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Seller checklist for summer listings in Ottawa real estate
26 May 16 01:49 PM | Gord McCormick | 0 Comments   

(updated from a previous post in June 2014) Late spring and early summer should be the best time to sell a residential property, as most properties will look their best and we experience peak sales volume during these months. Peak season goes by quickly; Read More...

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"Coming soon" and "Exclusive" listings: who really benefits?
10 April 16 08:31 AM | Gord McCormick | 0 Comments   

You may be noticing more and more listings coming out with either a “Coming Soon” flag or sign on them or the qualifier that they are “exclusive listings, ie “…so don’t miss out and call me right away!” Do these Read More...

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Listing inventory is the critical indicator to watch in 2016 Ottawa real estate
31 March 16 07:43 AM | Gord McCormick | 0 Comments   

We have had some positive signs in the local real estate market over the last few months and most industry watchers and participants would expect it to be a good year in our marketplace. There are a still a couple of potential “potholes” though Read More...

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Lots of potential potholes in Ottawa real estate for 2016
07 February 16 02:46 PM | Gord McCormick | 0 Comments   

Like it or not, our local economy is dominated by Federal government activity and there are a lot of potential potholes we may face as the new government sets out to try and keep all the promises it has made. Will Liberal history repeat itself? Trudeau Read More...

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Selling in December: "to tree or not to tree? "
20 November 15 10:29 AM | Gord McCormick | 0 Comments   

When I’m selling in December…should I decorate my home? Perhaps not the biggest question sellers and their Realtors may have on their minds late in the year but one that warrants some consideration. Christmas is an important time of the year Read More...

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Should I be buying or selling real estate in Ottawa winter?
17 November 15 11:20 AM | Gord McCormick | 0 Comments   

While most Realtors would suggest “there is never a bad time to buy or sell a property”, there are certainly a number of issues to be considered in buying or selling a property in the Ottawa winter. Here are a few items to consider: The case Read More...

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16 tips to guarantee a successful sale in spring or summer 2016
15 November 15 01:18 PM | Gord McCormick | 0 Comments   

1. meet with your Realtor to discuss plans and get an up to date market evaluation and check up on your existing property. 2. establish a well buffered estimate of baseline selling price for your existing property. This will help establish net equity Read More...

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Ottawa real estate market report Sept. 7th, 2015
07 September 15 08:40 AM | Gord McCormick | 0 Comments   

Ottawa real estate has had a pretty good summer all things considered, though prices are still pretty flat and we still have some listing inventory concerns, August was a pretty good month with decent unit sales increases for both residential properties Read More...

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How will Federal election results impact Ottawa real estate?
06 September 15 08:55 AM | Gord McCormick | 0 Comments   

As we reach the halfway mark in a hotly contested (and for us, lengthy) campaign, we were wondering what the election outcome might mean for our local real estate market. Though few can have an accurate crystal ball on this issue, we did a little history Read More...

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Is fall a good time to buy or sell Ottawa real estate?
06 September 15 08:47 AM | Gord McCormick | 0 Comments   

Our peak real estate season is fading with the last weeks of summer but what is the outlook for those looking to buy or sell in the fall market? Business steady if unspectacular in Sept and Oct: As one can see from the table below, September and October Read More...

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Ottawa listing inventory highest in 12 years!
10 July 15 06:43 AM | Gord McCormick | 0 Comments   

Many sellers face a long, stressful summer in Ottawa real estate June sales results were generally positive with increases in unit sales and average prices but listing inventory continues to grow and make life miserable for many sellers. Listing inventory Read More...

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Could mandatory energy audits and the MLTT be in place by Spring 2016?
29 June 15 03:21 PM | Gord McCormick | 0 Comments   

Mandatory Energy audits and the MLTT: two good reasons to buy or sell now! Buyers and sellers should both be concerned with two pending agenda items on the Provincial Government review list: the potential implementation of mandatory green energy audits Read More...

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June photos perfect for future listings
07 June 15 11:50 AM | Gord McCormick | 0 Comments   

Now is the perfect time of the year to take some quality exterior photos of your property to have on file for a future listing. Yards and gardens look their best right now, before the summer heat takes its toll. Having a good supply of photos on file Read More...

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Ottawa seller tips for summer showing success!
07 June 15 11:36 AM | Gord McCormick | 0 Comments   

Late spring and early summer should be the best time to sell a residential property, as most properties outdoor spaces will look their best. Here are a few tips on how to make sure your listing is as ready as can be: 1. Remember: buyers shop online first, Read More...

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How to avoid basement deal killers in summer listings
22 May 15 06:51 PM | Gord McCormick | 0 Comments   

Summer is a lovely time of year but unfortunately can raise some significant buyer issues which are real impediments to getting deals done. Though in most cases these issues are solvable, sellers should be cautious to review carefully the air quality Read More...

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