In this episode of CTV Ottawa Morning Live's Ask The Expert with our own Ottawa Broker of Record Colleen Lyle, Colleen provides an overview of some of the important changes that came into effect on Dec 1, 2023 for the Ontario real estate industry. Some of these changes will affect how you are represented, and how information about purchase or sale could be disclosed when in multiple offers. If you still have questions about how this could affect an upcoming real estate purchase or sale for you in 2024, contact us to find out more and for us to help answer any questions that you may...
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The Pros and Cons of Renting vs Buying
In this episode of CTV "Ask the Expert", Colleen Lyle of TrinityStone Realty discusses renting and buying. What are the advantages, disadvantages of each option to help buyers decide what the best course of action is for them. Still have questions about real estate? Contact us today, and we would be happy to help.
Real Estate True or False - Common Misconceptions
Ottawa Real Estate Broker of Record Colleen Lyle at TrinityStone Realty addresses some misconceptions when buying or selling a home by both home buyers and home sellers. Still have questions about real estate? Contact us today, and we would be happy to help.
Bank of Canada holds interest rate steady at 5%
For now, the Bank of Canada holds interest rates steady at 5% as the economy begins to cool. However, the Bank won't rule out further hikes despite mounting signs that economy is slowing.
This was an expected move by economists and other financial observers, as the central bank's rate hikes since 2022 have made major breakthroughs on bringing down runaway inflation.
"The impact of rate moves can often take up to 18 months to be fully felt, so after taking its lending rate from functionally zero to five per cent in barely a year-and-a-half, there is a danger of overshooting and...
2023 08 23 Home Maintenance That Adds Value Part 3
In this episode of CTV Ottawa Morning's Ask The Expert, local Ottawa real estate broker Colleen Lyle takes a look at before and after's, finding opportunity in homes, and answers your questions. Click to watch now...
Click here to see previous episodes of CTV Ask the Expert with Colleen Lyle
If you are thinking about buying a home
or selling a home this year, and would like to talk to one of our Realtors®, then contact us today to discuss how we help you with your next real estate purchase or sale.
2023 08 23 Home Maintenance That Adds Value Part 2
In this episode of CTV Ottawa Morning's Ask The Expert, local Ottawa real estate broker Colleen Lyle discusses the difference between upgrading and maintaining your home, what buyers are looking for, and answers your questions. Click to watch now...
Click here to see previous episodes of CTV Ask the Expert with Colleen Lyle
If you are thinking about buying a home
or selling a home this year, and would like to talk to one of our Realtors®, then contact us today to discuss how we help you with your next real estate purchase or sale.
2023 08 23 Home Maintenance That Adds Value Part 1
In this episode of CTV Ottawa Morning's Ask The Expert, local Ottawa real estate broker Colleen Lyle discusses home maintenance that adds value and doesn't hurt your property, and answers your questions. Click to watch now...
Click here to see previous episodes of CTV Ask the Expert with Colleen Lyle
If you are thinking about buying a home
or selling a home this year, and would like to talk to one of our Realtors®, then contact us today to discuss how we help you with your next real estate purchase or sale.
2023 07 05 Buying A Cottage Considerations Part 3
In this episode of CTV Ottawa Morning's Ask The Expert, local Ottawa real estate broker Colleen Lyle discusses buying a cottage, things to consider and answers your questions. Click to watch now...
Click here to see previous episodes of CTV Ask the Expert with Colleen Lyle
If you are thinking about buying a home
or selling a home this year, and would like to talk to one of our Realtors®, then contact us today to discuss how we help you with your next real estate purchase or sale.
