THE FUTURE OF OTTAWA

Ottawa is moving a lot quicker than we may have anticipated.  With a ton of new developments and big plans for our future, this city is on its way to booming in many ways. For those who don’t like change, you may want to stop reading now.  The landscape of this city...

LEGAL SECONDARY UNITS – OTTAWA

So you want to build a LEGAL SECONDARY DWELLING UNIT IN YOUR HOME?! It’s an excellent idea, and can generate very attractive positive cashflow for many home-owners in Ottawa.  And it’s also one of my favorite styles of investment around here, and here’s why; cashflow,...

SELLERS MARKET FOR 2017??

So, I’ve got good news for anyone who owns property in Ottawa.  The market is off to a very strong start in 2017, and looks like it’s only going to get hotter.   Yes, I think it’s safe to say that after about 4 years of being a ‘buyer’s market’ the tides are finally...

LEGAL SECONDARY DWELLING UNITS – OTTAWA

Before you dive into a real estate investment, it’s very important that you are very clear about what your goals and lifestyle requirements are now and in the future.   What I always ask my clients up front is, ‘what’s your budget?’.    Financing is the number one...

PHASE 2 LRT LINE IN OTTAWA

It’s no secret that the new LRT line in Ottawa, is going to be a game-changer. For those who plan to buy this year, especially investment properties, it’s time you shift your focus towards the upcoming Phase 2 of Ottawa’s LRT line.    I say this because I know there...

BASEMENT APARTMENTS IN OTTAWA

Basement apartments, also known as legal secondary suites or legal second units, are possibly the best real estate investments in Ottawa right now. Everywhere you turn, people around us are looking to real estate as an investment to park their money and watch it grow....

BYWARD MARKET REAL ESTATE

The Byward Market is a very culturally diverse neighborhood, and home to some of Ottawa’s best restaurants, tourist attractions, shopping, sightseeing, and much more. The Market as its called, was originally used by Colonel By back in the 1800’s as a center for market...

HINTONBURG – OTTAWA’S HOTTEST NEW NEIGHBORHOOD

Welcome to Hintonburg; one of Ottawa’s newest, hottest, and trendiest neighborhoods right now. For the past number of years, Hintonburg has been rapidly growing and evolving as the hip new spot to live, work, and open a new business.   With tons of cool, modern homes...

BYWARD MARKET LIVING

Thinking of moving to the vibrant Byward Market in Ottawa?   Here’s a quick list of why the Byward Market is one of the best neighborhoods in the city for restaurants, retail therapy/shopping, nightlife, social events, tourism, and so much more!   Here are my top 5...

OTTAWA’S REAL ESTATE MARKET – MAY 2017

 So, it’s no secret that Ottawa’s real estate market has been very hot this year, but this is pretty impressive.  The month of May 2017 set a record for highest sales volume in any single month ever! And even more surprising, is that condo sales shot way up (yes,...