Ottawa MLS® Home Sales Hold Steady in Lackluster September

The number of homes sold through the MLS^® System of the Ottawa Real Estate Board (OREB) totaled 946 units in September 2023. This was unchanged from September 2022.

Home sales were 29.6% below the five-year average and 23.6% below the 10-year average for the month of September.

On a year-to-date basis, home sales totaled 9,889 units over the first nine months of the year. This was a large decline of 13% from the same period in 2022.

“Sales activity came in right on par with where it stood at the same time last year but...

Enjoy the Season without Breaking the Bank: Budget-Friendly Fall Activities

As the days get shorter and the weather gets colder - it can become a little more challenging to find things to do AND get motivated to do them! We’ve learned that it’s important to not only have a work/life balance but also to have fun things to look forward to! Fall is a beautiful time of year to enjoy outdoor activities and embrace the season's beauty. And the best part is, you don't have to spend a fortune to have fun. In this article, we'll explore budget-friendly fall activities that will help you create...

Income Properties Are Trending, But Is Landlord Life For You?

If the thought of investing your money into brick and mortar—or perhaps some stylishly-painted siding—excites you, join the club.

Investing in real estate has long been one of Canadians’ favourite ways to grow their wealth. According to a poll by CIBC, 15% of Canadian homeowners already earn some rental income, while another 11% aspire to it. What’s more, over a third of current homeowners (37%) say they’d look for a property with income potential if they were buying a new home.¹

Baby boomers over the age of 55 are...