As temperatures head down to their seasonal norm, we’re turning up the heat at home. That means higher bills, but having an energy-efficient home can keep heating costs under control. EnerQuality designs and operates five “green” building standards for the construction industry in Ontario. “These focus on the design and construction of the home,” says…
Members of the Ottawa Real Estate Board sold 699 residential properties in December through the Board’s Multiple Listing Service® system compared with 618 in December 2010, an increase of 13.1 per cent. The five-year average for December sales is 611. The total number of homes sold through the Board’s MLS® system in 2011 was…
For an explanation, Canadians can look to the European sovereign-debt crisis, according to the latest Housing Trends and Affordability report by RBC Economics. The report found the average housing cost of a standard two-storey home was 48.8% of the median pre-tax income, down 0.6% from the previous quarter. “It appears that developments related to the…
Members of the Ottawa Real Estate Board sold 1,020 residential properties in November through the Board’s Multiple Listing Service® system compared with 940 in November 2010, an increase of 8.5 per cent. The five-year average for November sales is 881. Of those 1,020 sales, 244 were in the condominium property class, while 776 were in…
He gave no indication, however, whether his next move might be to actually reduce the trendsetting overnight rate from the current one per cent, as at least two major economists have urged. In a speech to a business audience in Montreal, the central banker made clear that he sees recent indicators that the Canadian economy…
After working with several realtors during our search for a house, we were fortunate to have found Tom Sapinski. As a realtor, he makes himself easily available, listens attentively, gathers information, and presents it in a clear and concise manner. Tom is extremely knowledgeable about the housing market, the city, and about house construction in…
Hi Tom , Steve and I just wanted to thank you for your amazing service, while we were preparing to sell our home and purchase our new one. Your dedication, patience and professionalism is unbelievable. We truly appreciate your work ethic and dedication to your clients. When my sister-in-law suggested we use an…
Members of the Ottawa Real Estate Board sold 1,062 residential properties in October through the Board’s Multiple Listing Service® system compared with 1,038 in October 2010, an increase of 2.3 per cent. The five-year average for October sales is 1,071. Of those sales, 253 were in the condominium property class, while 809 were in the…
New Ottawa Condo Development is causing some trouble between local residents/business owners and the builder.
Follow the link below to view a virtual tour and visit my “Listings” section for more info.
