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Ottawa Neighbourhoods to Watch

Ottawa Neighbourhoods to Watch

March 15, 2019 | Comments Off on Ottawa Neighbourhoods to Watch

Spring Market: 4 Neighbourhoods to Watch As the spring real estate market in Ottawa heats up, here are some neighbourhoods that will certainly be of interest to home buyers. Each of these communities has something unique and different to offer so there is something for everyone.  No matter what community you are looking at, don’t forget to hire a Realtor® to help you find your dream home (and make sure that you get it for the right price!) Bells Corners – Re-imagining an older neighbourhood With the opening of the Department of National Defense Headquarters at Carling Avenue and Moodie Drive,
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Why Use a Full Service Realtor®?

Why Use a Full Service Realtor®?

March 7, 2019 | Comments Off on Why Use a Full Service Realtor®?

The decision to buy or sell a home is a big one; there is so much to think about and do! A home is likely the largest investment you will ever, or have ever, made in your life and it’s important to have someone you can trust to make the process as smooth as possible and offer expert advice. A Royal LePage Team Realty Realtor® offers full service support which ensures that you will have experience, knowledge, and expertise in your court every step of the way as you navigate your next move. Most importantly, a full service Realtor® will
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Why Use a Full Service Realtor?

Why Use a Full Service Realtor?

March 7, 2019 | Comments Off on Why Use a Full Service Realtor?

The decision to buy or sell a home is a big one; there is so much to think about and do! A home is likely the largest investment you will ever, or have ever, made in your life and it’s important to have someone you can trust to make the process as smooth as possible and offer expert advice. A Royal LePage Team Realty Realtor® offers full service support which ensures that you will have experience, knowledge, and expertise in your court every step of the way as you navigate your next move. Most importantly, a full service Realtor® will
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Ottawa Real Estate Update: February Buyers Snap Up Limited Inventory

Ottawa Real Estate Update: February Buyers Snap Up Limited Inventory

March 5, 2019 | Comments Off on Ottawa Real Estate Update: February Buyers Snap Up Limited Inventory

FEBRUARY 2019 Ottawa Real Estate MARKET HIGHLIGHTS  Buyers Snap Up Limited Inventory! HIGHLIGHTS (RELEASED BY THE OTTAWA REAL ESTATE BOARD MARCH 5TH, 2019) Total properties sold: 1,005 residential properties sold on MLS® compared with 978 in February 2018, an increase of 2.8%  756 in the residential property class, a rise of 3.8% over Feb 2019 249 in the condominium property class, a decrease of 0.4 % from February 2018. The five-year average for February sales is 949. “February has been a strong month, and with year-to-date unit sales 8% higher in both the condo and residential categories, it is looking
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Spring Cleaning – Get the Kids Involved

Spring Cleaning – Get the Kids Involved

February 22, 2019 | Comments Off on Spring Cleaning – Get the Kids Involved

As the warmer temperatures begin to roll in, there is no thought more prevalent than the beginning of spring cleaning. Spring is a time when all the forgotten places of winter begin to come to light, and there is nothing more refreshing than refreshing your home. A major topic these days is how to involve your kids in spring cleaning, especially in a way that is fun and engaging for them. The hope is to get your kids involved and wanting to help clean, not only to teach them the value of hard work, and the importance of cleaning up
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#TenYearChallenge

#TenYearChallenge

February 15, 2019 | Comments Off on #TenYearChallenge

Recently social media has been filled with people taking the #TenYearChallenge. The premise is simple, share your profile picture from 10 years ago side by side with your current one. It’s a fun way to look back at the past and see how much we have all changed. We thought it would be fun to take our own #TenYearChallenge and see how things stack up in Ottawa Real Estate  compared to ten years ago. Setting the Stage: Ottawa in 2009 2009 in Ottawa had its highs and its lows. Larry O’Brien was mayor and some of the highlights for the
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Embrace Winter: Go for a Skate!

Embrace Winter: Go for a Skate!

February 11, 2019 | Comments Off on Embrace Winter: Go for a Skate!

This winter has been a challenging one for everyone; whether it’s the treacherous commutes or never-ending “snow days”, it can be hard to see the light at the end of the tunnel! Instead of focusing on how many more cold days lie ahead, try embracing the season for all that it has to offer. Skating is a truly Canadian activity but many of us haven’t laced up our skates since we were kids. Ottawa has many great ways to enjoy this winter sport in the great outdoors so get out and enjoy winter while it lasts. The Rideau Canal Ottawa’s
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Ottawa Real Estate Update: January 2019 Record-Breaking Home Sales!

Ottawa Real Estate Update: January 2019 Record-Breaking Home Sales!

February 5, 2019 | Comments Off on Ottawa Real Estate Update: January 2019 Record-Breaking Home Sales!

January 2019: Record-Breaking Home Sales! February 5, 2019 Highlights Members of the Ottawa Real Estate Board sold 820 residential properties,  an increase of 15.8 % over January 2018. 611 in the residential property class, a rise of 14.2% over January 2018 209 in the condominium property class, an increase of 20.8% over January 2018 $432,829 was the average sale price of a residential-class property,  an increase of 1.5 percent over January 2018. The average sale price for a condominium-class property was $283,990, an increase of 7.7 percent over January 2018. Most active price point for residential-class sales was $300,000 to $449,999, accounting for
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Ottawa Real Estate Update: January 2019 Record-Breaking Home Sales!

Ottawa Real Estate Update: January 2019 Record-Breaking Home Sales!

February 5, 2019 | Comments Off on Ottawa Real Estate Update: January 2019 Record-Breaking Home Sales!

January 2019: Record-Breaking Home Sales! February 5, 2019 Highlights Members of the Ottawa Real Estate Board sold 820 residential properties,  an increase of 15.8 % over January 2018. 611 in the residential property class, a rise of 14.2% over January 2018 209 in the condominium property class, an increase of 20.8% over January 2018 $432,829 was the average sale price of a residential-class property,  an increase of 1.5 percent over January 2018. The average sale price for a condominium-class property was $283,990, an increase of 7.7 percent over January 2018. Most active price point for residential-class sales was $300,000 to $449,999, accounting for
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President and CEO of Royal LePage Named Most Influential Canadian in Residential Real Estate

President and CEO of Royal LePage Named Most Influential Canadian in Residential Real Estate

February 1, 2019 | Comments Off on President and CEO of Royal LePage Named Most Influential Canadian in Residential Real Estate

President and CEO of Royal LePage Named Most Influential Canadian in Residential Real Estate For the sixth year in a row, Swanepoel Power 200  (SP200) has named Phil Soper, President and CEO of Royal LePage, the most influential person in Canadian residential real estate. The SP200 is the definitive ranking of residential real estate leaders across North America. Soper was ranked 11th overall, rising three positions from last year. With over 17,000 agents nationwide Royal LePage – a proudly Canadian company – is the largest real estate in brokerage in the country. Soper has been at the helm since 2003
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