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Moving Between City and Suburbia

The rise of hybrid work has made it easier to live further away from your workplace. Even if you aren’t in a hybrid work environment but maybe considering moving between a city and the suburbs, read on for some food for thought. Transportation — If you don’t have a car and ...

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Carbon Monoxide Alarm Requirements: NEW RULES in 2026

Landlords and Home Owners - take note! Tenants and prospective Buyers - know what to look for! Major Ontario Fire Code changes came into effect January 1, 2026, significantly expanding carbon monoxide (CO) alarm requirements in homes and residential buildings, mandating them on every level near fuel-burning appliances, fireplaces, or attached garages. ...

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Make Your Declaration by March 19, 2026

Plan now to declare your occupancy status on your primary residence and any properties you own. Declarations can be made from January to the Interim Tax due date (the third Thursday in March). This year the deadline for submitting your declaration is March 19, 2026 in Ottawa (and April 30 ...

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Looking to Rent in Ottawa?

Check out my Latest Rental Listings Looking for another area of town or different accommodations? Contact me and I'll set up a search to send you new listings the minute they become available! Looking to Buy a home or Sell your home? I can help you navigate the current market. Contact me! ...

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Protecting your Home Gadgets from Hacking

Imagine your coffee maker switching on by itself, staying on for hours, overheating and becoming a fire hazard. That’s not science fiction. As more and more appliances incorporate Wi-Fi, the opportunities for hackers to play havoc with your home gadgets increase. How do you prevent that from happening? Here are some ...

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