Could Canadian Lumber Help Make Ottawa Homes More Affordable? Published: September 24, 2026 By: Dave Robertson, Broker/Team Leader, LIFE Real Estate Group Reading Time: 7 min read Key Takeaway Housing affordability isn’t only about home prices and mortgage rates—it also depends on what it costs to build new homes. CMHC’s latest research suggests greater use […]
Crystal Beach | Lakeview Park – September 2026 Market Report Published: September 19, 2026 By: Dave Robertson, Broker/Team Leader, LIFE Real Estate Group Reading Time: 10 min read Executive Summary Crystal Beach and Lakeview Park currently have nine homes for sale, representing approximately 3.6 months of inventory, compared with 4.5 months across Ottawa. Asking […]
Published: September 17, 2026 By: Dave Robertson, Broker/Team Leader, LIFE Real Estate Group Reading Time: 7 min read Ottawa Home Prices Slip Again — But the Bigger Picture Still Matters Canadian home prices turned downward again in August, according to the latest Teranet–National Bank House Price Index. After a small increase in July, the national […]
What Is Advanced Home Planning? Published: September 11, 2026 By: Dave Robertson, Broker/Team Leader, LIFE Real Estate Group Reading Time: 10 min read Key Takeaway Advanced Home Planning is the practice of discussing and documenting your values, priorities and wishes for future housing and the family home—before changing circumstances or a crisis forces decisions to […]
Ottawa’s housing market may be showing early signs of stabilization, but buyers remain selective. For sellers, that means preparation, presentation and—most importantly—pricing must work together from the moment a home reaches the market. In our recent market update, Has Ottawa’s Housing Market Reached Bottom?, we looked at evidence that Ottawa’s housing market may be […]
Has Ottawa’s Housing Market Reached Bottom? Here’s What the Latest Data Suggests Published: August 26, 2026 By: David Robertson, Broker/Team Leader, LIFE Real Estate Group Reading Time: 5 min read 📈 This Month’s Key Takeaway The latest Teranet–National Bank House Price Index suggests Ottawa’s housing market may be stabilizing after months of price declines. […]
Preparing your home for sale can feel overwhelming. Many sellers assume they need to renovate every room, replace every dated finish and make the property look like a show home before anyone can see it. Usually, that is not the case. The goal is not to erase every sign that someone lives there. It is […]
Real estate conversations focused heavily on the house itself. The kitchen. The finishes. The size. The upgrades. But lately, many Ottawa buyers are focusing on something deeper. Community. People are paying far more attention to how a neighbourhood feels, not just how a home looks. Buyers Want Connection Again Over the last few years, people […]
Ottawa Real Estate Market Update – June 2026: A Balanced Market with More Choice for Buyers. July 13, 2026 By Dave Robertson Ottawa’s housing market continued to show balanced conditions through June, even as activity slowed slightly with the arrival of the summer season. While sales remain below last year’s pace, the market continues […]
Some homes check a few boxes. Others completely redefine what home can be. Located on one of the Rideau River’s most desirable stretches, 3710 River Road offers a rare combination of privacy, modern luxury, and four-season waterfront living just minutes from Manotick. Set on 2.64 private acres with 120 feet of direct waterfront, this extensively […]
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