Red Deer Real Estate: The Hidden Goldmine Between Edmonton and Calgary | Real Estate Investing Canada | Alberta

🎧 Red Deer Real Estate: The Hidden Goldmine Between Edmonton and Calgary Real Estate Investing Morning Show – Hosted by Wayne & Gabby Hillier Red Deer might be Alberta's most overlooked real estate market — but that's exactly what makes it exciting. In today's episode, Wayne & Gabby sit down with Krystal Kromm, investor-focused Realtor and active investor in Central Alberta, to break down why this mid-province market is starting to catch serious investor attention. They dive into the latest stats, shifting market conditions, and how new city council decisions could open (or limit) housing opportunities — from garage suites and secondary suites to purpose-built rentals. Whether Red Deer grows in density or stays tight on inventory, both outcomes create opportunities for smart investors who understand timing and strategy. 🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode Why Red Deer is becoming a strategic middle ground for investors between Edmonton and Calgary How recent municipal elections and housing policies could shape the city's growth Market data: inventory up 32%, sales up 3.5%, and prices holding around $400K (+11% year-over-year) Where the sweet spot for investors lies — detached homes in the $350K–$400K range How new apartment builds may cool the 1–2 bedroom rental segment Why garage suites and secondary suites could be the next major opportunity What keeps Red Deer's rental demand high and vacancy rates low The investor mindset: understanding how fewer builds can actually create more opportunity 👥 About Your Hosts Wayne & Gabby Hillier are full-time real estate investors and coaches based in Edmonton, Alberta. Through their REI Masters Mentorship Program, they help Canadians build long-term wealth using rental properties, BRRRRs, flips, joint ventures, and creative real estate strategies. New episodes every weekday morning featuring real stories, coaching moments, and tactical investing advice. 💡 Resources & Contact Learn about our Mentorship Program: www.reimasters.ca Bookkeeping & Tax Help: www.finngo.com/rei Submit a Question: [email protected] 🤝 Thanks to Our Sponsors 🏠 Krystal Kromm – Red Deer Investor-Focused Realtor 📞 (587) 377-8584 🔗 Facebook 🏢 Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor Team 🌐 calvinrealty.ca 🔗 Facebook 📊 Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax – Investor-Focused Accounting Firm 🌐 www.finngo.com/rei 🔗 Facebook 💼 Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group – Investor-Focused Brokers 🌐 www.kbmortgages.ca 📧 [email protected] 🔗 Facebook 🏗️ Calvert Home Mortgage Investment Corporation 📞 403-278-0249 📧 [email protected] 🆔 FSRAO License Nos. 13267 & 13268