Part 1 of Homebuyer How-To Series. Avoid the common mistakes that homebuyers make and get started with confidence with these tips. Covered in this episode: 1) Creating a needs and wants list that won't get scrapped. 2) Every single expense that you'll run into. Never get surprised! 3) How to choose a lender (Interview with a mortgage broker). Click to watch the Zoom interview, listen to the podcast, and read the entire interview!

Parents have had to take a much larger part in their children's education lately and there are many factors that can make this difficult and overwhelming. Luckily for you, I used to be an elementary school teacher and camp counselor! Here are some great resources and activities that are educational and fun!

In this episode I interview a past client, Joel Karwatsky. Joel and his wife had the challenging task of buying their home a few years ago when Ottawa shifted from a balanced market to a Seller's market in the area that they were searching in. Joel shares how he adapted as a buyer and managed to succeed, and we share some stories about the strange things we saw on his home search. Listen to the full podcast or watch the Zoom call via Youtube!

REALTOR® Christal Cameron joins the REALTOR® IN YOUR POCKET Podcast today. Last week she and I worked together on a home sale in Ottawa. She was representing the Sellers and I represented the buyers, in a sale that went into multiple offers and the property sold over asking price. It's a unique opportunity to see behind the scenes of both sides of the transaction!

For most potential home sellers, the wise move right now is to stay put. In addition to a real risk from Coronavirus, there is short-term uncertainty in the Ottawa market that should hopefully clear up as restrictions are eased and we all adjust to the “New Normal.” That said, it’s actually a great time to prepare for selling your home, since you’re likely spending some extra time there and aren’t under a time pressure. Ottawa’s “spring market” is likely not happening until Summer or Fall this year.

If staying put is not an option any more, my team and I are here to help. We have systems in place to practice largely a non-contact listing and ensure expert marketing and negotiation of the sale of your home. Keep on reading to see what it is like selling your home during Coronavirus.