Nestled in the heart of Ottawa, the charming neighborhood of Vanier stands as a testament to the city's rich history and diverse culture. With its unique blend of heritage buildings, cultural festivals, and community spirit, Vanier offers residents and visitors a delightful mix of past and present. In this blog post, we'll delve into the history, demographics, frequently searched questions, and up-and-coming areas within Vanier, using reputable sources like Wikipedia to provide a comprehensive o...

Buying a home is a monumental decision, especially in Canada's diverse and dynamic real estate market. Whether you're a seasoned buyer or a first-timer, understanding the intricacies of the process is vital. In this comprehensive guide, we'll explore the first five of the most frequently asked questions about purchasing a house in Canada, backed by reliable sources and enriched with additional tips.

1. What's My Budget?

Determining a realistic budget is the foundation of your home-buying journey...

While Quebec uses the unique "½" system to describe apartment sizes, Ontario has its own terminology. Understanding the differences between the two can be crucial, especially for those considering relocating between the two provinces.

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In Ontario, the terms used to describe apartments are more straightforward and are based on the number of bedrooms or the overall functionality of the space. Here's a comparison of Quebec's apart...

Ottawa property prices are increasing at a rapid paste buyers are now seeking for hidden gems that are lower in price. This building in proximity to major thoroughfares, public transit, public parks and shops may be what you are looking for.

We’re now into January 2022 and the Ottawa real estate market seems to continue to pick up speed and home owners of Ottawa are seeing their house or condo price appreciate at an impressive rate. In fact, the December stats have been published which giv...

The average condo price in Ottawa in June 2021 was $435,198 an increase of 21 perfect of June of last year. The freehold residential average in June on the other hand was $725,970 an increase of 26% over last year.

There is a $290,772 difference in the average of condos and freehold residential properties. While we are seeing builders continue to build out residential condo units in our City we tend to see more apartment-style condos being built. Few rowhouses or townhouse-style condos are being...

As of November 1st, 2020 Ottawa Hydro customers will be able to choose between two electricity plans for their residential property. Since June 1st we've been paying a flat 2.8 cents per kWh for the electricity that we use. This is different than the Time-of-use plan we were all very familiar with. 

Hydro Ottawa customers can opt between the Tiered Pricing and Time-of-use plans right from their Hydro Ottawa account. Here's a small video which will help you understand the differences between the...

This past weekend was the annual winter curling appreciation day which was held at the Ottawa Curling Club. We had an awesome time amongst loved ones, friends, business colleagues and past clients.

Thanks to all of those who participated in our Curling event and for contributing to the Ottawa Food Bank. Your food and cash donations will go a long way in helping local families.

See you all next year!

If you are in the market to buy or sell real estate in Ottawa and want to discuss your plans w...