Why Fernie Real Estate is a Smart Investment in 2025

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📈 Fernie's real estate market has grown an impressive 14.42% year-over-year, with average home prices now exceeding $750,000. But what does this mean for you as a buyer or investor?

In this episode of The Property Mindset Podcast, Phil Gadd explains why buying real estate in Fernie is not only a smart financial investment but also an opportunity to embrace a thriving mountain lifestyle. Whether you’re searching for a vacation home, rental property, or permanent residence, Phil offers a step-by-step guide to help you navigate Fernie’s competitive market.

What You’ll Learn:

✅ Key strategies for buying real estate in Fernie
✅ How to handle limited inventory and win in bidding wars
✅ Why ski-in/ski-out properties and pocket listings are gold
✅ The importance of pre-approval and acting fast in a competitive market
✅ Pro tips for long-term investment and rental income opportunities

🎯 If you're ready to make your Fernie real estate dreams a reality, this episode is for you!

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Episode Transcript

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Did you know that the Ferniereal estate market.
Has seen consistent growth yearover year, 14.42%.
With average home price isclimbing to over 750,000.
Investing in Fernie, isn't justabout owning a property.
It's about securing financialstability.
While enjoying one of Canada'smost vibrant mountain

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communities.
Do you want to know how to makeit happen?
Welcome to the property mindsetpodcast, where we explore
everything real estate frommarket trends to practical
strategies for success.
Whether you're a buyer or selleror an inspiring investor, a
seasoned professional, or simplysomeone who loves real estate.
This podcast is for you.

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Welcome back to the propertymindset podcast, where we
explore real estateopportunities that align with
your lifestyle and investmentgoals.
I'm your host, Phil GAD.
And today we're talking aboutwhy buying real estate in Fernie
is a genius move.
Whether you're looking for avacation, home investment
property or a permanent placejust to call home Fernie offers

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a unique combination of outdooradventure, community charm and
solid market growth.
in this episode, I'll walk youthrough everything you need to
know to make your real estatedreams in Fernie.
A reality.

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But before we dive in to theFernie real estate market, there
are a few things you need toprepare.
Fernie's housing market is verycompetitive with high demand for
skiing chalets, mountain homes,and downtown condos.
research recent sale trends andoverall home prices in the area.
Inventory has always been aproblem here in Fernie.

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Number two, know your financingoptions, whether you're looking
for traditional mortgage orexploring investor focus loans.
securing pre-approval we'll giveyou a clear budget and a
competitive edge.
Familiarize yourself with localregulations.
From zoning laws to vacationrental rules, understanding
Fernie's property guidelineswill ensure that you're fully

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informed.
A local real estate agent willhelp you navigate these details.
So let's now break down astep-by-step process of buying
real estate here in Fernie.
start by exploring currentlistings online and getting a
feel for Fernie's neighborhoods.
Popular areas include the skiresort, downtown Fernie and

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outlying areas like west Fernie,also popular subdivisions or
Montaine and the Cedars.
Connect with a local agent.
Again, hint, hint.
That's me.
Work with someone who knows thephony market inside out a local
agent will help you identifyproperties that match your goals
and budget.
Secure financing.

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Get pre-approved for a mortgageto know exactly what you can
afford.
Fernie's competitive market.
I mean, sellers often prioritizeborrowers who have solid
financing in place.
Visit properties, scheduleviewings to explore your top
choices.
Take note of factors likeproperty condition.

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Location.
And potential for appreciationor rental income.
Make an offer.
Work with your local agent tocraft a competitive offer
depending on the market.
You may need to act quickly tosecure your ideal property.
Due diligence one.
See offers accepted, conductinginspections and review any
necessary documents, ensureeverything checks out.

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Close the deal work with aFernie lawyer.
we can put you in touch with thebest ones in town.
finalize your purchase.
And soon the keys to your Fernyproperty will be in your hands.
So here's a few pro tips fornavigating the Fernie real
estate market.
Timing is key.
Spring and the fall.
Our prime times to buy propertyhere in Fernie.

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But shopping in the quietestseasons will definitely give you
an edge.
this time here in December, Isone of the best months to buy
real estate.
Because there's lesscompetition.
Buyers pretty much serious bias.
So they want to buy a property.
There's less buyers in themarket.

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And there's still inventory.
If there's still inventory.
On the market this time of year,then sellers definitely want to
sell.
Think long term.
Consider properties with rentalincome.
All those in areas with strongappreciation trends.
Ski in ski out properties, forexample, are obviously.
Highly sought after here inFernie.

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Be ready to act.
With furnace, competitivemarket, good properties.
Don't stay on the market long.
Have your financing in place andprepared to move quickly.
Leverage your local knowledge.
Use your real estate agent.
To provide insights into thebest neighborhoods, upcoming
developments and market trends.

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A really good local real estateagent will probably have a
couple of pocket listingsavailable to you as well.
Which are listings that don'texist on the MLS, but your local
agent will have access to.
buying real estate here inFernie can come with its
challenges.
Here's how to navigate somecommon issues.
We find here in Fernie.

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limited inventory.
We definitely struggle withthat.
When I bought my first home inFernie in 2007.
I think at the time I had threeproperties to choose from the
Rin my criteria.
If you're struggling to find theright property, be patient and
work closely with your agent.
Off market pocket listings.
Our opportunities thatdefinitely come along.

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Bidding wars stand out in acompetitive market.
We at first strikes, real estatehave had much success.
helping our clients incompetitive office situations.
consider lots of things that weconsider.
Some of them being flexible,closing dates, always work with
the seller.
On what they would like.

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writing a personal letter to theseller definitely helps.
It has helped us win offers inthe past.
And it's very good strategy.
Knowing your zoning andregulations.
If you're buying a rentalproperty, make sure you check
the local bylaws to ensureshort-term rentals.
I'll permit it.
Cause they are not permitted in.
many areas here in Fernie.

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With the right preparation andsupport from your realtor.
These challenges.
Can be turned intoopportunities.
to wrap up buying real estate inFernie is not just a financial
investment.
It's an investment in alifestyle from stunning mountain
views to a thriving mountaincommunity.
Fernie offers a uniqueopportunity to build wealth and

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enjoy everything.
This incredible town has tooffer.
By understanding the market,preparing your finances and
working with the right expert.
You can make your Fernie realestate dreams a reality.
Thanks for tuning in to theproperty mindset podcast.
If you're ready to take yourfirst steps, investing here in
Fernie.
Leave a comment below with yourquestions or share your

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experiences.
And make sure to subscribe.
To get notifications and whenall my videos.
We'll be coming out and itreally does.
Help the channel.
So until next time I'm Phil GADstay focused, stay informed and
keep building the propertymindset.