Ottawa Select Real Estate Blog

Home Renovations Q&A

Home Renovations Q&A

Renovating Your Home? Check Our FAQ’s! How do I pick a contractor? Ideally, you want to build the same kind of relationship with your contractor as you do with your real estate agent: one built on trust that makes you want to go back to that ...

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What Makes a Family-Friendly Neighbourhood

What Makes a Family-Friendly Neighbourhood

More and more families are looking for neighbourhoods that can accommodate their changing needs. Whether you’re looking at homes for sale in Ottawa, Toronto, Vancouver, or anywhere in between, we want to help you find the best ...

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Seller FAQs

Seller FAQs

If you have a home to sell, you’re probably excited to get the process started. There are many things you need to consider when selling your property, and it’s hard not to feel overwhelmed by the task. The good news is we’ve done ...

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Greener Homes Grant

Greener Homes Grant

If you intend to start an energy-efficient renovation or have completed an EnerGuide home evaluation since December 1, 2020, you may be eligible to receive a grant of up to $5,600 from the Federal Government. Before starting any ...

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The Effects of Remote Work on The Home Search Process

The Effects of Remote Work on The Home Search Process

Ever since March of 2020, our daily lives have changed to some degree. What we prioritize as the norm in our personal and work lives has shifted. What was born out of the necessity to social distance quite literally became the long-term reality for ...

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What is Canada’s Mortgage Stress Test

What is Canada’s Mortgage Stress Test

Similar to putting salt in the driveway before a snowy night or drinking a lot of electrolytes before a big game, a stress test is a great way to prepare for anything. Buying a house and settling on a mortgage is one of the biggest decisions of ...

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