09 Aug Staying in Touch – August 2024 Newsletter

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Staying in Touch – August 2024 Newsletter

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Happy August!

August is already here! We are enjoying some summer activities and hopefully you are too. The weather is certainly not very predictable and it is a good reminder to us how important it is for everyone to do what we can to slow climate change. We are proud supporters of Forests Ontario, it is a wonderful way to help.

The Ottawa real estate market is still changing and this month is a good time to list your home for a fall closing. Sales in July totaled 1,241 units, approximately a 13.6% increase from July 2023 and year-to-date, home sales increased 5.5% compared to the same period in 2023. Fundamentals continue to be important, regular home maintenance, curb appeal, staging and pricing based on market value for successful sales and purchases.

Grassroot Grannies will be doing their annual RIDE TO TURN THE TIDE on Sept 4th and 5th, which has been very successful and we have been proud to have supported them for the past eleven years. The 15th annual RIDE TO TURN THE TIDE, is a very fantastic fundraiser for the Stephen Lewis Foundation. Funds raised will support African grandmothers, who in the wake of the global health emergency caused by HIV/AIDS have stepped in to raise a generation of orphaned grandchildren. The 2024 edition of the RIDE TO TURN THE TIDE is a 2 day event and cyclists will ride from Stittsville to Perth returning the next day, or ride one day, choosing routes of different distances. To find out how you can support this cause, CLICK HERE for details.

Also, don’t forget to register for the City of Ottawa fall recreation and culture programs, registration is open! (Click here for details)

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