When most people think of December, they picture slowing down—holiday parties, gift shopping, warm drinks, and nights spent by the fire. It feels like the world hits pause. And many assume the real estate market does the same… But that’s one of the biggest myths in real estate. In reality, December can give both buyers and sellers a major strategic edge. Here’s why this month might just be your secret weapon: 1. Only Serious Buyers Are Out There Holiday... [read more]

Here are a four easy-to-do enhancements that will boost the value of your home when you decide to move, and enhance your quality of life in the meantime.    ✓ Plant a tree: Nothing adds curb appeal like a well-placed tree. Compare home values of streets with and without trees and the correlation is clear. Further, trees and plants have been proven to help with de-stressing, as well as lowering A/C consumption by up to 40%. Plus, you’ll be doing your part in helping... [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]

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]

Have your home “show ready” at a moment’s notice! When your home’s on the market, getting ready for showings can be a real challenge but it's even harder when you share your home with little ones! The trick to selling a house with kids is to try and make it appeal to buyers who have children as well as those who don’t. Here are a few tips to help you prepare your home for show with kids in tow: Depersonalize - It's important that buyers... [read more]

OTTAWA REAL ESTATE MARKET UPDATE  Buyers get a jump on the Ottawa spring market. Members of the Ottawa Real Estate Board sold 1,660 residential properties in March through the Board’s Multiple Listing Service® System, compared with 1,478 in March 2017, an increase of 12.3 per cent. The five-year average for March sales is 1,339. March’s sales included 358 in the condominium property class and 1,302 in the residential property... [read more]