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Home Buyer Approach (Mar. ’26)
Don’t Try to “Time the Bottom” Ottawa prices already softened slightly in late-2025 and early-2026. Average home price (OREB) around $662K in Feb 2026, down about 1.0% year-over-year. Most forecasts expect slow price growth (around 2–4%) over the next year, not major drops. Advice: Buy when the property and financing work for ...
Continue ReadingInspect Before You Invest
Skipping a home inspection might seem tempting as it might save you money upfront, but it could cost you much more in the long run. A professional inspection can uncover major issues, such as structural, electrical, or plumbing problems, or health hazards like mould or asbestos, which might not be ...
Continue ReadingHumidifiers vs. Dehumidifiers
If you are trying to understand the difference between humidifiers and dehumidifiers and are somewhat confused, you are not alone. Read on to clear up the confusion and ensure your home’s humidity is at optimal levels. Since cooler temperatures and drier air will be here for many areas soon, let’s ...
Continue ReadingMoving 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 ...
Continue ReadingCarbon 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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