March 20, 2019 OTTAWA – The Ottawa Real Estate Board (OREB) is pleased the federal government is taking measures towards supporting homeownership for many Canadians in the 2019 budget but suggests there were opportunities missed. “Some first-time homebuyers will be assisted through the shared-equity mortgage program and the increase of RRSP ...
Continue ReadingMembers of the Ottawa Real Estate Board sold 820 residential properties in January through the Board’s Multiple Listing Service® System, compared with 708 in January 2018, an increase of 15.8 per cent. January’s sales included 611 in the residential property class, a rise of 14.2 per cent from a year ...
Continue ReadingUnique opportunity to own one of the largest units in the complex! This south facing 2+1 bedroom, 3 bath unit with spacious rooms throughout. Living room has a large bay window and a wood fireplace. Large updated galley kitchen with ample counter and cubboard space. Large master and second bedrooms ...
Continue ReadingNext to your home and car, home furnishings represent the most expensive product purchases homeowners make. A mid-quality livingroom set, with sofa and two side chairs, can cost thousands of dollars. That’s why most furniture retailers offer “interest free” and “pay much later” deals to soften the blow. These are ...
Continue ReadingAn Open House is an event. And, like many events, it’s easy to get caught up in all the excitement and energy. In fact, when you visit an Open House, you might even end up rubbing elbows with other buyers who are there at the same time. It can feel ...
Continue ReadingMembers of the Ottawa Real Estate Board sold 979 residential properties in February through the Board’s Multiple Listing Service® System, compared with 1,002 in February 2017, a decrease of 2.3 per cent. The five-year average for February sales is 922. February’s sales included 250 in the condominium property class and 729 ...
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