How to Know When You’re Ready to Buy Your First Home
It’s easy to assume that most buyers and sellers are looking for the best real estate agent in Ottawa because why would you want anyone but the best? But how do you actually find the best agent for YOU? If you’ve looked for a real estate agent in your area, you’ve likely searched “best real […]
What Will Happen to Ottawa Real Estate This Fall 2022?
It’s September 2nd, which means only 20 days until Summer is officially over. This summer has been interesting for Ottawa real estate, to say the least, but what’s to come for the fall season? Here’s Our Fall 2022 Market Outlook for Ottawa! Royal LePage is forecasting just a 5% increase in the aggregate price of […]
Red Flags ALL First-Time Buyers Should Be Aware Of
If you’re a first-time homebuyer going through this process all by yourself or with a partner who is also a first-time buyer, we have a few things you should do to ensure your home buying process is as smooth as possible. Not everyone has access to help or guidance from a trusted friend or family […]
As the Housing Market Cools, Rent Heats Up
In a report released by the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) in July, figures confirm that rising interest rates are dragging down the ownership market. Home sales have been actively trending downward since April of this year, reaching a 24% year-over-year decrease in June. Since housing is a supply and demand game, cooling in one […]
Will the Ottawa Housing Market Crash?
There’s a lot of fear and uncertainty circulating when it comes to the state of Canada’s housing market. News outlets are talking about a looming recession, rising interest rates, and inflation at an all-time high, and everyone is left wondering where the housing market will go in 2023. Whether you’re looking to enter the market […]
I Bought at the Peak of the Market and Now Feel Major Buyer’s Remorse
So, you bought a home in 2021 or early 2022 at the peak of the housing frenzy, and now you’re worried you overpaid and won’t see a return on your investment. You’ve seen countless news articles and clips talking about inflation, a recession, and the cooling of the real estate market, which hasn’t helped ease […]
Will I Be Able to Afford My Mortgage If Rates Rise?
Many homeowners who capitalized on the all-time low mortgage rates over the last couple of years are worried that when it’s time to renew, they won’t be able to afford their monthly payments. In fact, 1 in 4 homeowners said they’d have to sell their homes if interest rates rise more. The low-interest rates that […]
Is Ottawa a Good Place to Invest in Real Estate?
If you’re thinking of investing in real estate, you should definitely consider the Ottawa market. There are many reasons why Ottawa could be a great place to invest in real estate, given the conditions across the Canadian housing market. Although, it’s essential to remember that real estate investment is a long-term investment that typically provides […]
How the Cooling Ottawa Market Will Benefit Homebuyers
Homebuyers, there’s finally some good news for you! The market is cooling, so you’ve got some leverage back to finally find your dream home. While we’re not quite in a balanced market yet, there’s some optimism for homebuyers looking to enter the Ottawa market. We’ve seen a decrease in sales over the last three months […]
How To Take Care of Your Home This Summer
Whether this is your first summer in your home or your 10th, here are some things you should be doing this season to take care of your property. Break out the power washer! There’s no better time to power wash driveways, decks, walkways and your home’s exterior than when the weather is warm. You’d be […]
