Mindfulmoves.ca - Maya Day, YEG Realtor

07/21/2026

Grateful ti have opportunities like this to serve our communities.

This morning, our team had a wonderful opportunity to volunteer with our friends at the Edmonton's Food Bank

From sorting food to packing orders and lifting food bins, it was a great experience to be part of a community that feeds so many.

Until next time. ☺️

06/01/2026

🐶🥾☔ While some people love to play in the rain, I prefer to show homes in it.

With the amount of rain we've had this weekend, buyers have been handed a golden opportunity. 🌧️🏡

Sure, sunny days are great for admiring curb appeal, but a good rainstorm? That's when a home starts revealing some of its secrets. 👀

💦 Does water drain away from the house?
💦 Are the eavestroughs keeping up?
💦 Does the yard turn into a pond?
💦 Are there any clues that moisture might be finding its way where it shouldn't?

After 30 years in real estate, I've learned that some of the most valuable information about a property shows up when the weather doesn't cooperate. ☔

So while many buyers are waiting for blue skies, savvy buyers are pulling on their boots and taking a closer look. 🥾🐾

As for Socrates? He'll happily splash through a puddle or two for the sake of real estate research. 🐶🔍🌧️

If you're house hunting this week, don't curse the rain—use it to your advantage.

📖 Check out my blog:
🌧️ https://mindfulmoves.ca/5-reasons-to-shop-in-the-rain/

Because sometimes the best day to view a home is the day everyone else stays inside. ☔🏡✨

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05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day!

I am so blessed to get to share part of your family lives and to see the different dynamics between mothers and their children and all the different ways that the word family is defined.

Happy Mother’s Day! I miss you Mummy! But I’m very grateful for all you taught me amd the values you gave me. 💛

04/17/2026

📻 If you missed my Expert Minute on Monday on 105.9 Shine FM, I’ve taken a deeper look at this topic in my latest blog: Estate Sales – Selling the Family Home.

Selling a family home is never just about real estate… it’s about a lifetime of memories. It’s the home where life unfolded—first steps down the hallway, family meals that carried on long after the dishes were cleared, holidays gathered around the table, and the quiet everyday moments that only a home like this can hold.

When it comes time to sell, the process is often layered with emotion, responsibility, and important decisions that families don’t always expect to face all at once. That’s why having experienced guidance matters—not just for the sale, but for the transition.

In this blog, I walk through key parts of that journey:

✨ Staging with Heart – How to gently prepare a well-loved, often dated family home so buyers can see its warmth, potential, and story—without losing its character.

⚖️ Understanding Probate – What executors need to know about timelines, responsibilities, and working through the legal steps that allow a home to be sold.

🛠️ Permits, Warranties and Disclosures – How executors, who may not have full knowledge of the home’s history, can navigate the sale responsibly while helping limit liability and keeping the transaction clear and transparent.

💛 Saying Goodbye – The emotional side of letting go, and how families can take the time they need to honour memories while still moving forward into the next chapter.

Read the full blog 👉 https://mindfulmoves.ca/estate-sales/

🎙️Join me every Monday on 105.9 Shine FM at 7:20, 11:20, and 4:20 for my weekly Expert Minute, where I share real estate insights to help you move forward with confidence. 📻



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04/10/2026

This past Monday’s Expert Minute on Shine FM felt especially fitting for Easter Monday. ✝️🌅🐣

Because just like Easter reminds us… there are seasons in life where we walk through something difficult, trusting it’s leading to something better. In real estate, some of the most important decisions come down to enduring a little temporary discomfort for a brighter, more stable future. 💛✨

If you missed me on Monday, I’ve shared a blog post with a few simple tips to help guide those tougher decisions — and how they can not only ease the stress, but help you see a clearer, brighter path forward.

Take a moment to read more here: 👇
https://mindfulmoves.ca/tough-decisions/

• Be thoughtful about your timing ⏳
• Do what you can to present your home well 🏡
• Keep your long-term goals front of mind 🎯
• Focus on what truly matters most 💭

If you’re facing a move that feels heavy right now, you’re not alone. I’m here to help you move through it with clarity, care, and a plan for what comes next. 🤝💛

And be sure to tune in to 105.9 Shine FM next Monday at 7:20, 11:20 AM, and 4:20 PM for another Expert Minute, where I’ll bring insight to another important topic 🎧



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04/05/2026

Let faith arise this Easter ✨

Easter has always been my absolute favourite day of the year 🤍 It brings with it a renewed sense of faith, a spirit of unconditional love for one another, and a quiet, steady hope for the future 🕊️

It’s a reminder that no matter what season we’ve been through, we can move forward with peace and confidence — grounded in the belief that we are forgiven and deeply loved 💛

Wishing you a beautiful Easter filled with light, reflection, and a renewed sense of hope 🌷✨

04/03/2026

Today, over 2.4 billion Christians around the world pause to honour Good Friday.✝️

It’s a reminder of sacrifice, of love that shows up when it’s hardest, and of forgiveness, even when it’s not easy.

And maybe most importantly, it’s a reminder that even in our darkest moments, we are not alone. We are loved, we are forgiven, and whatever pain we’re walking through, it won’t last forever.💛

Hope comes in the morning. So, while we sit in the heaviness of Friday, we also hold onto faith and hope for what’s ahead… because we know Sunday will come.🌼

Wishing you quiet moments of peace and reflection as we move through this Good Friday.🕊️

“For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life.” — John 3:16 ✝️🕊️💛🌼

04/01/2026

If you missed my Monday Expert Minute on 105.9 Shine FM, don’t worry. I’ve got you covered!🎙️

I’ve taken this week’s topic, Emotional Preparedness, and gone deeper on my blog ✨ Because the truth is, buying or selling a home isn’t just a financial decision, it’s an emotional one too.

In this post, I walk you through:
• Why emotional preparedness is often the most overlooked part of a move 🧠
• How to get clear on what truly matters before you make decisions 🎯
• Understanding your limits — time, energy, and budget ⏳
• Navigating the emotional side of letting go or starting fresh ❤️

If you’re thinking about making a move, this is a must-read.

👉 https://mindfulmoves.ca/emotional-preparedness/

And be sure to tune in to 105.9 Shine FM next Monday at 7:20, 11:20 AM, and 4:20 PM for another Expert Minute, where I’ll bring insight to another important topic 🎧



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03/31/2026

Thank you to the REALTORS' Community Foundation for giving Edmonton REALTORS® the chance to spend some time giving back yesterday at the Edmonton Food Bank. 💛

The Edmonton Food Bank does such important work in our city, supporting families week in and week out with the basics they need, and doing it with so much care behind the scenes. 🤝

Every time I volunteer there, it really puts things into perspective. Yesterday was especially tough. We were struggling to fill boxes because so many staple items just weren’t there. Things like bread, cereal, pasta sauce, even toilet paper… the everyday basics. Too many hampers went without, which is hard to see, because those are the things that help a household feel a little more normal for the week ahead. 🧻🍞🥣🍝

If you’re looking for a simple way to help, the Edmonton Food Bank accepts food donations at 📍11508 120 St NW, Edmonton. Even a few items can make a real difference right now. 🤝📦

Very grateful to both the REALTORS' Community Foundation and the Edmonton Food Bank for continuing to give us these opportunities to show up and help, even in a small way, one box at a time. 📦



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03/25/2026

Mom, is this the spring market?