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Ottawa real estate market insights, home buying tips and neighbourhood guides.
July 22, 2026
How to Sell Your Home in Ottawa’s Balanced Market 2026 Ottawa’s real estate market has settled into balanced conditions in 2026, with homes averaging 31 days on market and prices showing modest year-over-year growth of approximately 2%. For sellers, this…
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July 22, 2026
Ottawa Neighbourhoods Near O-Train 2026: Where to Buy The O-Train east extension is set to open in 2026, transforming how Ottawa residents commute and potentially reshaping real estate values across the city. With the new extension connecting Trim Road to…
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July 22, 2026
Ottawa First-Time Buyer HST Relief 2026: Save Up to $130,000 The Ontario government has just announced one of the most significant housing affordability measures in provincial history. Starting in 2026, the province is removing the full 13% Harmonized Sales Tax…
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June 17, 2026
Ottawa Closing Costs Guide for Buyers and Sellers Buying or selling a home in Ottawa involves more than the purchase price. Closing costs are the fees and expenses that arise during the transfer of ownership, typically ranging from 1.5% to…
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June 17, 2026
How to Sell Your Home Fast in Ottawa 2026 Selling your home in Ottawa in 2026 requires a strategic approach. With the market showing balanced conditions—neither strongly favoring buyers nor sellers—your preparation and marketing strategy determine how quickly your property…
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June 17, 2026
First-Time Home Buyer Incentives Ontario 2026 Buying your first home in Ottawa in 2026? Here’s the good news: Ontario and the federal government still offer meaningful incentives that can save you tens of thousands of dollars. The first-time home buyer…
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June 15, 2026
Why mortgage pre-approval matters for Ottawa buyers, what documents you need, and how long a pre-approval lasts in 2026.
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June 15, 2026
A practical guide to downsizing in Ottawa. Find the right home, neighbourhood, and timing for empty nesters ready to simplify.
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June 15, 2026
What to expect from a home inspection in Ottawa, which issues matter most, and how to use the report to protect your purchase.
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June 15, 2026
A practical guide to Ottawa neighbourhoods with strong schools for families in 2026. Public, Catholic, and French options covered by Home613.
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June 15, 2026
Practical tips to sell your Ottawa home faster and for more money in 2026. Pricing, staging, marketing, and timing advice from Home613.
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June 15, 2026
Everything first-time home buyers need to know about Ottawa in 2026. Financing, neighbourhoods, closing costs and more from the Home613 team.
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May 26, 2026
Buying your first home in Ottawa is exciting — and a little overwhelming. The neighbourhood you choose shapes everything: your commute, your social life, your resale value. Here are the best Ottawa neighbourhoods for first-time buyers in 2026. Barrhaven Barrhaven…
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May 26, 2026
Whether you’re thinking of selling or just curious, understanding what your home is worth is the first step. Here’s how home valuation works in Ottawa — and what actually moves the number. What Drives Home Value in Ottawa Three main…
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May 26, 2026
The Ottawa real estate market has entered spring 2026 with steady momentum. After a measured winter, buyer activity is picking up across the city — from downtown condos to suburban detached homes. What Sellers Need to Know Inventory remains constrained…
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