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The True Cost of Home Ownership

Ask anyone and they'll tell you - real estate is a big investment. It necessitates a sizable commitment from buyers in the form of a down payment, not to mention a number of other ongoing expenses. In this article, we'll discuss the commonly overlooked costs of home ownership and remind you why they're essential to...

Moving with Pets

Moving with Pets   Moving can be an incredibly exciting experience. A new home, surrounded by new people and maybe even a new neighbourhood to explore. On the flipside, it can also be quite stressful. There are strict deadlines that have to be met, and many parties who require clear and frequent communication. Luckily, our
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Understanding The Fall Real Estate Market

Understanding The Fall Real Estate Market   It’s no secret, the seasons play a big role in the real estate market. As fall comes around, you may feel as if you’ve missed out on the prime of the real estate market.   Although spring is typically the busiest time in real estate, the fall market
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Beyond the Sign: How Realtors Determine List Prices

Beyond the Sign: How Realtors Determine List Prices. – There are a number of factors that go into the successful marketing and sale of a home. Even before the ‘For Sale’ sign goes up, the professional REALTORS® at Royal LePage Team Realty are working hard to make sure that all of the elements are in place.
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Bring Your Gardening Hobby Indoors

Bring Your Gardening Hobby Indoors   Just because the weather is getting cooler doesn’t mean your gardening hobby has to take a back seat. Luckily, there are many approaches you can take with a variety of different styles to make your indoor garden just as fabulous as outdoors. In this article, we’ll list some tips,
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How to Handle Multiple Offers on a Home – Part 2

So, after years of planning and saving, you're ready to buy your next home. And it couldn't be at a better time. But as you start your home search, you realize that you're not the only one looking for a deal. In fact, you're up against stiff competition from other buyers who are also looking...

Ottawa Real Estate Market Snapshot August 2022

The August 2022 Ottawa Real Estate Board Stats are out! Market Snapshot: Sales slowed down in August which is traditional for the month as most are enjoying summer vacations. Days on market increased as did prices (in comparison to August 2021) but at a more moderate rate than earlier in the year. If you’re considering
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Fall Maintenance Checklist

Fall Maintenance Checklist   It’s September, and fall is in full swing. As the seasons change, the national capital region will put a wide variety of colours on full display for us to enjoy. But while the leaves are beautiful, they can provide their own set of tasks to deal with. Your property will need
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5 Tricks for a Smooth Move with the Kids

5 Tricks for a Smooth Move with the Kids   Moving can seem like a daunting task. There are so many things to think about, plan and organize with many strict deadlines that need to be met. Not to mention the added stress of having to do it all with the kids in tow. But
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5 Tricks for a Smooth Transition with the Kids

5 Tricks for a Smooth Transition with the Kids   Moving can seem like a daunting task. There are so many things to think about, plan and organize with many strict deadlines that need to be met. Not to mention the added stress of having to do it all with the kids in tow. But
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4 Tips for the Coziest Autumn Patio

4 Tips for the Coziest Autumn Patio   As the weather cools, you’re still going to want to make the most of your outdoor spaces. Luckily, you still have a lot of time left to enjoy them before the snow falls. In this blog, we’ll discuss some common patio trends that will help you make
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Beyond the Sign: Choosing the best realtor

 Beyond the Sign: Choosing the best realtor – “Whether you are buying or selling a home, working with the right REALTOR® can make a huge difference in the success of your real estate transaction. It takes a lot of skill to be able to market homes, negotiate terms, and ensure the entire process goes smoothly. It is
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Ottawa Real Estate Market Snapshot July 2022

The July 2022 Ottawa Real Estate Board Stats are out! Market Snapshot: The number of sales dropped in July and momentum continues for new listing inventory showing signs that a balanced market could be coming. The average sale price continues to climb however at a much lower, single-digit rate. If you’re considering a move we’re
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How to Handle Multiple Offers on Your Home (Part 1)

So, you've just put your home for sale on the market. And things look promising. Having just renovated and put a lot of work into the property, you're confident that it will catch the eye of potential buyers and get an offer in no time.  But to your (pleasant) surprise, you receive not just one...

Beyond the Sign: Buying and selling waterfront properties

“The waterfront real estate market around Ottawa continues to be hot this summer. Area residents have always loved their summer cottages, but these days more people are also choosing a more permanent lake or river view. According to Jason Ralph, Broker of Record and President of Royal LePage Team Realty, waterfront properties are in high demand. “We’ve seen
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