by The LorenzTeam | Aug 12, 2023 | General, Real Estate Info |
Moving is stressful whether you are moving far away or just a few houses down the road. Having pets adds another layer of complexity, but these proven tips and tricks will hopefully make the move easier for you and your furry friends. Plan to Start Packing Early...
by The LorenzTeam | Jul 29, 2023 | General, Real Estate Info |
Preparing your home for sale can be a daunting task, leaving you unsure of where to begin. To ease the process and ensure a smooth selling experience, we have curated a list of valuable tips that are often overlooked. These underrated tips will not only help you make...
by The LorenzTeam | Jul 15, 2023 | Home Renovations |
There are both advantages and disadvantages to buying a fixer-upper. While some individuals are attracted to the idea of investing time and effort into creating their dream home, others prefer the convenience of purchasing a renovated property that needs minimal work....
by The LorenzTeam | May 17, 2023 | General |
Selling a home can be a daunting and time-consuming experience, especially if you have children or pets. While they bring joy and love to your home, they can also create some challenges when it comes to presenting your home in its best light to potential buyers. In...
by The LorenzTeam | Apr 28, 2023 | General |
The real estate market is a vital part of any economy, and interest rates play a crucial role in shaping its behaviour. Interest rates refer to the cost of borrowing money from lenders, and they affect the real estate market by influencing demand, supply, and pricing...
by The LorenzTeam | Feb 15, 2023 | In the Community, General |
Tofield & District Chamber of Commerce I have the privilege of being the President of the Tofield & District Chamber of Commerce for 2023. This Chamber is very unique as it is a combination of businesses, organizations and clubs. I am surrounded by an...
by The LorenzTeam | Nov 18, 2022 | Just for Fun, General, In the Community |
Looking for something to do with the whole family? I suggest driving out to Tofield on November 26th and attending Winterfest. Here is a list of events for the day: Breakfast with Santa: 8-11am @ Tofield Legion Western Makers Market: 10-3pm @ Tofield Community Hall....
by The LorenzTeam | Nov 15, 2022 | General, In the Community |
The best part of this time of the year are all the events happening in our communities. The festivities never end and it can be hard to determine which to attend! We have compiled a list of events happening around us over the next few weeks leading up to Christmas....
by The LorenzTeam | Nov 10, 2022 | General |
Interested in attending a Remembrance Day Ceremony near you? We have compiled some of the local ceremonies for you to choose from below: National Ceremony Online Begins at 10:30am est Strathcona County November 11 at Millenium Place Begins at 10:30am Will also be...
by The LorenzTeam | Oct 31, 2022 | General |
Fire Safety with Hunter: Fire Extinguishers Welcome back to Fire Safety with Hunter! If you missed it you can find Part 1 here, Part 2 here, and Part 3 here. This is our last week of fire safety, and I am going to talk about Fire Extinguishers. I will answer all your...
by The LorenzTeam | Oct 20, 2022 | In the Community, General |
Fire Safety with Hunter: Smoke Detector Welcome back to Fire Safety with Hunter! In the last 2 articles we discussed safety in the kitchen and creating a fire escape plan. If you missed it you can find Part 1 here and Part 2 here. What else can you do in your home to...
by The LorenzTeam | Oct 17, 2022 | In the Community, General |
Fire Safety with Hunter: Fire Escape Plan Welcome back to Fire Safety with Hunter, where we discuss how to prevent house fires and how to prepare for them in the event something happens. In our last blog, we talked about Kitchen Safety and how to prevent a fire from...
by The LorenzTeam | Oct 5, 2022 | Fun Fact Friday, General |
Fire Safety with Hunter: Safety in the Kitchen By way of a quick introduction – I’m “Hunter” The LorenzTeam’s mascot! I was chosen because, as a wolf, I take my role as a teacher seriously. That’s why during the month of October, I would like to share some...
by The LorenzTeam | Sep 20, 2022 | In the Community, General |
The “Sherwood Park Against Hunger” meal packaging event was a complete success this past weekend! Members of The LorenzTeam volunteered and helped package over 75,000 meals for people in need. Over the course of the day we had 200 volunteers that came out to put...
by The LorenzTeam | Aug 15, 2022 | In the Community |
Sherwood Park Against Hunger Meal Packaging Event You are invited to participate in a very rewarding event, packaging meals for well-deserved people. Together with your help, our goal is to package 75,000 meals! Meal packaging will take place on September 17 at the...
by The LorenzTeam | Aug 10, 2022 | General, Real Estate Info |
As we reach the halfway point of summer, the market is showing more signs of change. The Edmonton Real Estate Board reported a decline in sales both month over month and year over year for the month of July. This was combined with a drop in prices for townhouses, ...
by The LorenzTeam | Aug 8, 2022 | General, Real Estate Info |
Is summer a good or bad time to buy or sell real estate? Find out the answer to this common question in Jeff Lorenz’s video below
by The LorenzTeam | Aug 4, 2022 | General, In the Community |
Tofield Western Days, celebrating 50 years of the Tofield AG Society! Thursday August 11th to Sunday August 14th. If you are looking for something to do next weekend, head on over to Tofield where they are celebrating the Tofield AG Society. Events as as follows:...
by The LorenzTeam | Jun 29, 2022 | Fun Fact Friday, General, Shop Local |
The term “Cocktail” made its first appearance on March 17th, 1798 in the London Gazetteer. It wasn’t until May 13, 1806 that a newspaper called the Balance and Columbian Repository, described the term “cocktail” as “a stimulating liquor, composed of spirits of any...
by The LorenzTeam | Jun 21, 2022 | General, Shop Local, In the Community |
by The LorenzTeam | May 24, 2022 | Fun Fact Friday, General |
TIRE ROTATION Rotating tires is something everyone should know about, as it helps to get more life out of your tires. Many vehicles are propelled by only two of the four wheels, some are rear wheel drive and others are front wheel drive. The tires on the axle that...
by The LorenzTeam | May 11, 2022 | In the Community, General |
Perogy Supper Fundraiser for Ukraine When: May 28, 2022 Where: Agora Centre, Sherwood Park Cost: $25.00 per person, children under 5 free Online 50/50 Raffle: https://www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/rotarysherwood For more information or to purchase tickets:...
by The LorenzTeam | Mar 17, 2022 | Fun Fact Friday, Just for Fun |
I often wonder why we celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, why we wear green and why do you get pinched if you don’t? Is there any significance to March 17th or was that just a random day they pulled out of a hat? If, like me, you were wondering where all the...
by The LorenzTeam | Feb 25, 2022 | Real Estate Info, General |
Moving can be an exciting time in one’s life, but it can also be pretty stressful. That is why we are partnered with MoveSnap! They are a digital moving concierge service that is an easy to use online platform, which guides you step-by-step through the entire move...
by The LorenzTeam | Feb 3, 2022 | Real Estate Info, General |
Todd Hirsh of ATB Economics and Frances Donald of Manulife Investment Management recently had a podcast where they came up with, what they think, are the top 5 economic stories to watch in 2022. These were the points as written in Todd Hirch’s blog: ‘The Owl’ from...
by The LorenzTeam | Jan 31, 2022 | Newsletters, Real Estate Info, General |
2022 – What can we expect in Real Estate? Our Team recently participated in 2 Forecasting seminars with the intention of learning what the economists are predicting for next year. One seminar was focused on the Edmonton Real Estate market and the other was for...
by The LorenzTeam | Dec 13, 2021 | General |
We are excited to introduce Owen Herklotz as the newest member of The Lorenz Team Realty Group. Owen is joining the team as a Real Estate Associate and will be working with both Buyer’s & Seller’s as they navigate the world of Residential and...
by The LorenzTeam | Dec 10, 2021 | Shop Local, In the Community |
Today I am writing about Statement Junkie Yarn Co. A fabulous new shop that has just opened in Sherwood Park @ 124, 2755 Broadmoor Blvd. The owner, Andrea Kemper, just happens to be a dear friend of mine but by no means am I exaggerating when I say, “fabulous!!” The...
by The LorenzTeam | Dec 3, 2021 | Real Estate Info, General |
You have reached the stage where you are now ready to view and purchase your new home. Prior to viewing, your Real Estate Associate will have suggested you drive by the property, assess your first impressions as to whether the properties location and outward...
by The LorenzTeam | Nov 26, 2021 | In the Community |
What is it? How do I help? The Christmas Hamper Committee is made up of volunteers from the community in conjunction with the local food bank. The Christmas Hamper Program is a hamper of food and toys for the children given before Christmas for those less fortunate. A...
by The LorenzTeam | Nov 18, 2021 | Real Estate Info, General |
Late Fall and early Winter often leads to the question…should I sell now or wait until Spring? Unfortunately, there’s rarely an easy answer but thinking about the following questions might help: 1- What is the main reason for moving? Is it time sensitive? 2- If...
by The LorenzTeam | Nov 10, 2021 | In the Community |
Tomorrow is Remembrance Day and although it looks different this year than it has in the past, we should all take a moment to reflect, and remember the sacrifices made by the Canadian Armed Forces service members. Since many of the ceremonies have been cancelled or...
by The LorenzTeam | Nov 4, 2021 | General |
One of the most popular questions to come up, as a first time home buyer, is “how much money do I need to be able to afford a home?” Lenders recommend homes with a cost no more than 3-5x times your annual household income, with a minimum 5% down payment. How do I get...
by The LorenzTeam | Oct 8, 2021 | General |
Fun fact, there are more real estate agents than there are houses for sale and they all want your business. Unfortunately, this can make the task of choosing one overwhelming and stressful. No two agents will have had the same education (beyond the basics), the same...
by The LorenzTeam | Aug 24, 2021 | General |
When is the right time to move? Some people naturally and intuitively know that it’s time to consider a new home, but for others, the decision may be far more complicated. As we get older, the days go by faster and then in a blink of an eye – the kids have all...
by The LorenzTeam | Jul 29, 2021 | In the Community |
As we slowly move towards a post-COVID era, lockdowns and travel restrictions are being removed, meanwhile the Real Estate market is already experiencing a number of changes. As noted in our previous monthly update, Real Estate transactions have been counter-intuitive...
by The LorenzTeam | Jun 9, 2021 | In the Community |
Fort Saskatchewan is a beautiful community, built along the North Saskatchewan river, only minutes from Sherwood Park and the outskirts of Edmonton. As the heartland of industrial development, the City of Fort Saskatchewan has seen a recent uprise in home construction...
by The LorenzTeam | Apr 27, 2021 | In the Community |
After weeks of planning, we are excited to introduce the newest member of our Team!! Thanks to our awesome followers on social media, we have named our mascot, Hunter! The wolf symbolizes a pathfinder, teacher, guidance and knowledge. These principles are the...
by The LorenzTeam | Apr 19, 2021 | In the Community |
March numbers are out and they’re taking social media, the newspapers and radio by storm! In Sherwood Park, as an example, we had a 92% absorption rate for single family homes. Meaning, there were 113 active listings and 103 sales. We have only seen a market...
by The LorenzTeam | Apr 5, 2021 | In the Community |
This past year has been crazy in so many ways. Have you found yourself sitting out on your deck saying to yourself “we need more room”, “we could expand this deck”, “you know, it’s been a while since we painted the inside of the house, I am tired of this color” or “I...
by The LorenzTeam | Mar 19, 2021 | In the Community |
What is happening with Real Estate in 2021?? We’re coming out of a pandemic, tens of thousands of people are still reeling from the effects of the closures and job losses – yet Real Estate continues to climb across the country. Specifically, in Sherwood Park, we...
by The LorenzTeam | Mar 10, 2021 | In the Community |
In a typical year, January and February can be a slower market for rural property. Fast forward to 2021, the first two months of this year have seen an increase of showings and offers! There seems to be a growing market of buyers escaping the city for the peace &...
by The LorenzTeam | Feb 22, 2021 | In the Community |
Being born and raised in the town of Tofield, Alberta, I thought I would share the benefits and downsides to help you decide if rural living is for you. For years, I have worked with clients who have successfully made the move and here are some pros and cons to...
by The LorenzTeam | Jan 20, 2021 | In the Community |
Selling (or purchasing) by Owner has always been an option when it comes to Real Estate. As I celebrate my 19th anniversary as a Realtor, I’ve seen many different companies come and go – all with the aim of capturing the ‘by-owner’ market. The...
by The LorenzTeam | Apr 24, 2018 | In the Community |
We would like to thank everyone who entered our prize giveaway draw at the Great Canadian Trade Fair & Sale! We had three great prizes to give away this year. Here are the photos of our happy...
by The LorenzTeam | Dec 27, 2017 | In the Community |
Last week, The LorenzTeam volunteered at the Strathcona County Library’s annual Gift Wrap Fundraiser for the second year in a row. We wrapped Christmas presents at the Sherwood Park Mall for a few hours and collected lots of donations for our local library. We are...
by The LorenzTeam | Jul 20, 2017 | Real Estate Info |
As many of you know, The LorenzTeam recently underwent a brokerage change. Since June 27th, we have been operating at MaxWell Devonshire, in the same building with the same team. So what does this mean for our valued clients and referral partners? Changing brokerages...
by The LorenzTeam | Jun 14, 2017 | In the Community |
Greg Litwin had a great time volunteering at the Motorcycle Ride for Dad event last weekend! For more information on Ride for Dad,...
by The LorenzTeam | Apr 13, 2017 | Contests, In the Community |
The LorenzTeam had a great time at the Great Canadian Trade Fair & Sale this past weekend! We enjoyed networking with other local businesses, meeting new people, and connecting with old friends. We would like to thank everyone who stopped by our booth over the...
by The LorenzTeam | Apr 5, 2017 | Contests, In the Community |
It’s a few days into April, and The LorenzTeam is busy preparing for the Great Canadian Trade Fair & Sale this weekend. To enter to win this awesome Easter basket, come and visit us at booth #103! The Great Canadian Trade Fair & Sale takes place April...
by The LorenzTeam | Feb 15, 2017 | In the Community |
The LorenzTeam is excited to announce that Jeff Lorenz is the newest member of Corporate Connections! Corporate Connections is a global community of like-minded business executives active in high-performance teams that employ advanced business referral, business...
by The LorenzTeam | Feb 1, 2017 | Just for Fun |
Would YOU stay in this little pink house? It’s known as the Little Pink House off Mississippi and it is located in Portland, Oregon. You can stay here for $145 CAD per night. For more information and photos, visit https://www.airbnb.ca/rooms/938257 Submit a...
by The LorenzTeam | Dec 29, 2016 | In the Community |
During the Christmas season, The LorenzTeam volunteered at the Strathcona County Library’s annual Gift Wrap Fundraiser, where we wrapped presents for a few hours at the Sherwood Park Mall. We were happy to volunteer our time to support a good cause – our...
by The LorenzTeam | Dec 8, 2016 | In the Community |
We would like to thank everyone who attended our annual Client & Referral Partner Appreciation Event at Average Joe’s Sports Bar! It was a great night and everyone enjoyed themselves. Congratulations to all of our door prize winners! Thank you to everyone...
by The LorenzTeam | Sep 7, 2016 | In the Community |
Despite the tough market and the even tougher weather, The LorenzTeam got together with Sobeys in Nottingham (688 Wye Road, Sherwood Park) and held a BBQ and Food Drive to raise funds and food donations to help out the Strathcona County Food Bank! We weathered 8...
by The LorenzTeam | Sep 1, 2016 | Just for Fun |
Are you looking to purchase a home in Edmonton, Sherwood Park, Tofield or any of the surrounding areas? Don’t know where to start? Give us a call and well help guide you on your first steps to home ownership! You don’t have to be like Alan and get stuck....
by The LorenzTeam | Aug 10, 2016 | Just for Fun |
by The LorenzTeam | Jun 15, 2016 | In the Community |
On Wednesday afternoon the reins were officially handed over to the new 2016-2017 Sherwood Park and District Chamber of Commerce President David Stanley Smith! (Photos to the left) It has been an exciting and eventful year for Jeff being the President for the Chamber...
by The LorenzTeam | Jun 1, 2016 | In the Community |
Its nice weather to get outside and enjoy some Golf! David Asp of our team decided to help other enjoy golf while he helped volunteer for the 2016 Rotary Golf...
by The LorenzTeam | Jun 1, 2016 | Just for Fun |
This beautiful Flinestones inspired home is located in Malibu, California! It has one bedroom and two bathrooms and sits on more than 22 acres! Can you guess the value of this home? Would you like to live...
by The LorenzTeam | May 20, 2016 | In the Community |
Throwback Thursdsay! The original...
by The LorenzTeam | May 18, 2016 | Just for Fun |
Sailing races and regattas were held at North Cooking Lake, and paddlewheel boats toured between North Cooking Lake and South Cooking Lake in the early 20th century. ...
by The LorenzTeam | May 18, 2016 | In the Community |
This past weekend we got the opportunity to participate with the wonderful organization Stop Hunger Now. We helped pack 10000 meals for children in 3rd world countries so they can attend school to get an education instead of getting a job to be able to afford...
by The LorenzTeam | May 12, 2016 | Just for Fun |
by The LorenzTeam | May 12, 2016 | Sunday Funday!, Just for Fun, In the Community, Fun Fact Friday |
Did you ever wonder the history of the beautiful clock building on whyte ave? Well look no further! The Strathcona Public Building, located on the corner of 82 Avenue and 105 Street in Edmonton was built between 1911 and 1913 during the massive building boom in...
by The LorenzTeam | May 4, 2016 | Just for Fun |
by The LorenzTeam | Apr 28, 2016 | Just for Fun |
Fun Fact Friday! Did you know that the first fire hall for Strathcona County was built in 1958? The building stood on the corner of Alder and Ash, and now is the Strathcona County Museum and Archives? Like Fun Fact Fridays? Sign up for our newsletter to receive...
by The LorenzTeam | Apr 22, 2016 | In the Community |
Happy Earth Day from The LorenzTeam!!! We were so excited to spend earth day out in the community! We stopped by the new Broadview Enviroservice Station (Located at 101 Broadview Road, Sherwood Park) to drop off some of our old electronics to be recycled. This...
by The LorenzTeam | Apr 21, 2016 | In the Community |
As Jeff is the President of the Chamber of Commerce for Sherwood Park, the had the opportunity to meet and introduce Ken Kobly, the President & CEO of the Alberta Chambers of Commerce to speak at the Sherwood Park Chamber Luncheon & General Meeting on April...
by The LorenzTeam | Apr 21, 2016 | In the Community |
A big congratulations to Alana who is the winner of our 2016 Trade Show & Fair giveaway!! Alana is now the proud owner of a brand new fire pit with lots of goodies for making smores and having a good time by the fire. The Sherwood Park Trade Fair & Sale was a...
by The LorenzTeam | Apr 12, 2016 | Just for Fun |
In 1955 the first model homes were open to the public in Sherwood Park. Brochures from these homes stated things like ‘Sherwood Park Ranch Homes [were] designed and built to make your housekeeping easier – to make life more enjoyable – to give you...
by The LorenzTeam | Apr 11, 2016 | In the Community |
This weekend was extremely windy, which made it a good time to visit the Sherwood Park 2016 Great Canadian Trade Fair and Sale! This years Trade Fair was well received and we had the opportunity to meet new people and re-connect with old friends. We always enjoy being...
