Source: OREB What happened in the Ottawa market in December 2023? In December 2023, the Ottawa market, as reported by the Ottawa Real Estate Board (OREB), saw a boost with the sale of 565 homes through the real estate system, marking a 7.6% increase from the same month in 2022. Despite this growth, home sales lagged behind the average for
Hidden Costs When Buying a Home in Ottawa Buying or selling a home is one of the largest financial transactions you will ever make. It may even seem daunting or overwhelming. But it doesn’t have to feel that way. When considering all the fees and any potential hidden costs to watch out for when buying
First off I want to wish everyone a very happy new year! Can you believe it’s 2023 already? (I can’t!). I know that we are all very busy working on our 2023 goals. So, if buying your first home, or purchasing an investment property is on your 2023 bucket list – this is your sign!
5 Steps to Buying Your First Home in Ottawa As a young adult, buying your first home can be an exciting and challenging process. With many different factors to take into account, such as preferred location, price range and desired amenities, it’s easy to get overwhelmed. However, armed with the right knowledge and preparation,
How to sell my Barrhaven home fast? How to sell my Barrhaven home? Selling a home can be a big task for most home owners to take on. Not only does your home need to be prepped for sale, but then you have the enormous feat of finding a local real estate agent that you
How to Choose the Best Ottawa Realtor for You So, you’re ready to start looking to purchase or sell your Ottawa home. Congratulations! Now, how do you choose the best Ottawa realtor for you? The real estate market in Ottawa is an extremely competitive place, and it can be difficult for potential buyers to
The Offer Process when buying a home The past few years have seen an Ottawa housing market that has been getting increasingly hotter, with bidding wars becoming commonplace. This can be stressful and daunting to buyers, especially those purchasing their first home. So how can you make sure that your offer stands out from the
Are you a first-time home buyer looking to jump into the real estate market? But you’re scared that you might make a mistake along the way. Well if so, I’m going to be going over 8 common first time home buyer mistakes. And how you can avoid making them. Now, this is a 2-part video
What are the top 8 most common first time home buyer mistakes, and how can you avoid making them? Are you a first time home buyer in the Ottawa area and are thinking about dipping your feet into the world of real estate investing. But you feel overwhelmed and feel like there is just so
Buying A Home in Ottawa with Shaunna McIntosh Buying a home in Ottawa can seem daunting. Because there are so many wonderful neighbourhoods, you may be overwhelmed by the choice. So how do you pick the right one for you? That is where an experienced Ottawa realtor comes in! Knowing the unique features of each
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