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Urban vs. Suburban: Where Are Ottawa Buyers Heading in 2025

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The Purchase Process: Closing day is the final step in your home-buying journey, and with the right preparation, it can be a smooth and exciting transition. From legal essentials to packing your first night box and handling pets or kids, this checklist will guide you through every key task for a stress-free move into your new home in Ontario.
#NickAnswersReddit: This week, Nick tackles a question from a first-time buyer in Ontario who was asked to sign a Buyer Representation Agreement (BRA) with a builder’s agent. Nick explains what these agreements mean, how they work, and why it’s okay to negotiate the terms—or walk away.
#NickAnswersReddit: Already own a home but want to move into something new? This week, Nick walks through the step-by-step strategies to buy your next home while selling your current one. Whether you’re wondering about bridge financing, sale contingencies, or porting your mortgage, you’ll find practical advice here to help you move up the property ladder in Ottawa.
The Purchase Process: Choosing the right neighbourhood in Ottawa can make all the difference in your home search. Whether you’re looking for a quick commute, a great place to raise a family, or access to top restaurants, this guide will help you understand how location impacts lifestyle and property value. Explore top Ottawa neighbourhoods by category and learn how to refine your search to find the perfect fit.
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The Purchase Process: When buying a home, dozens of little issues can arise—during the inspection, legal review, or financing stage—but they all boil down to just three types: problems you can live with, ones you can renegotiate, and those that make you walk away. Understanding the difference between them is a simple but powerful tool for homebuyers, especially first-timers in Ottawa. This guide walks you through each category, with real examples and advice on how to handle them with the help of your real estate team.
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Purchasing a Home: On the flip side of our article a few weeks ago about interviewing a listing Realtor, here’s everything that you need to know to hire a great Buyer’s Agent!