Ottawa’s real estate market started 2025 with shifting dynamics. While home sales dipped slightly, increased listings and a recent interest rate cut suggest a more active market ahead. Market Overview The Ottawa Real Estate Board (OREB) reported 617 homes sold in January, a 4.2% decrease from January 2024, and below the five and ten-year averages. […]
When it comes to selling a home, first impressions are everything. That’s why staging is one of the most powerful tools in our real estate playbook. A perfectly staged home doesn’t just look good—it tells a story, invites buyers in, and helps them envision their future in the space. We recently had the opportunity to […]
The Trump tariffs have been a major topic over the past couple of weeks, but they’ve now been delayed by 30 days—which is great news for Ottawa homebuyers and sellers. These tariffs were expected to create some economic uncertainty, and when people feel uncertain, they tend to hold off on making big financial decisions—real estate included. So, this delay […]
Today, the Bank of Canada announced a 0.25% reduction in its benchmark interest rate, bringing it down to 3.0%. This decision primarily affects variable-rate mortgages, offering potential relief to current and prospective homeowners. This rate cut is timely, as it is expected to stimulate increased activity in the housing market. Lower borrowing costs can encourage […]
This year will be an interesting one for the Stittsville Real Estate market. It will be shaped by local and national factors. With a potential federal election as early as April, a shift in government could lead to policy changes, including cost-cutting measures that might impact federal jobs and the housing market. On a positive […]
Key factors and predictions for Ottawa’s housing market This year is set to be a pivotal year for Ottawa’s real estate market, influenced by local and national factors. With a federal election on the horizon as early as April, a shift to a Conservative government could bring policy changes, including potentially cost cutting in our […]
The new year always brings questions, and when it comes to Ottawa real estate, 2025 feels especially uncertain. Between politics, economics, and global events, there’s a lot in play that could shape the market. I’ve put together a video with my predictions, but here’s a quick overview of what I’m keeping an eye on this […]
We just did the draw for our $5,000 Travel Voucher Giveaway, and one lucky client is about to start packing their bags! 🧳✈️ Check out the video to see who won this incredible prize. 👀 To all of our amazing clients and everyone who referred us to business this year, thank you from the bottom […]
Hey everyone, Chris here with a quick update on the Ottawa real estate market! The past few weeks have been eventful, with interest rates dropping, including a significant half-point cut by the Bank of Canada. This shift is already impacting the market—buyers are coming back, multiple offers are returning, and momentum is building. Here’s what […]
Here’s the latest update in our Suburban Statistics Series, featuring insights on the five largest urban neighborhoods in Ottawa. With Ottawa’s spread-out layout, it’s always fascinating to see how each area’s market trends vary. These stats compare MLS OREB sales from January 1 to October 31, 2023, with the same period in 2024.
