Could Ottawa’s real estate market be cooling down? According to June’s 2021 residential resale market, home sales were up only 2% compared to a year ago and there was a lower volume of activity compared to last month (May). For details on June’s...
If you’re selling your Ottawa-area home and wondering whether to renovate the kitchen before putting it on the market, we have some good news: Kitchen renovations typically offer one of the highest returns on investment. But not all improvements are created equal...
Even with a lockdown in both May 2020 and 2021, Ottawa’s current real estate market looks quite different. Compared to May 2020, there was a 71% increase in homes sold in May 2021. For details on May’s activity, we are sharing the OREB’s May report (see...
In the past few decades, Barrhaven has transformed from a bedroom community of Ottawa to an independent hub full of thriving new developments. In our Ottawa Neighbourhood Spotlight series, we’re now visiting Central Barrhaven. This includes...
You’ve heard of curb appeal, but what about backyard appeal? Your backyard is an extension of your home and can add or detract from its value. Although most improvements will increase your property value, they don’t all provide the same return on your investment when...
Even though homes in Ottawa are selling like hotcakes, first impressions matter. Improving your home’s curb appeal will achieve that stop-and-stare look from buyers so you can get it off the market in no time. TIPS FOR IMPROVING YOUR HOME’S CURB APPEAL A...
