Ottawa Resale Market Stalls in August, Supply Challenges Persist
OTTAWA, September 8, 2023 - Members of the Ottawa Real Estate Board (OREB) sold 1,196 residential properties in August through the Board’s Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) System, compared with 1,130 in August 2022, an increase of 6%. ...
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Posted by Corinne Campbell, Realtor® on September 11, 2023 in Market Updates
About 1297 Homes will Sell Today!
Some homeowners have been waiting for months to put their house on the market because they don’t think people are buying homes right now. If that’s you, know that even though the housing market has slowed compared to ...
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Posted by Kim Ziebell, Realtor® on August 10, 2023 in General
Stabilized July Resale Market Showing Positive Price Gains
Members of the Ottawa Real Estate Board (OREB) sold 1,263 residential properties in July through the Board’s Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) System, compared with 1,102 in July 2022, an increase of 15%. July’s sales included 979 ...
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Posted by Kim Ziebell, Realtor® on August 4, 2023 in Market Updates
Homeowner Insurance 101
Not all insurance products are created equal. It is important to understand all the different insurance products to ensure you have proper coverage.
Below are the main insurance product options you will encounter with homeownership, and ...
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Posted by Kim Ziebell, Realtor® on July 17, 2023 in Buying a Home
Appraisal Tips for Success
Before banks or lending institutions can consider loaning money for a property, they need to know the current market value of that property.
The job of an appraiser is to check the general condition of your home and ...
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Posted by Kim Ziebell, Realtor® on July 14, 2023 in Selling Your Home
June’s Resale Market Eases into Summer
Members of the Ottawa Real Estate Board (OREB) sold 1,658 residential properties in June through the Board’s Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) System, compared with 1,493 in June 2022, an increase of 11%. June’s sales included ...
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Posted by Kim Ziebell, Realtor® on July 10, 2023 in Market Updates
Ottawa Resale Market Heats up in May
Ottawa Resale Market Heats up in May
June 5, 2023
Sales increase for the first time since February 2022
Members of the Ottawa Real Estate Board (OREB) sold 1,939 residential properties in May through the Board’s Multiple Listing Service® ...
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Posted by Kim Ziebell, Realtor® on June 8, 2023 in Market Updates
Resale Market Springs Back in Favour of Sellers
Members of the Ottawa Real Estate Board (OREB) sold 1,488 residential properties in April through the Board’s Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) System, compared with 1,876 in April 2022, a decrease of 21%. April’s sales included ...
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Posted by Kim Ziebell, Realtor® on May 4, 2023 in Market Updates
Planning To Sell Your House? It’s Critical To Hire a Pro.
With higher mortgage rates and moderating buyer demand, conditions in the housing market are different today. And if you’re thinking of selling your house, it’s important to understand how the market has changed and what that ...
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Posted by Kim Ziebell, Realtor® on April 20, 2023 in Selling Your Home
The Ultimate Home Maintenance Checklist
For many owners, home maintenance happens only when something goes awry. Overflowing gutters, a balky furnace, or a chimney that refuses to draw provoke an expensive emergency call to service technicians. Worse, your family's safety could be in ...
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Posted by Nick Ziebell, Realtor® on April 12, 2023 in Home Maintenance
Top Reasons for Selling Your House
Many of today’s homeowners bought or refinanced their homes during the pandemic when mortgage rates were at history-making lows. Since rates doubled in 2022, some of those homeowners put their plans to move on hold, not wanting to lose the ...
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Posted by Fiona Simard, Realtor® on April 5, 2023 in Selling Your Home
March Resales: Signs of Spring Surge Sprouting
Members of the Ottawa Real Estate Board (OREB) sold 1,194 residential properties in March through the Board’s Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) System, compared with 2,003 in March 2022, a decrease of 40%. March’s sales included ...
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Posted by Select Real Estate Group on April 4, 2023 in Market Updates
Mortgage Misunderstandings That Can Cost You
The spring season is finally creeping into view for us which leads to the opening of the Spring Market for buying and selling. Similar to how you may be waiting for the best deals on certain item you want to buy right now, you also should be aiming ...
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Posted by Kim Ziebell, Realtor® on March 29, 2023 in General
Home Seller Alert: We’ve Found the Very Best Week To List Your Home in 2023
Calling all sellers!!! Do you want a quick home sale at a higher price, even in this troubled real estate market? Then open your calendar to April, uncap a bright yellow marker, and highlight the week of April 16–22. This seven-day ...
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Posted by Corinne Campbell, Realtor® on March 28, 2023 in Market Updates
Spring Newsletter: get your FREE copy now!
" Extra! Extra! Read All About it!!" "HOT OFF THE PRESS!" It's spring time (or apparently it is anyways) and that means our quarterly Newsletter is HOT off the press ready to go into your hands! Our favourite part, ...
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Posted by Corinne Campbell, Realtor® on March 23, 2023 in General
Mistakes to Avoid While Moving with a Pet
There’s no doubt that pets add another layer of stress and complication to a move, but of course we wouldn’t leave them behind for the world. And moving with an animal can be done safely! Read on to learn seven mistakes people ...
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Posted by Corinne Campbell, Realtor® on March 22, 2023 in General
How to Save for A Home
Have you been dreaming of owning your own home or even upgrading the one you currently have? With a few simple steps and a little saving, you could be well on your way to move-in day. If home ownership is on your to-do list, follow these simple ...
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Posted by Nick Ziebell, Realtor® on March 15, 2023 in General
5 Ways Couples Can Manage Finances Together
When most couples plan things they can do together, managing money might not make it to the top of the list. But maybe it should! Dealing with your finances can cause major strain for anyone and on any relationship.
Here are five ways for couples ...
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Posted by Corinne Campbell, Realtor® on March 8, 2023 in General
Spring Cleaning Guide
Spring cleaning might seem like a daunting task, but with a little love, your home will be looking brand new! Spring cleaning is essential to a happy and healthy home. From the bedrooms to bathrooms, to the living room, use this checklist to ...
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Posted by Fiona Simard, Realtor® on March 3, 2023 in Just for Fun
Resale Market Stabilizes in February with a Glimmer of Hope for Buyers and Sellers Alike!
Members of the Ottawa Real Estate Board (OREB) sold 855 residential properties in February through the Board’s Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) System, compared with 1,411 in February 2022, a decrease of 39%. February’s sales ...
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Posted by Nick Ziebell, Realtor® on March 3, 2023 in Market Updates