The 1% rule is one of the most widely quoted rules of thumb in real estate investing, but applying it blindly in Ottawa will leave you on the sidelines—or trapped in a bad deal. Here is how to look past simplistic internet formulas, factor in condo fees, and work backward from achievable rent to make confident, numbers-based investment decisions.
Stepping into residential investing requires more than picking a neighbourhood you like. Here are five practical, expensive mistakes first-time Ottawa investors make—and how to sidestep them.
Buying a home isn’t just about square footage and renovated kitchens; it’s about where your life actually happens. Before you sign on the dotted line, here is how you can test drive an Ottawa neighbourhood to make sure it truly fits your lifestyle, commute, and long-term goals.
Looking to slow down, pick up a hands-on hobby, or meet like-minded neighbours? Discover Ottawa’s rich network of pottery studios, makerspaces, and craft guilds across core and East Ottawa.
Community and Giving Back: Finding the right home often comes down to finding the right school. Here is a clear breakdown of how Ottawa school catchment areas work, how boundaries influence home values, and why school rankings never tell the whole story.
Looking for ways to give back locally? Explore active volunteer opportunities across Ottawa, and learn how you can join our team for the upcoming Coldest Night of the Year walk and local shelter tour.
When moving to a new city, finding new friends can be difficult. Thankfully, we’ve got the scoop on top Ottawa rec sports leagues, craft meetups, trivia nights, and hobby clubs where you can connect with people who share your actual interests.
Moving to Ottawa? Skip the paperwork and discover how to build community, make friends, and feel at home with local events, centres, and resources.
What to Know Moving to Ottawa is often discussed in practical terms: employment, housing affordability, commuting patterns, schools, and proximity to family or government work. These are important considerations; however, they do not fully capture what day-to-day life in Ottawa actually feels like. Ottawa is commonly understood as a quiet government city, and while that… Continue reading Moving to Ottawa? What I Wish I Knew.
Moving: The moving truck has officially driven away, and you are left standing in a house full of taped-up cardboard boxes. Before you dive headfirst into unpacking your kitchen plates, there are a few practical, real-world tasks you should take care of first. Here are my 10 straightforward tips of tasks to do immediately after moving in to keep your household safe, secure, and organized.
