BUYING OR SELLING IN OTTAWA

How this tired Ottawa Bungalow was Transformed into a Cash-FlowingInvestment Property

Posted on Nov 14, 2023 in Buying or Selling in Ottawa

IDENTIFYING THE OPPORTUNITY


IDENTIFYING THE OPPORTUNITY

My client Kevin is a true entrepreneur. He watched as a home in his Ottawa neighbourhood sat on the market in the depths of a dark and early winter. It’s located close to the (hopefully) soon-to-be-built LRT. As days passed and we watched the activity on the house, we worked together to establis...

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3 QUESTIONS TO ASK A REAL ESTATE AGENT BEFORE HIRING THEM

Posted on Nov 14, 2023 in Buying or Selling in Ottawa


When it comes to navigating the intricate world of Ottawa real estate, effective communication forms the cornerstone of a successful partnership with your real estate agent. Your journey toward finding your dream home or selling your property is a collaborative effort, and having an experienced and passionate real estate agent who understands the i...

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NO CLOWNS ALLOWED: A STAGING “DON’T”

Posted on Sep 22, 2023 in Buying or Selling in Ottawa


This is a video taken at a spacious home in a desirable Ottawa neighbourhood which has been well-maintained by its original owners. It’s been on and off the market for over 9 months. The home is full of personal items including family photos, religious objects and collectibles 🤡 Throughout the showing we are distracted by the sellers’ “story”, thei...

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BUYING & SELLING AT THE SAME TIME

Posted on Mar 26, 2023 in Buying or Selling in Ottawa

DO I BUY FIRST OR DO I SELL FIRST?



Buying a new home and selling your current one at the same time can be a daunting task, especially when it comes to deciding whether to buy first or sell first. This is known as the “Right Sizer’s Dilemma”, and it’s a common challenge that many homeowners face when looking to move.

When it comes to buying a new home...

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4 LITTLE KNOWN TIPS FOR HOUSE HUNTING IN OTTAWA

Posted on Mar 26, 2023 in Buying or Selling in Ottawa

House hunting in Ottawa can be exciting and even fun, but you still need to have a proper strategy in place. 


Phoyto by Alexander Isreb

That’s why the four tips below can give you an added edge. There are two things you should never do, and two things you must do. It’s that simple.

1. DON’T take in too much at once. 
House hunting is waaaay different th...

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THREE KEYS TO SELLING YOUR OTTAWA HOME THIS YEAR

Posted on Mar 26, 2023 in Buying or Selling in Ottawa



As a seller, you need to be ready for the current market conditions. It doesn’t matter what your neighbour sold for last year or three years ago. We are certainly NOT in the same real estate market heading into spring. You will have to adjust your expectations. With preparation and clear expectations of the process, you will certainly have a much l...

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