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14 Sep 8 Joys that Come with Living in Kanata

Posted at 08:00h in Kanata, Kanata community information, Kanata neighborhood information, Kanata Real Estate

Situated in the Ottawa Valley and located approximately 20 km west of downtown, Kanata is one of the fastest growing suburban areas in the city. It’s also one of the most sought-after communities for its family-orientated lifestyle and fast-growing high-tech jobs market. If you’re looking...

20 Aug How to Determine Your New Home Needs

Posted at 08:24h in Blog

Are you at a point where your home doesn’t suit all of your needs anymore? Perhaps you had a baby and realized you need more space, or maybe you got a big raise and are ready to purchase the home of your dreams. Whatever your...

13 Aug 5 Ways to Approve Curb Appeal Overnight

Posted at 12:00h in Blog

Is your home exterior in need of a little love? Sprucing up the outside of your home doesn’t have to include a large budget or a whole lot of time. There are quick and simple ways to improve curb appeal overnight. Here’s how! Add a Fresh...

20 Jul 5 Ways You Can Narrow Down Your Home Search

Posted at 12:05h in Blog, Home Buying Tips, Open House

Home hunting can be overwhelming if you don’t have a plan and know exactly what you’re looking for. Without having these factors nailed down first, buyers can find themselves aimlessly searching for listings that really don’t suit their individual needs. To avoid these common mistakes,...

10 Jul How Can I Tell if My REALTOR® is Top-Tier?

Posted at 11:01h in Blog, Client Care, Ottawa Realtor

Finding an honest and reliable REALTOR® with great credentials is crucial for making your home buying process smooth and hassle-free. But it’s important to know what to look out for so you can cut through the advertising hype and see if they are the right...

01 Jul Happy Canada Day. Here’s some fun trivia about our country.

Posted at 09:59h in Blog

15 Jun Thinking About Moving? Ask Yourself These 5 Things First

Posted at 11:59h in Blog, Homeowner Tips

Is moving on your mind? With all the “For Sale” signs going up this year, it’s hard not to get excited about finding a new place to call home. But before you start house hunting, there are a few things you should consider. If you’ve...

15 Jun 7 Important Stages in the Home Selling Process

Posted at 11:36h in Blog, Client Care, Homeowner Tips

Ready to sell your house? Don’t miss these seven critical stages in the home selling process to be aware of before listing your home. Hire a Listing Agent Selling your home on your own can be a big mistake. Without a background in real estate, it’s likely...

15 May Great Warm-Weather Activities for Your Family

Posted at 08:00h in Blog, Fun Facts, Ottawa, Ottawa Community Information, Ottawa Families

Being cooped up over the long winter can make you and the kids feel a little stir-crazy. So when the warmer weather finally arrives, we understand how eager everyone is to get outside, burn off some steam and remember what it’s like to feel the...

07 May 5 Ways to Make Your New House Feel like Home

Posted at 08:00h in Blog, Homeowner Tips

Making your new house feel like your own isn’t something that’ll happen overnight. It’s entirely normal to feel a little unsettled for the first while following a move. If you’re facing a chaotic mess and don’t know where to start, here are some tips to...