OTTAWA REAL ESTATE MARKET UPDATE  Condo sales  keep Ottawa market from overheating.   Members of the Ottawa Real Estate Board sold 2,070 residential properties in June through the Board’s Multiple Listing Service® System, compared with 2,163 in June 2017, a decrease of 4.3 per cent. The five-year average for June sales is 1,914. June’s sales included 455 in the condominium property class, an increase of 11.5 per cent from... [read more]

Avoid Home Buyer’s Remorse Buying a home can be an emotional roller coaster which is why it's so easy to make mistakes. Here are a few common buyer blunders to be aware of:   Not Thinking Ahead - If you’re hoping to start a family in your new home one day, it pays to consider features like local parks and school zones.   Buying a Home that's too Expensive - Buyers who overextend themselves are often forced to sell at a loss. Avoid... [read more]