Ottawa Real Estate - Chapel Hill South - 12/30/10 09:50 AM
Opportunity is knocking !  Here's the perfect starter home a single detached home located on a quiet residential street in the heart of Chapel Hill South, Orleans, Ontario.
Fully fenced with a good sized garden shed.  It has a single car garage with inside entry.  This lovely 3 bedroom 3 bathroom home awaits its new owners.  The living room and dining room have gleaming hardwood flooring; the family room is at the back of the house next to the eat-in kitchen.  Laundry is located on the main floor with newer washer and dryer. 
Let's mosey up to the second floor where … (0 comments)

OTTAWA REAL ESTATE - 12/30/10 09:38 AM
First time home buyers can be a lot of fun to work with or not..... What I love about first time home buyers is their enthusiasm.  When they are ready - they are READY!
Over the last few years, I've met several versions of first time home buyers - the ones that want to purchase the first home they see and you have to hold them back and encourage them to see a couple more properties to at least confirm that the first one is the ONE!  Then, there are the ones that can't make up their minds, their lease is … (1 comments)

OTTAWA REAL ESTATE - 12/29/10 09:00 PM
Just recently, I met a couple that need more space.  Why?  Their growing family or should I say their grown family has come back and they've basically become prisoners in their own bedroom.  They need a bigger house.
They want to do the right thing but they are over thinking the solution.  So I suggested the short term plan (5 years).  And, suddenly it all made sense, within the 5 year period, the son might find a better job and move out.  In 5 years maybe the daughter will be able to on with her life and move out.  So, in … (0 comments)

Ottawa Real Estate - 12/29/10 10:36 AM
Another year has come and gone.  I remember when I was in grade 6 and the teacher was talking of the year 2000 and I thought WOW - that's far away.  And now, we are about to reach 2011 - again - WOW.  Sitting here, I'm wondering how can I improve my customer service?  How can I improve my TEAM?  How can I be a better real estate agent, wife, mom, daughter, sister, friend?
The answer is quite simple:
1.  Be available.
2.  Be honest - even when it might be a little uncomfortable.
3.  Underpromise and over deliver.
I look … (0 comments)

OTTAWA REAL ESTATE - BABY BOOMERS - 12/22/10 02:21 PM
More and more Baby Boomers will be downsizing in the coming years.  According to the TD Canada Trust Boomer Buyers Report, four-in-five Canadian boomers say their next move will be to a smaller home, either to save money (46 per cent) or to enjoy more luxurious features (34 per cent).
Most of the BBs are downsizing to either bungalows (detached or semi-detached); others are purchasing condo apartments with underground parking and amenities and the security provided by the corporations.  Some are using the funds from the sale of their present house to purchase a smaller unit and then investing into another unit … (2 comments)

Ottawa Real Estate - Orleans, Ontario - 12/21/10 09:15 AM
Where is Orleans, Ontario - well its about 15 minutes east of Ottawa - the Capital of Canada - surrounded by the Ottawa River on the north - green space, on the west side (which separates Orleans from Blackburn Hamlet); farmland on the east and south.
Great schools, shopping, sports centres, athletic clubs and Orleans is the home of one of eastern Ontario's prettiest beaches - that of Petrie Island which was fromed by several sandbars and home to turles, wetland birds, walking and biking trails, a nature centre and a marina where you can rent kayaks and canoes.
On the … (0 comments)

Ottawa Real Estate - 12/20/10 06:58 PM
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada is a beautiful city and anyone heading this way will love living here.  There are quite a few suburbs i.e.  Barrhaven, Orleans, Kanata that our very family oriented.  Lots of things to do museums, libraries, art centres, skating on the canal in the winter and boating in the summer.  Minutes away from everything.  Schools, churches, sports, you name we've got it.
The summers are nice and hot (lots of festivals, concerts, etc), spring is so beautiful with the tulips, fall is a season to admire the changing of the colours and winter is crisp, and yes, you need … (0 comments)

Scheduling Showings: How Far is Too Far in Advance? - 12/20/10 06:35 PM
Thank you for your article.  I book as soon as possible and then 24 hrs before the showing, I check to ensure that its still available.  Also, you might have found something else for your Buyers - if you do - please cancel. 
Via Charita Cadenhead, Bham Broker/Property Manager (Bham WIiRE Realty LLC (Sales & Property Management):
Scheduling Showings:  How Far is Too Far in Advance?
Giving sufficient notice of when you'd like to view a property is a common courtesy.  If the home is occupied, it gives the seller a chance to get things in order just in case life is happening … (4 comments)

OTTAWA REAL ESTATE - PRICE REDUCTION - 12/20/10 10:02 AM
When is a good time to reduce the price of your house?  Before its listed!  WHAT????? That's right.  Pricing is one of the most deciding factor whether someone will view your house or not.
If you list your house at market value - you will have many showings and possibly an offer within 10 days.
If you list your house under market value - you will absolutely have lots of showings + possibly multiple offers.
Why???? Because if you list your house 10% above market value, you reduce the number of interested Buyers by 30%  and if you list it 15% … (0 comments)

Condominiums in Ottawa - 12/17/10 02:56 PM
Why do you need a Status Certificate:
1.  To find out how the common expenses were calculated?
2.  What is the common expense payment is for the unit?
3.  Are the common expenses for the unit up to date?
4.  What are the restrictions against pets and decorating?
5.  Is the condominium corporation contemplating any major additions or repairs to the building?
6.  Are there any special assessments coming due?
7.  When was the last reserve fund study completed?
8.  How much money is in the reserve fund?
All these questions will be answered with the Status Certificate.  The cost is … (0 comments)

Ottawa, ON - Real Estate - 12/15/10 03:12 PM
Here's an opportunity to purchase a single family home in the Town of Rockland - only 15 minutes from Orleans and 30 minutes from Ottawa.
Located on a quiet residential street with no back neighbors.  Fully fenced yard, newer roof, windows, furnace and A/C.  Large playroom in the lower level and tonnes of room for a workshop.  The kitchen is bright and has a large island with drawers for storage.  The eating area can accommodate a large table for those family dinners.    With 3 good-sized bedrooms and a bathroom on each floor.  Call today or visit www.irenebilinski.com
… (0 comments)

OTTAWA REAL ESTATE - CLIENT THAT WON'T LISTEN - 12/07/10 09:18 AM
One of the greatest frustrations you may face with clients is a situation in which a client will not act in their own best interest.
I'm always amazed when clients would rather listen to their neighbor, their brother, their hairdresser and busdriver before they will listen to their real estate representative.  You explain the pros and cons of pricing right, staging, decluttering but sometimes, the advice of others is still at the back of their minds.
Sounds crazy but if you're a real estate agent you've heard it all.  Clients want to overprice hoping to get more, but in reality if … (0 comments)

Ottawa Real Estate - Christmas Showings - 12/04/10 05:32 PM
It can be stressful to sell a house during regular time but at Christmas Time, these stress level can be a little higher.  With careful planning you can showcase your home and enjoy the season. 
To start the process, remove ALL clutter including family photos, personal items, and knickknacks.  Then you can decorate the house with some classy Christmas items.  I would suggest that you use a smaller tree (takes up less space) with just a few strings of lights and monochromatic colours - it will make quite an impact.
Ensure that the house sparkles at all times.  Have the family pitch … (1 comments)

Bourget, Ontario - 12/03/10 07:49 PM
 

Bourget is a village south east of Rockland, ON.  It was named after Ignace Bourget, who was a bishop of Montreal from 1841 to 1876.  In the 1920s logging left a barren sandy area which was replanted with millions of trees now known as the Larose Forest.
There are two major roads that run through Bourget:  Russell Road which runs east west and Road 138 which conects Rockland to Casselman.  Bourget is slowly expanding with many housing projects and a small business area in the heart of Bourget.
A great community to raise a family. Great schools both French … (0 comments)

Rockland, ON Real Estate - 12/03/10 07:31 PM
Rockland, ON is located east of Ottawa just 14 minutes from Orleans, ON along highway 174.  Rockland is a rapidly growing bilingual community with a population of approximately 10,000 residents.  Rockland is constantly adding new retailers and businesses to service the residents.  Many major chains have opened outlets in Rockland i.e. Canadian Tire, Dollarama, Food Basics, Giant Tire, Independent Grocers, Marks Work Wearhouse, Shoppers Drug Store, Staples, A&W, WalMart, Beer Store, LCBO, Jean Coutu, to name a few.
In addition to the many great local restraurants, Rockland has recently added a River Rock Inn, a luxurious hotel and conference centre. Rockland is home … (0 comments)

 
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