Thanksgiving is a wonderful time of year to relax, spend time with loved ones, and appreciate all the things in your life that you are thankful for. It is also a time to overeat! Hosting family during the holidays can be both stressful and expensive. If you are hosting Thanksgiving dinner this year but are…
The fall Ottawa real estate market continues to do well, despite continued supply-side issues and low inventory. With more residential properties on the market, we could expect to see even more significant growth. The condominium market continues its robust upward progression, accounting for a greater proportion of year-to-date unit sales. “Economic fundamentals are at play…
Fall is a wonderful time of year to be in Ottawa. There are so many beautiful and scenic spots to go and experience the beauty of the season, while also providing entertainment for the whole family. We’ve rounded up a few of our favourite family events happening in the National Capital Region this fall! Zip-lining…
As we transition into fall and winter draws nearer, it’s time to consider getting our homes ready for the coming months. The colder weather can be hard on the exterior of our homes, and small tasks that will help to keep your home running more efficiently are often overlooked. Here are a few exterior home…
The Ottawa real estate market experienced a very busy summer period, with this buoyancy of activity looking posed to continue into the fall season. With both residential and condominium sales and home prices up since the same time last year, this positive growth indicates an encouraging active future for the real estate market in Ottawa.…
If you’ve moved house before, you know things can get a little hectic and muddled for a few days! Before you’ve unpacked, nothing is where it needs to be and you can feel a little out of sorts. If you have a big move coming up, here are a few helpful tips to help you…
There are a few appliances in our homes that get a lot of frequent use but, as a result, can often take a real beating. You may not think about it but your oven, dishwasher and washing machine need frequent deep cleans to keep them running in tip top condition. Here are a few simple…
July Real Estate Market Summary The real estate market in Ottawa last month continued to be bolstered by condominium sales, with year-to-date condo unit sales up 16.5 percent from July of last year. The market is seeing positive improvement in inventory levels in both the residential and condominium property classes, which bodes well for…
Your home is your castle, a place of comfort and refuge when your day isn’t going that great. Often, stepping through our front door makes us breathe a sigh of relief to be home. However, this isn’t always the case. Sometimes, the clutter and mess can build up and suddenly our home isn’t a…
Staging a home can be a finicky process. After all, you only get one chance to make a good first impression! You want potential buyers to have an emotional connection to the home, and leave with a positive feeling. So, what are the best ways to achieve this? And what are the things you should…