OTTAWA REAL ESTATE BLOG
Mortgage Stress Test – Is This Important to Us?
The Dynamic Ottawa Real Estate Market COVID-19 tragically swept across Canada last year. It sadly changed many aspects of our lives. One of the areas that we did not anticipate was the impact on the residential real estate market. We have witnessed an unprecedented roller-coaster in-home sale in Ottawa. The Federal Government has been concerned […]
Renovating your Home – What Should I Do to Get the Best Price
The Dynamic Ottawa Housing Market There have been many impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic with one being the significant change in the Ottawa residential housing market. For many years Ottawa enjoyed a stable market with a predictable inventory of homes. There was a slow and steady growth in the value of the houses. This has […]
Is It Time to Renovate Your Basement?
When you walk downstairs to your basement, do you look around and think we could turn this into a much more comfortable living space? Does watching the home renovations shows on TV give you some exciting ideas helping you visualize what your basement would look like? It might be time to renovate your basement. This […]
6 Things To Do Before Settling Into Your New Home
Buying a home is an exciting time for both new home buyers and experienced buyers alike. It is a fresh start, with new walls to build your life within. However, once the move begins, things can feel stressful, frantic, and exhausting, especially if there’s extra work to be done while boxes are being piled one […]
COVID-19 changed the face of Real Estate in Ottawa
Real Estate in Ottawa has been a hot topic for some time now. Despite the industry's sudden shutdown at the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic, home sales picked up as soon as it was announced that the Real Estate industry was deemed an essential service. Since then, Ottawa residents have been fascinated as they watch […]
5 Winter Home Selling Tips to Elevate Curb Appeal
While some people look down on it, selling your home in the winter can actually be a great experience. Buyers this time of year are more serious, and with a currently low inventory, Real Estate in Ottawa is advantageous for sellers. Many homes sold in the winter months have had multiple offers, and have sold […]
Virtual Open Houses in 2021
Live stream open houses have never been more popular in the real estate world. “Since the feature was made available on REALTOR.ca in April, there have been more than 24,800 live stream open houses conducted by more than 2,600 REALTORS® across Canada.” according to CREA. That’s a lot of people that potentially have been saved […]
What do Luxury Condos in Ottawa look like?
Some buyers have dreams of a white picket fence, others imagine a life of luxury when purchasing a home. Those in pursuit of this lifestyle may be curious to know what to expect in the Ottawa luxury condominium market. Luxury condos in Ottawa are typically found in the downtown core, with good proximity to […]
Online User’s Guide to Buying a Home During Covid
The New Importance of Online Tools COVID-19 has changed our lives dramatically. All facets of our day to day routine were transformed. Initially, the Real Estate community saw a drastic slowdown in the sale of homes. However, the industry was quick to adapt to the new challenging environment as we were deemed an essential service. […]
Saving Money to Buy Your Home – What Can You Afford
Everyone needs a place to call home. It’s our base. It’s the foundation upon which we build our lives. It defines our sense of community and the satisfaction of participation. But what is the price tag that comes with owning your own home? How do we secure the money to become homeowners? How do we […]
Shopping Local this Christmas – Supporting Local Economy
The holidays are fast approaching, and the recent snowfall has heightened the spirit of giving and kindness of residents in the city. People are buying gifts for family and friends, trying to get ahead of the last-minute December holiday rush. Instead of spending hours in line buying gift boxes and gadgets, buy something unique and […]
Buying a Home with a Friend
Buying a home with a friend is a good way to get into the housing market. The pandemic has affected businesses everywhere, the Real Estate market has rebounded well. House sales experienced a little interruption early on. It has bounced back bigger and better than what could have ever expected. This has been a result of […]
Community Associations in Ottawa
Here is everything you need to know about the Community Associations in Ottawa. Finding a community you feel connected to can be a huge factor in buying a new home. Some people prefer to stay within the community they know best. Others venture out to discover new areas and build new connections. Discovering the ins […]
Time to Buy a Year-Round Cottage
This year has been a real challenge for all of us. The combination of the COVID-19 virus and uncertain economic times have been incredibly worrisome. With the arrival of Fall, the situation is still uncertain and extremely stressful. During the summer, many of us were dreaming of escaping to a safe and relaxing haven. As […]
Closing the Cottage for the Winter
It is always a sad day when you are sitting at the cottage, and the leaves start to turn, and you realize that the nights are getting cooler. We usually delay the decision to close up the cottage to the last minute. Given our uncertain weather events these days, it is best not to wait. Frozen pipes can cause a great deal of damage.