Ottawa, ON

Are you looking to buy a 4 bedroom home in Ottawa ? These are not as common as 3 bedroom homes in Ottawa, however they really are available in price ranges above $300 000 most of the time, unless of course you wish to spend less, and then you can buy a 3 bedroom home in Ottawa with a study or an extra recreation room which can be turned into a bedroom.This type of home would enable you to pay less money, yet still get what you are looking for, however a true 4 bedroom home in Ottawa will probably cost you above $ 300 000 on average.There is not too much for sale right now, but there still ARE very good buys on the market, and I can definitely assist you with your creative purchasing decisions and Ideas for home staging and decorating.Feel free to call me at http://OttawaRealEstateQuestions

If you haven't heard yet or if you haven't recieved your Green Bin on your front door Step, the Green Bin program is part of the City of Ottawa's long-term plan for solid waste management. Many people have concerns about how this will affect us at tax time and with the media putting out false information, homeowners were led in a negative direction. Even though when you really think about it, this is a good system to be putting into place when it has everything to do with helping out our environment and helping to reduce the waste that were putting into our landfills.

The proposed system would see costs for the green-bin program paid by homeowners through a service charge attached to the June property-tax bill. Currently that bill just has an $86 garbage-collection fee. Under the new system, that service bill would also include $41 for blue- and black-box recycling (currently paid from property taxes) and $68 for the green-bin service. The annual solid-waste bill would add up to $195 per household while rural residents and businesses won't have the Green Bin service therefore they will not have to pay for it.

Check out the link below to get more information on the green Bin Program.

http://www.greenbinottawa.ca/Home.aspx

$254,900, 18 Baton CT, Kanata, ON, MLS# 743555

Charming and lovingly maintain 3 bedroom, 3 bath free hold town home. The home is located on a private court, close to all amenities, and easy access to the highway. 6 appliances included, updated heating system, neutral flooring, and recently painted with modern colours. The large master bedroom with walk-in closet also features a bright 3 piece en-suite. Large unspoiled lower level provides fabulous opportunity for your personal touches!

Welcome to this months professional profile post - this is the 1st of many to follow!

Capital Home Staging and Design
Kristy Morrison-Bowen

Kristy is a young professional business owner in Ottawa whom I've been very lucky to work with. When selling your home, we need to put your best foot forward and that's where working with Kristy comes in! With over 88% of buyers searching the photos on the internet before they contact or connect with a Realtor we need to have your home in top selling condition and we need it to appeal to the largest majority of potential buyers. Before your home goes on the market you will have a personal 2 hour consultation with Kristy where she will discuss how to highlight your home, eliminate any eye catching distractions and enhance the visual flow throughout your home.

Whether you're looking for a color consultation, interior design tips or help with your furniture or decor placement call Kristy from Captial Home Staging & Design today! (613) 832-8958 or visit www.capitalhomestaginganddesign.ca.

When you are ready to sell your home give me a call (613) 859-0809 or visit www.christianelafleur.com and signup as a VIP Seller - as part of my marketing package you'll get to take advantage of a FREE consultation w/ Kristy to help get your home in top selling condition!

As a seasoned Realtor in Ottawa one of the most frequently asked questions I get is: "When is the best time to sell my home?" The majority of Realtors and Sellers would suggest that selling your home in the Spring is the greatest time to put your home on the market. Having said that, in my opinion, the best time to sell your home is when YOU are ready to move!

We know that the Spring market is the most active time to buy and sell homes in Ottawa - however, since there are so many other Sellers thinking the same thing, you'll have LOTS of competition and will be forced to price your home more competitively to appeal to more buyers. The abundance of homes for sale allows a Buyer to take their time and be a little more "picky" with their decision and what they are looking for - they react a little slower. I have to admit that in the fall and winter months there will be less buyers however the same goes for there being less sellers; therefore less competition! You're in a much better position to price your home (and could get away with a few thousand more) and wouldn't you say that a buyer looking to move in the cold months during the holidays would be VERY serious?!... I would!!!

I truely believe that selling your home depends on YOUR personal timing - no matter what the season or market conditions. Now... in Ottawa we are experiencing a very STRONG Sellers market and there is desperate need for more inventory - some properties are selling for over 30k above asking in multiple offers. If you were considering selling in the spring it may be to your advantage to move up your timeline a little - maximising your equity with a quick sale doesn't sound so bad!?

Call me today for a FREE Home Evaluation. If you're ready to sell your home today you can benefit from a FREE Home Staging consultation and a Professional photographer - I work with the right professionals to showcase your home to the most buyers! Call me today (613) 859-0809 or visit www.christianelafleur.com!