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...
With changes in the Ottawa real estate market, many buyers, especially first-time buyers, have had a harder time trying to get into the market place. However, with recent supply increases and settling of the market, now is a good time to review several buying strategies,...
Selling & Buying a Home at the Same Time? With the changes in the Ottawa real estate market to a more balanced market and the supply of homes on the market increasing, selling your present home and purchasing your next home at the same time...
Staying in Touch - November 2023 - Learn more about: the Ottawa real estate market, events, mortgage information on fixed or variable rates, Articles: “Finishing Your Basement to Add Value“, “Role of a Real Estate Lawyer When Buying a Home”, “It’s not always about Price,...
“We interviewed several realtors and Joan and her team outshone the rest with their knowledgeable and experienced approach to the sale our Beaverbrook home of 20 years. Joan, Victoria and Luc were friendly, warm and a pleasure to work with; always prompt with communication and extremely...
It's not always about Price, when it comes to Offers on Homes As the market has shifted, when considering an offer or if you are able to secure two or more competing offers for your home, price will definitely play a role. However, price isn't the...
Role of a Real Estate Lawyer When Buying a Home Purchasing a home is an exciting time, it can also be a time of stress, as it is one of the biggest investments you will make. Just as it is important to ensure you have the...
Finishing your basement has become one of the most popular renovation projects to maximize both space and value in your home. Before you begin the process of finishing your basement there are some key factors to consider....
Is My Mortgage Portable? Planning to move and wondering if your mortgage is able to move with you? Fixed-rate products usually have a portability option. Lenders often use a “blended” system where your current mortgage rate stays the same on the mortgage amount ported over to the new...