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Differences Between Closed and Open Mortgage

Differences Between Closed and Open Mortgage

Spring is here, which means the housing market in Ottawa is going to pick up again soon. We get a lot of questions this time of year about open and closed mortgages, mostly wondering which is best for you.

City Of Ottawa Vacant Unit Tax or VUT -Everything You Need to Know

City Of Ottawa Vacant Unit Tax or VUT -Everything You Need to Know

The City of Ottawa is putting in place the VUT (Vacant unit Tax). The Ottawa vacant home tax will take effect in January 2023 and will be applicable to non-principal residences that were vacant in 2022 for at least 184 days.

5 Tips for Moving to Ottawa

5 Tips for Moving to Ottawa

Are you moving to Ottawa and are unfamiliar with the city? In this post I will give you 5 of my top tips you need to know when moving to Ottawa!

How does location influence desirability and value?

How does location influence desirability and value?

Location, location, location. You’ve heard it a thousand times when it comes to real estate, and you likely understand what it means. But which aspects of your location are of most influence when it comes to determining the desirability of your property and ultimately affecting its value?

TAKE 10 Series: Question 18

TAKE 10 Series: Question 18

We asked 10 Ottawa Real Estate Agents:
What is the strangest and/or most unique thing that you’ve come across when preparing a listing or performing a showing?

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO SELL MY HOME?

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO SELL MY HOME?

Question: What’s the true cost of selling a home?
Answer: Usually 7-10% of the sale price.
Here’s a DETAILED breakdown (with 2022 data)

TAKE 10 Series: Question 17

TAKE 10 Series: Question 17

We asked 10 Ottawa Real Estate Agents:
In your opinion, is hiring someone to stage your home necessary? Yes, no or sometimes? Please explain.