Jean Richer's Blog

If you’ve been researching mortgages or real estate online lately, you’ve probably noticed something. Social media is full of posts about mortgage hacks, special programs, grants, and creative ways to buy a home. Some of these programs sound incredible. And the truth is, many of them are real. B...

If you’re thinking about selling your home in 2026, one of the biggest questions you’re probably asking is: Which renovations are actually worth it? Because not every upgrade adds value, some improvements can help your home sell faster and for more money, while others can cost you thousands with...

If you’ve looked at real estate headlines lately, you’re not alone in feeling confused. One day the market is “heating up,” the next day it’s “cooling down,” and somewhere in between, someone is telling you to buy now before you miss your chance forever.It’s exhausting.The truth is, the right tim...

Thinking about selling your home in 2026? There is something many homeowners do not realize until they are already deep into the process.Selling a home comes with costs long before the sign goes on the lawn.And if you are not prepared for them, they can quietly eat into your profit.The good news ...

Ottawa’s housing market entered 2026 in a balanced and stable position, with home prices adjusting modestly rather than declining sharply. The average residential sale price in January was $641,436, representing a 4.5% decrease compared to January 2025. This shift is largely attributed to seasona...

One of the biggest mistakes home sellers make is believing buyers will “see the potential” in their home. Sellers know what their house could be. Buyers only see what it is right now. If you’re planning to sell your home, this misunderstanding can cost you tens of thousands of dollars. What Sell...

If you have been following the news, you have likely seen mixed messages about Ottawa home prices. Some say prices are falling. Others say the market is stabilizing. The reality sits in between.To understand what is actually happening, it helps to focus on average sale prices, not headlines or pr...

If you’re thinking about buying or selling a home in Ottawa, one question is coming up more than any other lately: what will the Ottawa real estate market look like in 2026?After several years of rapid change, rising interest rates, and shifting buyer behaviour, the market is entering a new phase...

The Ottawa real estate market in 2025 marked a turning point. After years of rapid changes, the market finally began to stabilize. For anyone planning to buy or sell in 2026, understanding what happened in 2025 is key to making smart decisions.A More Balanced MarketOne word defined Ottawa real es...

If you are thinking about selling your home in Ottawa, you may be asking yourself a simple but important question. Should you sell now, or should you wait until 2026? Many homeowners assume that waiting is safer, especially if they believe the spring market or a future year will automatically bri...