So you've gone through your home and carefully decluttered every room and space. Feels great! Now the question is: What do you do with all this stuff? Read on for a list of places to donate your used items....
Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays! Wishing all of our clients, colleagues, family and friends a very Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! Joan, Victoria & Luc We are always happy to answer your questions and also put you in touch with other professionals, i.e. mortgage broker, lawyer, handyman,...
Enjoy Local Ottawa Treats this Holiday Season! Whether you are looking for some yummy treats for a holiday gathering you are attending or hosting, or looking for something to give as a gift, there are many local Ottawa options to choose from in our neighbourhood shops!...
Why Should I Get Pre-Approved? Yes you want to find the best interest rate, but you also want to know your budget and be confident that your financing will be approved, once you find your dream home! If you are looking for a new home, be...
“The team at The Joan Smith Real Estate Family are phenomenal. We had such a great experience working with them on selling our first property that we chose them again to help sell our current property and purchase our forever home. We worked quite a...
How to Save Money With a More Energy Efficient Home Having a more energy efficient home can help you save on utility bills, something every homeowner can appreciate. Before the deep freeze settles in, here are some simple and cost-effective ways to reduce your monthly bills...
Staying in Touch - December 2023 - Learn more about: the Ottawa real estate market, events, mortgage information on Why You should Get Pre Approved, Articles: “Hosting guests this holiday season? Create a space they won’t want to leave“, “How to Save Money With...
Easy-to-Miss Home Security Tips for your Vacation If you’re relaxing on a Caribbean beach, visiting family in another city or enjoying a bus tour through historic Paris, the last thing you want to worry about is your home. Most people know the basics of keeping a...
Hosting guests this holiday season? Create a space they won't want to leave If you are hosting guests this holiday season, welcome them with a fresh guest room. Guest bedrooms have a reputation for being the ugly ducklings of most homes. The term “guest room” may...
Choosing between a fixed or variable-rate mortgage Fixed Or Variable-rate mortgage? High Stakes For Homeowners Choosing between a fixed or variable-rate mortgage has become a high-stakes decision. While variable-rate mortgages lost favor due to Bank of Canada interest rate hikes, fixed-rate mortgages have also risen from pandemic lows. Some borrowers still opt for variable...