Condominium sales continue to pave the way in Ottawa’s real estate market, with sales rising an incredible 16.8 per cent since the same time last year. This is likely fueled by a current lack of inventory in the lower price points of the residential market. The first half of 2018 saw a decrease of 37…
As our Nation’s Capital, Canada Day is one of the biggest days of the year for Ottawa. Not only do people come from across the country to celebrate here, but Ottawans love to get out and enjoy everything their wonderful city has to offer on this momentous day! Whether you’re an Ottawa resident, or…
Is Paint Primer Really Necessary? Paint primer has been a popular mainstay for prepping walls for heavy-duty painting. But how does paint primer work? Is it an important requirement for your painting project or just an unnecessary step? We will explain everything you need to know: What is paint primer? Paint primer is…
7 Ways to Keep Your Home Clean When You Have Pets We all love our furry four-legged family members! However, we don’t always love the dirt, smell and mess they make in our homes. Whether you are planning to sell your home or you simply don’t want it to be immediately obvious to all…
Ottawa is a historic and beautiful city that has the honour of being home to many vibrant and diverse communities. This diversity is reflected in the exciting calendar of events happening in Ottawa year-round. Whether you live in Ottawa, or are just visiting during the summer months, we have gathered together some of our favourite…
Selling and buying a home can be a very exciting, albeit daunting, experience. Before you put your home on the market, you need to make sure that you are fully prepared to sell in order to achieve the best price for your current home. We’ve spoken to our top Royal LePage Performance Realty RealtorsⓇ and…
5 Natural and Non-Toxic Recipes to Clean Your Home We all like to keep our homes fresh and clean, but using a variety of chemical cleaners may not always be the healthiest choice for your home or your family. It’s especially worth considering using non-toxic alternatives in the winter months as we spend so…
February Real Estate Market Summary Currently, the Ottawa real estate market is suffering with a supply side issue. Despite the fact that buyer demand is high, a lack of available properties for sale in both the residential-class and condominium markets, meant that sales were not as high as they could have been in the…
Is your stock of cleaning supplies getting low? Skip the cleaning cabinet and head to your garage! Some of the same products you use on your car can also work wonders inside your home. Here are five car cleaning products that work double duty: Windshield squeegee You use your windshield squeegee to…
5 Things to Look Out for When Buying a Home Buying a home can be a long and overwhelming process with so many varying factors to think about that you might not be sure where to start! We’ve gathered together five important items worth taking into consideration to help you out as you begin…