ottawa: What you should consider if you are thinking of renovating your bathrooms
- 06/21/21 01:40 PM
It's a seller's market right now. If you are putting money into your home for renovations before you sell, here are 7 things that people want in a bathroom.
1. Double SinksThis is one of those times where two is better than one. A double vanity upgrade is a worthwhile splurge, according to the pros.Worried about space though? You might be surprised by how much you can fit into a modestly sized bathroom. Even two small sinks are better than one when you have limited space. 2. Install New Hardware And Accessories if you haven't done this yet.Switching out hardware like light fixtures, towel bars, cabinet … (2 comments)
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ottawa: Why You Need A Buyer Agent
- 12/18/20 07:19 AM
Think About It;
Buying a home is a big undertaking, and all aspects should be carefully considered before any decisions are made. Not only do you want to find your dream home, but you want to do it within a reasonable budget. In hopes of staying within that budget, you may decide to cut some corners by carefully analyzing the things you want over the things you need. In making these decisions, you may decide to skip using a Buyer’s Agent.
Is this a good decision? No.
Here’s why:
It's FREE!! The cost of using a Buyer’s Agent is covered by the seller out of the sale of their home. This … (3 comments)
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ottawa: What To Look For When Buying A Cottage
- 07/04/19 10:00 AM
This is the time of year most people who are looking for a cottage as a place to go to on weekends and for holidays, but also as a place to retire to one day. Before you start looking at cottage/land for your summer getaways, check out some of these tips below . . .
What To Look For When Buying A Cottage.
1. Create a 'wish list,' a 'want list' and a 'must-have list.
Are you looking for just land to build your own cottage, a fixer upper or a completely finished ready to use place? Do you want waterfront so you and … (0 comments)
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ottawa: The Perfect Place for Seniors To Call Home Again
- 04/27/19 07:15 AM
Moving can be exciting and stressful at the same time. For seniors who may have spent a lifetime in their previous home, leaving memories behind and moving into new, unfamiliar place and can emotionally difficult and often, even scary.
Being considerate and understanding about the worries of a senior is paramount. Offering an elderly person moving tips, especially for things like their valuable furniture or pets, helps us build trust.
For some seniors this may be only the second house they ever purchase, so we make an honest connection with them and tune into their mindset.
How we do this is to take our time and find … (1 comments)
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ottawa: Selling Your Home When You're A Pet Lover
- 02/24/19 07:25 AM
I’m an animal lover but I can say that I’m quite uncomfortable with snakes and such. So when I arrive at a house for a showing, I’m a little hesitant to enter the premises. A potential buyer might also be uncomfortable even though their fears might be different from mine. Maybe they are afraid of dogs, cats, birds or other household pets.
If you are a pet owner? How does that impact the selling of your home. Working with many pet owners, this question comes up often. I understand the added stress of keeping a home looking presentable when there is a … (1 comments)
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ottawa: Ready, Set, Sell!
- 12/16/18 05:41 AM
Now that you are ready to sell your home, it's time to get READY! There’s a multitude of things that need to be done but first you have to realize that selling your home is a new business venture. This is no longer your home, this is a house for SALE! You need to make it attractive to the potential buyers, you need people to drive by and say, I would buy that house if I was in the market to purchase a home, you need to make a GOOD FIRST IMPRESSION!
HERE ARE SOME TIPS!
This house is an investment that … (2 comments)
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ottawa: Is it time to downsize? 6 signs that it may be. . .
- 09/21/18 09:19 AM
Making the decision to move from a larger home to a smaller one can be very hard. Your home, after all, is a source of comfort and is filled with beloved memories. For many, it’s where you watched your family grow. But sometimes you may not have a choice, especially as the years go by. As an older adult, the practicality of downsizing may outweigh the sentimental value and familiarity of your current, larger home. What follows are some signs that the time may be right for you to downsize to a smaller home. 1. The maintenance is too muchKeeping a well-maintained larger home … (3 comments)
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ottawa: Should You Update Your Home Before You Sell?
- 06/07/18 07:56 AM
UPDATING YOUR HOME BEFORE YOU SELL – A REFRESH IS ALWAYS FUN!
Whether you are thinking of selling soon or in a few years, if you haven’t made any changes since you’ve moved in – IT’S TIME!
Start small – like maybe the Powder Room on the main floor – look out for sales and purchase the items you will need and then hire a reputable contractor to do the work for you. Plumbing is a serious business do it right. New light fixture, a new mirror, vanity, new paint, flooring and even think about doing something unique with the ceiling.
If that works out for … (1 comments)
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ottawa: WHAT HAPPENS THE DAY YOU TAKE POSSESSION OF YOUR HOUSE
- 11/02/17 12:12 PM
This is a very important day for both the buyers and sellers. This is the day that the transfer of ownership happens.
IF YOU ARE THE SELLER:
1. Make sure that your lawyer has copies of all the documentation that you received from your lawyer when you purchased the property i.e. survey, deed and also provide your lawyer with the current property tax bills.
2. Do not cancel your house insurance policy until you have heard that the deal has closed. Also, if you are moving out more than 30 days before closing, you need to notify your insurer that the home will be … (1 comments)
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ottawa: What Does Freehold & Condominium Really Mean?
- 11/02/17 11:59 AM
There are several types of homes available – there are a few categories but condominium or freehold are the most common.
Condominium can be a townhouse or apartment and the interior of each unit belongs to you and the outer portion of the unit is part of the common elements. The common elements include the building, and land on which the condominium has been built. There are condo fees and they vary with each condominium corporation depending on the by-laws that apply. Speak with your real estate agent to obtain all the details of each condominium unit you are interested in purchasing. Usually, taxes are … (0 comments)
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ottawa: Tips for Selling my Home - Garage Organization
- 04/08/14 03:23 AM
Once area that is often overlooked when Sellers prepare to put their home on the market is their garage! Whether its in the winter or summer folks need to access their garage and buyers want to see a good functional space. So many things find their way into this space, from tools, toys, bikes, sporting and camping equipment and more! Unfortunately much of this stuff is often spread out all over the garage with no rhyme or reason. Here are a few tips to help you have more space. It's always refreshing to come home to a clean and functional garage that’s … (0 comments)
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ottawa: Relocating to Ottawa
- 04/03/14 03:53 AM
Welcome to one of the world's greatest capital cities!!
April marks the beginning of the busiest moving season in Ottawa. Many homeowners from out of town take this opportunity to find their new home and be settled in following the end of the school year. Whether you're relocating to Ottawa because of a work transfer, retirement or just for a life change, our beautiful city has much to offer. With a population of over 1.2 million we've been ranked one of the best places to live since we can provide residents a great quality of life based on many factors (low … (0 comments)
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ottawa: Spring is here... Where does the water go?
- 04/02/14 02:05 AM
Although Ottawa has experienced colder temperatures and more snow early on this spring, we know that warmer weather is just around the corner. At this time of year, it's only a matter of time before the snow starts to melt, and that means several litres of water will flow around your home. Water infiltration can cost you time, inconvenience and money. Here are some quick tips and things to keep an eye on to help prevent and minimize water damage this spring and for years to come:
- Remove all debris from your gutters and check for any loose or … (3 comments)
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ottawa: IS YOURS GOING TO BE THE ONE?
- 03/18/14 03:04 AM
Its that time of the year when a lot of people decide to put their home on the market and, of course, want it to sell quickly,and at or above market value. That's my job and I hope to be able to make happen.
As the market starts to heat up in Ottawa, ON, and the inventory grows, sellers must realize that 4 in 10 homes sell and there others just sit. WHY? Here are a few reasons:
1. Curb Appeal
2. Over priced
3. Condition
4. Location
Most buyers have a budget and are looking in a certain area - … (1 comments)
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ottawa: FIRST DATE WITH POTENTIAL HOME BUYERS
- 02/27/14 10:03 PM
Spring is just around the corner and there will be hundreds of potential home buyers searching for their new home. Do you want your home to be selected as their first date?
So get your house ready for that first date. Clean, Clean, Clean! Declutter, Declutter and Declutter. Then, clean again.
When inviting people into your home, you want to make it attractive, the windows should be gleaming, the front door freshly painted, the mailbox polished / painted or replaced. You want to get them INTO the house. That's the first WOW!
The second WOW should be the kitchen and family … (0 comments)
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ottawa: YOU'VE BEEN LOW-BALLED :(
- 01/27/14 11:56 PM
You house has been on the market for a few weeks, months and finally you receive an offer that is quite LOW! DO NOT - I SAID 'DO NOT' get mad, frustrated, annoyed, bent out of shape and DO NOT REJECT the offer.
Its a Buyers Market in Ottawa, Ontario and buyers are being very particular when purchasing their new home because there's lots of inventory out there. So, they are looking for a bargain or someone that absolutely needs to sell their home.
If they don't try, they will never know if it was their opportunity to get a house … (3 comments)
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ottawa: RENTAL - 357 Citiplace Drive, Ottawa, ON
- 01/16/14 11:43 PM
Available for rent 2 bedroom with two bathrooms, executive townhouse with attached garage, close to all amenities. Sparkling clean, painted in neutral colours. Move in today! $1,500/month. For pictures visit: www.irenebilinski.com
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ottawa: FIRST TIME HOME BUYERS
- 06/14/12 04:11 AM
Its a balanced market leaning in flavor of buyers in the Ottawa, ON market. Lots of inventory out there and the prices are dropping - a great opportunity for ALL buyers. A few things to think about before you start your journey:
1. Know what you can afford - Meet with a qualified mortgage broker that can provide you with a number that you can afford. Provide him/her with all the information and do not hold back. You wouldn't want to go through all the steps only to find out at the very end that you are missing one very important piece … (1 comments)
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ottawa: Ottawa Real Estate - DNA of a Real Estate Agent
- 02/23/12 05:18 AM
I was asked the other day what was the DNA of a real estate agent? Interesting question - so here's what I think.
1. Truly wanting and enjoying helping others.
2. Accessability.
3. Accountability.
4. Communication.
5. Knowledge.
6. Experience.
Its important for potential sellers and buyers to ensure that they get the best possible real estate working for them whenever they purchase or sell a property. Just because they worked with Uncle Tom or your best friend, doesn't mean that they are suited to be YOUR real estate agent. Don't be shy, ask the questions, listen to the answers … (5 comments)
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ottawa: Ottawa, ON Real Estate - Happy Client
- 12/21/11 02:03 AM
Today, there's an extremely happy seller that is moving out of his home that he's been trying to sell for over two years. A few years ago, I had a young couple looking to purchase a home in a small town about 30 minutes south of Ottawa. We found a very nice 4 bedroom with a double garage (I wasn't the listing agent). It did require some TLC - some minor issues and a few costly issues.
An offer was presented and accepted. We had the property inspected and it was discovered that there had been some shifting due to settling and … (0 comments)
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It's a seller's market right now. If you are putting money into your home for renovations before you sell, here are 7 things that people want in a bathroom.
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