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Selecting a Building Inspector

10 Mar Selecting a Building Inspector

Posted at 17:50h in Blog, Buyer Tips, New Build Construction, Press, Selling Tips

Selecting a Building Inspector In today's Ottawa real estate market we are seeing many purchasers include a condition for a home inspection in their offer. Generally purchasers also have more time to view properties and potentially go back for a second showing of properties that they...

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Top 3 Improvements

08 Mar Top 3 Improvements to Make When Selling Your Home

Posted at 17:45h in Blog, Homeowner Tips, Press, Selling Tips

Improving the appearance of your home, both inside and out, can contribute greatly to the interest of potential buyers and to the successful sale of a property. Purchasers want to be able to visualize living in their new home. Here are the top 3 improvements...

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February Newsletter for Joan Smith - image of red cardinal in tree

12 Feb Staying in Touch – February 2025 Newsletter

Posted at 17:04h in Blog, Buyer Tips, Home decor, Homeowner Tips, In the Community, Investment Properties, Market Update, Market Value, Mortgages, Moving Tips, New Build Construction, Newsletter, Ottawa neighbourhoods, Press, Renovations, Selling Tips

Update on Ottawa Real Estate Market, Financing Tips for first-time buyers, upgraders & downsizers, 2025 Colours, Buying a New Build, Preventing Mould & Local events!...

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Home market value and how do you dertermine it

09 Feb What is the Market Value of Your Home?

Posted at 13:50h in Blog, Market Value, Press, Selling Tips

What is the Market Value of Your Home? As a seller, having your home evaluated by a qualified person with excellent market knowledge and experience in your neighborhood is key to determining the market value for your home. Establishing the right price for your home according...

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Start the year of fresh - declutter and donate

01 Feb Start the Year Off Fresh – Declutter & Donate!

Posted at 17:50h in Blog, Homeowner Tips, Moving Tips, Press, Selling Tips

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....

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January 2025 - Rideau Canal Ottawa

13 Jan Staying in Touch – January 2025 Newsletter

Posted at 11:38h in Blog, Buyer Tips, Home decor, Homeowner Tips, In the Community, Investment Properties, Market Update, Market Value, Mortgages, Moving Tips, New Build Construction, Newsletter, Ottawa neighbourhoods, Press, Renovations, Selling Tips

Update on Ottawa Real Estate Market, Financing Tips for first-time buyers, upgraders & downsizers, 2025 Colours, Buying a New Build, Preventing Mould & Local events!...

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Colour Trends & Colour of the Year 2025

03 Jan 2025 Colour Trends & Refreshing Your Home

Posted at 16:05h in Blog, Home decor, Homeowner Tips, Press, Renovations, Selling Tips

2025 Colour Trends & Refreshing Your Home If you are thinking of sprucing up your property with a fresh coat of paint, the first thing that comes to mind is colour. For some great ideas see the Benjamin Moore 2025 Colour Trends palette which is a...

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December Christmas in Ottawa 2024

11 Dec Staying in Touch – December 2024 Newsletter

Posted at 15:13h in Blog, Buyer Tips, Home decor, Homeowner Tips, In the Community, Investment Properties, Market Update, Market Value, Mortgages, Moving Tips, New Build Construction, Newsletter, Ottawa neighbourhoods, Press, Renovations, Selling Tips

Staying in Touch December/24 - Ottawa Real Estate Market, 2025 Predictions & Mortgages, Benefits of House Plants, Spring Reno Plan & Local Christmas events!...

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Fresh start to new year & time to get organized, go through closets, home maintenance, cleaning & where you can donate items in Ottawa - Blog

09 Dec Using Christmas Break to Prepare your Home for Sale

Posted at 13:17h in Blog, Homeowner Tips, Market Value, Press, Selling Tips

Using Christmas Break to Prepare your Home for Sale If you're thinking about selling your home in 2025, you can use some time on the Christmas break to prepare your home for market and review your finances, so your ready in the new year. Here are...

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Selling your home in the Winter Time - picture of house in winter

02 Dec 4 Advantages of the winter real estate market

Posted at 14:00h in Buyer Tips, Press, Selling Tips

4 Advantages of the winter real estate market You may be wondering if it’s a good idea to list your home for sale or purchase your next home in the winter months. Here are 4 Advantages of the winter real estate market: 1.  Most buyers aren’t just...

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