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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. ...
Continue ReadingMake 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 ...
Continue ReadingLooking 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! ...
Continue ReadingMaking Every Dollar Count in 2026
While you can’t control prices, you can save on recurring expenses by making smart choices, such as: Refinancing your mortgage to secure a lower rate or consolidating other higher-interest debts, if appropriate Downsizing to a smaller home or unit Comparing, negotiating, and bundling services like insurance, internet, and phone, while ...
Continue ReadingStage It or Skip It?
There is a lot of evidence to suggest that when done right, staging typically helps homes sell faster and for a higher price, with typically being the operative word. So, when might staging not be necessary? If your home already looks like it belongs in a design magazine, you may not ...
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