24 | Condo Buying 101: Everything You Need to Know Before You Buy

Buying a condo is about so much more than choosing the unit with the nicest kitchen or the best view. When you buy a condo, you're also buying into a condominium corporation, and understanding how that works can make all the difference.In this episode of Espressold, Paula and Annie break down everything buyers should know before purchasing a condo in Alberta. From spotting red flags during a showing to understanding condo documents, bylaws, reserve funds, and condo fees, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you make an informed decision.Whether you're a first-time buyer, downsizing, or considering an investment property, this is the guide we wish every condo buyer had before they started shopping.What you actually own when you buy a condoWhy condo fees aren't always a bad thing—and how they compare to owning a freehold propertyGreen flags and red flags to look for during a condo viewingTitled vs. assigned parking and storageWhat happens during a condo document reviewThe condo bylaws every buyer should read before removing conditionsA fun condo-themed speed round to wrap things upIf you've ever wondered whether condos are a good investment, what condo fees really pay for, or how to avoid buying into a building with expensive surprises, this episode is for you.If you enjoyed this episode, we'd love it if you subscribed, left us a review, and shared it with someone who's thinking about buying a condo.Follow us on Instagram: @Espressold.podcast