by Joseph Richer | Sep 15, 2020 | Guest Columns
It’s hard to believe that fall is on the doorstep, and many people have shifted gears to “back to school” mode – although in a very different environment. It has been a difficult year for everyone, and I believe it’s important – now more than ever – to celebrate some...
by Gord McCormick | Sep 4, 2020 | Featured, Guest Columns
The “exclusive” (or non-MLS) listing has been more widely used in our sellers’ market conditions in Ottawa during the last couple of years. While not widespread, it has clearly picked up advocates during the 2020 pandemic. Though there is nothing inherently wrong with...
by Sean Morrison | Aug 28, 2020 | Featured, Guest Columns
The Ontario Real Estate Association (OREA) exists to help our members succeed in building stronger communities. We are always looking to improve our product offering to members and we have an incredible opportunity before us at OREA to invest in new member services....
by David Stroud | Aug 26, 2020 | Featured, Guest Columns
COVID-19 hit some large cities early in the pandemic. Most will recall that New York City was hit particularly hard. Based on this information, many people concluded that cities are more vulnerable to contagion. As well, the real estate industry has observed that many...
by David Larock | Aug 24, 2020 | Featured, Guest Columns
Mortgage rates continue to fall, and the mortgage stress-test rate that is used to qualify mortgage applications also fell from 4.94 per cent to 4.79 per cent. This marks the first drop in the mortgage stress-test rate since COVID-19 began. By comparison, actual...
by Dan Martin | Jun 23, 2020 | Advice for Agents, Guest Columns
All real estate agents strive to secure listings. Securing a listing appointment is one thing but getting the homeowners to trust you with their property is easier said than done. The listing presentation could be a simple conversation with a homeowner. But most...
