TV Renos vs. Reality • BUDGET — Know your budget and stick to it. Be prepared for unexpected surprises and plan to have an additional 10-20% of the projected costs for any surprises. It is a good idea to sit down with your contractor and be realistic. Find out the things that you want to […]
So You Are A Beginner To Home Ownership So you’ve taken the leap and are now seriously looking into owning your first home. Congratulations! This is an exciting time in anyone’s life and begins the journey of building equity in a property as well as the added responsibilities that comes along with owning a home. […]
A buyer’s agent provides a wealth of value to the buyer, but did you know that they will actually perform over 100 unique tasks over the course of a home purchase? It sounds like a lot, because it is. Real estate agents are happy to do it because it means the success of the buyer. […]
It’s a question that’s as old as time (or, at least, since the development of modern housing): to rent, or not to rent? Is home ownership more beneficial to me in the long run? Why rent when I can be paying down my own mortgage instead of a landlord’s? For most, this question doesn’t have […]
You are buying your first home, or find yourself selling and moving to a new city. Who do you call? There are many options out there for finding a Real Estate Agent and we have some thoughts on how you can find the right agent for you. The person that will guide you through your […]
If you are a homeowner, you know that your home can require a lot of maintenance and upkeep. This is especially true if you have children or pets, live in a larger home, or lack spare time. Below are 6 standout organizational hacks for your home that will help keep your home more organized and efficient. […]
A helpful checklist for your home maintenance needs.
How do I end my tenancy with my landlord? As a tenant, you are required to give notice when you are ending your tenancy. You have to give 60 days notice if you are moving before the end of your tenancy. If either the landlord or tenant want to end a tenancy before the end […]
As a new homeowner, you may have questions about your utilities. Here are some helpful resources: How do I set up my utilities? To set up your Hydro and Gas bills, contact the following utility companies before your move in date. They will guide you through the process: Hydro Ottawa https://hydroottawa.com/en/accounts-services/services/moving Enbridge Gas https://www.enbridgegas.com/residential/new-customers Hydro […]
If you own a home in Ottawa, chances are that the value of your home has gone up by a significant percentage over the last couple of years. With that in mind, it’s as good a time as ever to take the plunge and start building your real estate investment portfolio using your newfound equity. […]
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