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Top 5 Home Renovations with the Best Return on Investment

Well-planned home renovations can really enhance your home’s appeal and amp up its price when it’s time to sell. But not all improvements bring a hefty return on investment (ROI). Knowing the most promising updates can help strategize your revamping efforts for an attractive sale. Read on for a rundown of the top five home […]
Moved In and Cash Strapped? 6 Tips to Cut Expenses

Moving into a new home brings with it the promise of a fresh start and new experiences, but it can also bring some financial challenges. These ideas will help you shift from scrimping to saving in no time at all. Moving into a new home brings with it the promise of a fresh […]
Home Ownership

4 Investments Worth Making in Your First Home

You’ve just bought your first home – congratulations! Now it’s time to make your home feel like, well, home by undertaking some long-term investments that will not only look beautiful, but will also last you for years to come. In today’s post, we’re offering some advice for first-time homeowners on areas where spending […]
Home Ownership, Home Ownership, Home Ownership

A Beginner’s Guide to Understanding Homeowners Insurance

Top 5 Home Renovations with the Best Return on Investment Well-planned home renovations can really enhance your home’s appeal and amp up its price when it’s time to sell. But not all improvements bring a hefty return on investment (ROI). Knowing the most promising updates can help strategize your revamping efforts for an attractive sale. Read on for a rundown of the top five home […]

Moved In and Cash Strapped? 6 Tips to Cut Expenses Moving into a new home brings with it the promise of a fresh start and new experiences, but it can also bring some financial challenges. These ideas will help you shift from scrimping to saving in no time at all. Moving into a new home brings with it the promise of a fresh […]

Home Ownership 4 Investments Worth Making in Your First Home You’ve just bought your first home – congratulations! Now it’s time to make your home feel like, well, home by undertaking some long-term investments that will not only look beautiful, but will also last you for years to come. In today’s post, we’re offering some advice for first-time homeowners on areas where spending […]

Home Ownership A Beginner’s Guide to Understanding Homeowners Insurance

Buying A Home Navigating Open House Tours: A Home Buyer’s Guide Open house tours are a crucial part of the buying process, giving you the chance to explore your options and envision your future in a new home. To make the most of your property visit, come prepared by following these important steps. Do Your Research Before attending an open house, do some research on […]

Should You Buy or Rent a Home? In today’s competitive real estate market, you may wonder if it’s better to rent a place or buy a home. Purchasing a residence can provide more privacy and future investment potential, while renting allows for more flexibility and less maintenance. Both options have a myriad of pros and cons, but it ultimately will depend […]

Buying A Home The Benefits of Working With a Real Estate Agent In a competitive real estate market, you need more than just luck on your side. Whether you’re looking to sell your property or finally get your hands on your dream home, one thing’s for sure – you need the expertise of a seasoned real estate agent who has neighborhood knowledge, market insights, negotiation finesse and […]

Selling A Home Spring Into Action: Tips for Selling Your Home This Season As temperatures rise and flowers begin to bloom, now is the perfect time for a spring home sale. In fact, real estate data provider ATTOM found that properties sold in April, May and June garnered the highest returns over the last 12 years. If you want to take advantage of the season’s vibrant energy and […]

Why Spring Is the Best Time To Sell Your Home As winter ends, a burst of activity takes over the property market and potential buyers come calling. During this time, the housing market can also just look more appealing, accented with emerging greenery and the start of colorful blooms. Learn why spring is the best time to sell your home, and why this is […]

Newsletter Ottawa Market Statistics – January 2024 Ottawa’s real estate market thawed in January but sales were still slow. The number of homes sold through the MLS® System of the Ottawa Real Estate Board totaled 629 units in January 2024. This was an increase of 16.5% from January 2023. “Ottawa’s market activity is seeing positive gains over last year but it’s still […]