Buying a home is expensive, so why spend more money on a home inspection? Well, having a professional perform a home inspection can actually help your wallet in the long run. You’ll improve your chances of avoiding unwanted housewarming “gifts” – like a surprise rain shower from a broken pipe – and decrease your chances […]
While summer heralds great rejoicing by outdoor enthusiasts around the country, warm-weather lawn care can be a bit of a daunting task. This is especially true if you are a first-time homeowner or novice landscaper. Fortunately, maintaining a healthy lawn isn’t challenging – heed this simple list of do’s and don’ts to keep your lawn looking […]
Attention first-time home-buyers and investors! Conveniently located in the west end of Ottawa, this 2 Storey 2+1 bedroom 1.5 bathroom condo offers an affordable carefree lifestyle with easy access to parks, transit, shopping, walking trails plus more! Large Living/Dining Room adjacent to the galley kitchen with access to the patio. The second floor boasts 2 […]
While it’s not a dramatic renovation project, regular home maintenance will help you maintain your home’s value. In fact, proper maintenance actually increases the value of a house by about 1 percent each year, according to research from the University of Connecticut and Syracuse University. Here are some strategies for keeping on track. Focus on Enemy […]
It can be stressful to see your home languish on the market while others in your neighborhood are moving quickly. A home that isn’t selling can cost you time and money, not to mention your sanity. Here are five reasons your home may not be selling, and advice for addressing them. 1. Pricing Of course, […]
Selling your home in today’s market requires thoughtful planning and expertise. Buyers usually make snap judgements on whether or not your home fits into their criteria based on what they see in drive-by’s or what they see in photos online. The way your property looks from the street compared to your neighbour’s is a key […]
Budgeting for Inflation – as written by Sean Rankin If you thought the end of the pandemic would bring a return to economic normalcy, 2022 has certainly been surprising. Summer has seen inflation return to the forefront of consumers’ economic worries for the first time in decades. The inflation rate was 8.1% in June 2022, […]
Looking for something to do this month? Take a look at these suggestions from OttawaTourism.ca. Full Moon Yoga, August 11 The MPI Foundation Canada Council, Move Camp Canada and the City of Ottawa are proud to announce the return of Full Moon Yoga at Lansdowne Park! Full Moon Yoga is offered free to the public […]
Members of the Ottawa Real Estate Board sold 1,110 residential properties in July through the Board’s Multiple Listing Service® System, compared with 1,718 in July 2021, a decrease of 35 per cent. July’s sales included 840 in the residential-property class, down 36 per cent from a year ago, and 270 in the condominium-property category, a […]
After months of touring homes, playing phone tag with your mortgage lender and researching school districts, you’ve finally closed on a house. Congratulations! Now the hard part begins. Moving is always a pain in the neck (and back), but if you plan ahead and stay organized you can certainly reduce your stress level. Here are […]
