July Real Estate Market Summary

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…

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Simple Ways to be Happier at Home

  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…

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June Real Estate Market Summary

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…

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Is Paint Primer Really Necessary?

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…

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The Best Ottawa Events to See This Summer

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…

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February Real Estate Market Summary

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…

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