been difficult to find properties that are producing positive or even break-even cash flow. So where does that leave you?
January 1, 2023 - Calgary started the year with an incredibly tight sales market leading to bidding wars, and homes selling for hundreds of thousands of dollars over the asking price. Seven consecutive interest rate hikes took the wind out of the sales market by later-summer-early-fall. So where does that leave us for 2023?
December 1, 2022 -Supply in the rental market continues to be tight and is expected to get even tighter. Having said that, we are seeing decreased demand for detached houses in the $2500-$3000 per month range.
November 1, 2022 - So much of the news is negative these days, but here is some good news for Calgary landlords. Alberta is largely expected to lead the country in GDP growth, Calgary was the 3rd most popular inter-provincial immigration destination in Canada, and increasing interest rates are pushing rents higher!
September 1, 2022 - Rents in Calgary have increased twenty-five to thirty percent year-over-year! That is a staggering increase, even more, remarkable is the speed with which the rents increased.
July 1, 2022 - The answer to the question we keep hearing “how’s the rental market?” In a word “HOT!”
June 1, 2022 - Right now your Calgary real estate has benefited from an approximately 25% year over year increase in value. This makes it a great time to refinance your existing home and rental properties to maximize your equity.
May 1, 2022 - We’re all feeling the effects of inflation. So how does that affect your rental property?
2025 CPA Alberta Social Entrepreneurship Award Finalist
Power Properties was named a finalists for the 2025 CPA Alberta Social Entrepreneurship Award, presented by the Calgary Chamber.
2025 Top Choice Property Management Company
Power Properties is voted Top Choice Property Management Company of 2025. This marks the 3rd time Power Properties has taken home this award.
2024 CRRA Community Service Award
Power Properties has been honoured with the 2024 Calgary Residential Rental Association (CRRA) Community Service Award.
2024 Top Choice in Property Management
Power Properties is voted Calgary’s 2024 Top Choice Property Management Services
2023 CPA Alberta Social Entrepreneurship Award Finalist
Power Properties was named 1 of 3 finalists for the 2023 CPA Alberta Social Entrepreneurship Award, presented by the Calgary Chamber.
Power Properties Wins 2023 Torch Medium Business Award
On June 15, 2023, Power Properties was announced as the winner of the 2023 Torch Awards by the Better Business Bureau of Southern Alberta.
CPA Alberta Social Entrepreneurship Award Finalist
Power Properties was named 1 of 3 finalists for the CPA Alberta Social Entrepreneurship Award, presented by the Calgary Chamber.
Power Properties voted Calgary’s 2022 Top Choice in Property Management
Power Properties is voted Calgary’s Top Choice in Property Management Services 2022.
2021 Community Service Award Winner
On November 5, 2021, Power Properties Ltd. was announced as the winner of the Community Service Award presented by the Calgary Residential Rental Association.
Hero of the Trust Revolution Award Winner
On June 18, 2020, Power Properties Ltd. was announced as the winner of the Hero of the Trust Revolution Award presented by the Better Business Bureau of Southern Alberta.
Power Properties Ltd. takes home the BBB Ethical Business Award
Power Properties Ltd. was selected as the BBB Ethical Business Award winner at the Calgary Chamber of Commerce's Small Business Awards Gala on October 25th, 2019.