Are you interested in buying an investment property? If your answer is YES than I believe I can be a great asset to your search. As a REALTOR® I can find you the best buys on the market and help you organize your search.  Ever since I started in this business I've been blessed to represent some of the savviest investors in the city of Ottawa and in Canada. It might surprise you that a Real Estate Salespersons and their clients have privileged information on the Status of certain properties. Investors that form alliances with good hard working agents will receive information that is not available to the general public and will be made aware of the HOT HOT HOT DEALS that are available even before the for sale sign goes up. The reason for this is because when certain listings are taken the... 09/11/2009

Ottawa Real Estate Questions are frequently asked of me, and it is always my pleasure to provide somebody with a good answer that will clarify things for them and more than justify their utilising my Ottawa Real Estate Services.The other day a First Time Buyer couple advised me that their parents would be co-signing on the Mortgage and would therefore go on Title with them. It then begged the question ?.......Would the LAND TRANSFER TAX rebate of up to $2 000 that applies to First Time Buyers in Ottawa, apply to this young couple, as now their parents (who were not first time buyers)were on title, as opposed to only them.I asked the lawyer handling the closing about this specific Ottawa Real Estate Question and he made some inquiries to the Ottawa Ministry of Finance and the answer is a... 09/11/2009

Ottawa Real Estate Questions can be answered very simply indeed. The Ottawa Real Estate Market is very `protected`from the hard times that have fallen on certain other quìeter Canadian`real estate markets.The reason for this is because Ottawa is a government city in Canada and is the Capital of Canada and as such it is a stable real estate market.Ottawa does not experience the highs and lows in Real Estate as do other Canadian markets.In fact, the annual capital appreciation growth is extremely stable and has been around 4-7% for approximately the past 50 years.This is why it is really a good idea to invest in this market as it is fairly predictable and stable. As a first time home buyer in the Ottawa Real Estate market, you might have some questions.Those questions I would be happy to ... 09/11/2009

Come and join us on September 19, 2009 at the Sandy Hill Community Park behind the Community Centre in Sandy Hill, Ottawa for the official re-opening of the park. We will be celebrating the re-opening of the our Sandy Hill park as well as the completion of the sewer rehabilitation project in partnership with Sandy Hill Community Health Centre and the City of Ottawa. Event details: Saturday, September 19, 2009 (rain date is Sunday, September 20, 2009) 2pm to 7pm Location: Sandy Hill Park 250 Somerset East, Ottawa There will be games, displays, tours of park features, BBQ and an Official ceremony planned for 4.30pm. FREE! --- About Sandy Hill: Sandy Hill is a community located near downtown Ottawa, Ontario. 09/10/2009

Cumberland Estates is located east of the City of Ottawa, Ontario. The large village of Cumberland is located on the Ottawa River. Originally part of the Historic Township of Cumberland. The population as of 2001 was 3,647. Homes in Cumberland Estates are great for anyone looking to buy or rent a home, condo or apartment. Residents of Cumberland Estates can take advantage of the local parks and green space along with its numerous amenities such as grocery stores, mall, a church and much more.      Since January 2009 there has been 9 homes sold and there is currently 4 homes for sale in the Cumberland Estates neighborhood of Ottawa, Ontario. Prices of homes in the area are as follows: For a 3+1 bedroom bungalow home with 2 bathrooms you can expect to pay around $357,900 A waterfront prop... 09/09/2009

Cambrian Heights is located in the east end of Ottawa before Rockland. The neighborhood of Cambrian Heights has a lot to offer whether you are looking to buy or lease a house, apartment or a condo. This rural community offers lots of green spaces and many amenities located nearby including grocery stores, malls, schools and much more. Cambrian Heights offers convenient transportation with it's close proximity to OC Transpo bus lines. Since January 2009 there has been 9 homes sold in Cambrian Heights and at time of writing there is only 4 homes for sale. Prices of homes in Cambrian Heights are as follows: For a 3+1 bedroom custom built bungalow on a 1.42 acres lot with gleaming hardwood floors and a beautiful gourmet kitchen you can expect to pay $599,000 For a 3 bedroom bungalow home on... 09/09/2009

Cardinal Glen also known as Dunbarton Court is located minutes from Downtown Ottawa. Built in the 1980's by Timberlea Homes most homes found in Cardinal Glen are townhomes or single family homes with 2 storeys. Cardinal Glen is bordered by the Beechwood cemetery and the Notre Dame Cemetery. This neighborhood is located minutes from downtown Ottawa and the Byward market but still offers pedestrian lots of green space. Residents of Cardinal Glen or as they call is Dunbarton Court can also enjoy the Vanier Public Library as well as the community centre and the Sugar Shack located in the White Fathers Park (Père's Blancs) of Vanier. There is alway low inventory of homes for sale in Cardinal Glen (Dunbarton Court) at time of writing you can find only one 3 bed / 3 bath row unit bungalow at $... 09/08/2009

Quartier Vanier is believed by many to be the next up and coming neighborhood of Ottawa, Ontario. It is most notable for its sizable Ottawa francophone community (32%) and its short trip to downtown Ottawa and the Byward market. In fact, Vanier remains one of the few inexpensive Ottawa neighborhoods in proximity to downtown to live. Vanier offers many types of housing including row houses, townhouse, semi-detached, single family all the way up to triplexes and bigger apartment complexes. This said, there is a home in Quartier Vanier for everyone! Even if Vanier has one of the lowest rental prices in Ottawa, Vanier is an attractive neighborhood for investors because of the housing prices and demand to live near downtown. You can find a 4 bedroom apartment rental in Vanier for as little a... 09/08/2009

Join Tami Bonnell, President of the US Organization of EXIT Realty Corp. International, for an informative, live webinar addressing the most common issues concerning you, the buying and selling public, as you weather today's stormy real estate market. If you're thinking of buying, selling or investing in real estate, you owe it to yourself to get the facts from a veteran real estate expert. Webinars are held monthly at 4:00 pm and 7:00 pm ET. The subjects change every month so be sure to register for the series. No obligation. No baloney. No sales pitch. Just straight talk. Ms Bonnell’s real estate career spans more than 25 years during which she was instrumental in building three major brands. Ms Bonnell has been featured several times in major industry publications, including Real Est... 09/06/2009

About the Ottawa Humane Society: Each year, the Ottawa Humane Society rescues, cares for and re-homes 11,000 animals in our community. Our goal is always to provide immediate care for the animals under our roof and to create a better future for all of Ottawa's animals. At the Central Experimental Farm’s Arboretum on Sunday, September 13,10am Rain or Shine Individuals or teams can choose between the traditional 5K walk or a 2K walk and can walk with or without a dog. Walk participants pay a $25 registration fee ($40 for families), and then collect pledges to earn valuable prizes. INFO, pledge forms and registration at ottawahumane.ca Sign up here. View the Walkathon page for more information. 09/05/2009

Castle Heights is a neighborhood in Ottawa Ontario. It is located east of the Rideau River, south of St-Laurent Boulevard, north of Donald Street and west of the Queensway. The neighborhood's main streets are McArthur, St-Laurent and Donald Rd.. Castle Heights is located south of Donald Street. Houses in the Castle Heights neighborhood can be a bit more expensive than nearby Overbrook. The area offers many affordable houses and just a short trip to downtown Castle Heights is ideal for families. There are many reasons to buy a home in Castle heights here are a few: Proximity to downtown Ottawa Wide range of properties including single family homes, bungalows, duplex, triplex as well as condominiums. Opportunities for property investors and live-in landlords Nearby St-Laurent shopping cen... 09/05/2009

Sandy Hill's Community Garage Sale will be happening Saturday, September 12th, 2009. This will be a grand neighbourhood garage sale in Sandy Hill. All residents and businesses of Sandy Hill are invited to participate and everyone is welcome. For more information on this event please email sandyhillgaragesale@hotmail.com 09/05/2009

Sandy Hill Houses are always fast to sell when they are priced well. Here is an update of what happened in Sandy Hill for the last 14 days. There has been: 9 New House Listings in Sandy Hill 1 House back on the market 5 Houses we're Conditionally sold 6 Houses sold in the district/neighborhood of Sandy Hill 5 Houses we're rented or leased. Stay up to date with the lattest news of Sandy Hill and the real estate market. Click on "Subscribe to Blog" on the right hand side 09/03/2009

You have decided to become a real estate agent in Ottawa and would like to know what your next step is? The Ontario Real Estate Association (OREA) overseas registration in Ontario and courses to become a licenced real estate professional are given by the OREA College. Courses can be taken here in Ottawa at the Ottawa Real Estate Board. If you are ready to : Help buyers make the largest single purchase they may ever undertake Have a career that offers flexibility, financial paybacks and great growth porential Challenge yourself Make personal sacrifices Then you are ready to become a real estate agent in Ottawa. To start off visit the OREA website to learn more about the courses and requirements to become licenced. Should you have any questions on your way to becoming licenced please don'... 09/02/2009

Sandy Hill is located in Ottawa, Ontario. It is bordered by the Rideau Canal, the Rideau River, Rideau Street and the Queensway. During the nineteenth and early twentieth century was home of Ottawa's wealthiest families. Sandy Hill is a great place to buy for these reasons: The Neighborhood is in close Proximity to downtown Ottawa and the Byward Market Sandy Hill has many Heritage homes Great rental properties for students of the University of Ottawa. This being said its a great place to find income properties in Ottawa Beautiful parks and bike path Sandy Hill is walking distance to downtown shops, nightlife and entertainment. Homes in Sandy Hill range from $240 000 for a condo to $1,200 000 for a 5 bed 3 bath house (approx at time of writing). To receive instant notifications when prop... 09/02/2009

Viscount Alexander Park's real estate market is small. As a matter of fact since January 1st 2009 there has been only 4 listings and 6 sold listings in the Viscount Alexander Park neigborhood. A detached 4 bedrooms / 3 bathrooms up-down duplex can be found for $317,000, 3 storey row units in Viscount Alexander Park can cost anywhere between $320,000 and $379,000 finally a single detached home with 4 bedrooms / 3 bathrooms in Viscount Alexander Park are around $510,000.     To receive instant notifications of when properties meeting your criteria hits the market visit my VIP Buyers program page or give Roch St-Georges a call Office: 613-837-0011 Direct: 613-889-7732     09/02/2009

Homes in Manor Park are attractive because of their close proximity to Downtown Ottawa and the Byward Market south of the Ottawa river. The neigborhood of Manor Park is located near Hamlock and St-Laurent road next to Rockcliffe Park a prestigeous neighborhood in Ottawa. You can find a 3 bedroom / 1 bathroom detached 1.5 storey home for $345,000, or a 3 bedroom / 2 bathroom bungalow for under $350,000. Manor Park is a beautiful neighborhood its surrounded by ample parks and green space. Because of its close proximity to the Rockcliffe Parkway Manor Park is great for hiking, cycling and walking trails. For these reasons many choose to buy their Home in Manor Park, Ottawa. To view listings of homes in Manor Park, Ottawa please contact Roch St-Georges at Office: 613-837-0011 or Direct: 613... 09/02/2009

Located in Orleans a suburn of Ottawa, Ontario, EXIT Realty Matrix, Brokerage is dedicated to providing the highest quality of Ottawa Realtor Services. At Ottawa EXIT Realty we provide buyers and sellers the most knowledgeable sales team to make the process of selling and buying a home a pleasant one. To reach the office call 613-837-0011 to reach me directly call 613-889-7732 Have a great day! Roch St-Georges is a Sales Representative for Exit Realty Matrix in Ottawa, Ontario. 09/02/2009

Here is the activity from the Ottawa Real Estate Board for the last 14 days. There has been 891 New Listings 83 Back On Market 378 Conditional Sales 713 Sold Listings 73 Rented/Leased Listings For more information about activity in your area please contact Roch St-Georges at 613-837-0011 (Office) or at 613-889-7732 (Direct). 09/02/2009

Cozy two bedroom + den home, with hardwood flooring throughout. Large eat-in kitchen has been renovated and all appliancdes are included. Master bedroom has 2 pc ensuite. Large Lot with shed and partially fenced yard. Perfect starter home in Rockland for under $150,000. Stay up to date with the latest, hottest listings in the City with my VIP buyers program. Receive instant notifications when a property meeting your search criteria hits the market. Call Roch at 613-889-7732 for more information. 09/01/2009