by REM Editorial Team | Jan 15, 2025 | Boards & Associations, News
Ottawa saw 613 homes sell in December 2024, 7.9 per cent more than the previous year, the Ottawa Real Estate Board (OREB) reports. This was 6.8 per cent below the five-year average and 2.7 per cent below the 10-year average for December. Year-to-date, sales totalled...
by Anthony Marcusa | Dec 31, 2024 | Sales & Marketing
A competitive housing market and affordability crisis are leading more Realtors to work with renters. A rise in rental scams, along with high interest rates facing prospective buyers, means professionals should consider investing in working relationships with renters,...
by REM Editorial Team | Oct 16, 2024 | Boards & Associations, News
The Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) recently reported that Ottawa’s “population-adjusted construction is at its lowest level in nearly 10 years.” A City of Ottawa progress report shows that Ottawa is only at 22 per cent of its annual housing target at...
by REM Editorial Team | Sep 13, 2024 | Boards & Associations, News
The Ottawa real estate market saw increased activity in August, with 1,100 homes sold, the Ottawa Real Estate Board (OREB) reports. This marks a 10.2 per cent rise compared to August 2023, though sales remained below both the five-year (-11.4 per cent) and 10-year...
by REM Editorial Team | Aug 20, 2024 | Boards & Associations, News
In July, Ottawa’s housing market saw a significant uptick in activity, with 1,241 homes sold through the MLS system, the Ottawa Real Estate Board (OREB) reports. This marks a 13.6 per cent increase from July 2023, signaling a strong month for sales. However, despite...