Selling a home can be stressful in any circumstance, let alone in the midst of a global pandemic. With ongoing uncertainty, and an evolving situation that’s changing by the minute, it can be hard to know what the next step is in the selling process. The world of real estate never stops, as people are […]
Buying or selling a house is a big undertaking under normal circumstances, let alone in the midst of a pandemic. With economic impacts and the uncertainty that accompanies day-to-day life, Canada’s federal, provincial and municipal governments and companies have implemented a number of COVID-19 relief measures to help soften the financial blow. We’ve compiled a list of […]
A fast market, mostly a seller’s market can lead to multiple offers. Perhaps you’ve come through this type of offer scenario successfully and are now the proud owner of the home of your dreams! You are thrilled with your purchase but you realize that you did go well above the asking price. Was it too […]
Members of the Ottawa Real Estate Board sold 1,525 residential properties in March through the Board’s Multiple Listing Service® System, compared with 1,507 in March 2019, an increase of only 1.2 per cent. March’s sales included 1,170 in the residential-property class, up 3.3 per cent from a year ago, and 355 in the condominium-property category, […]
Welcome to 2157 Provence Avenue, located in the Notting Hill community of Orleans. The Notting Hill neighbourhood enjoys easy access to public transit, schools, parks and local amenities. This 4+1 bedroom, 4 bathroom Cardel Sussex model home offers well designed space including a bonus loft. The main floor features gleaming hardwood & tile throughout. Gourmet […]
Holdback Offers are a marketing tool whereby the property is listed for five per cent under market value and offers are held back for a week. They are taken on a certain date in anticipation of multiple offers with the property selling for 10 per cent or more over the asking price. When you list […]
When the time comes to put you house on the market, we tend to spend a lot of time preparing for the practical aspects of the sale: understanding our homes’ market value, learning how to stage, and choosing a brokerage to represent us. However, a less-obvious part of selling – and one that can catch […]
Whether it’s the thought of enjoying the sunsets on the deck or the soothing sound of water at your doorstep, owning a cottage is a dream for many. While many think of their cottage as a solid real estate investment, purchasing a cottage without doing all your homework can lead to serious headaches. If you’re […]
Welcome to 727 Mud Creek Crescent, this executive style bungalow is located in the highly sought-after Riverside South community of Ottawa. Riverside South is one of the fastest growing communities, it offers all of the amenities, superior schools, local parks and great access to public transit. The main level features hardwood throughout the principal rooms. […]
Rising housing prices are putting some homebuyers into a tough spot. Canadians named high housing prices as one of the biggest obstacles impeding home ownership, also on their list was an insufficient salary level preventing them from saving for a down payment. So, how much is a down payment on a house, anyway? The purchasing process […]