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Lowest rates in your life time.

September 3rd, 2010

Lowest interest rates in your life time.

We just finished a strong selling month in August and the trend continues again for the opening week of September. Prime mortgage rates are still very attractive and inexpensive. The current rate of 2.75% compared to 2007 at 6%, 2000 at 7.5% and the average 10 year rate of 4.81%. Borrowing money today is very affordable.

If you are thinking of purcha ...

What should happen?

August 31st, 2010

What should happen in the Real Estate Market with the HST?

Author and investor Peter Kinch one of the foremost Canadian experts in financing real estate portfolios, offers his glimpse of real estate's future with the HST (Harmonized Sales Tax)

Prices should settle over the course of the winter, only to rebound in the spring of 2011, once Canadians adjust to the new reality of the HST. Fear ...

An Action Packed Month in Ottawa

June 28th, 2010

It is an action packed month of July for Festivals in Ottawa starting with Canada Day on July 1st.

Canada Day Colours
Canada Day festivities start at 8:00 am with the raising of the flag, changing of the guards and the Musical Ride. The finally is at 10 pm with the Fireworks at Parliament Hill. Other events include the music by the Barenaked Ladies, Johnny Reid and more. The city will be alive with action, ...

Homeowner emergency responce plan

June 24th, 2010

With earthquakes and tornadoes on the top of minds in Ontario and Eastern Quebec these past 24 hours, we wanted to bring to light the new Homeowner emergency response plan in conjunction with Home Depot Canada.

Residents and businesses in disaster-stricken communities across Ontario will be able to recover and rebuild more quickly, thanks to a plan launched in May by the Ontario Associati ...

Listings like a Model Home

June 22nd, 2010

We have the advantage of working with both Buyers and Sellers. We are always one step ahead of our competition in technology, presentation and detail. Real Estate is our business, selling homes is our passion.

The presentation advantage for you when listing with the Hamre Team is that all of our homes look like model homes. Why? We stage them that way. Our strength is marketing.

Listing wi ...

Relocation to Ottawa

June 20th, 2010

As a relocate to Ottawa, I had no specific knowledge of the city. The Hamre Team at RE/MAX took the time to truly understand the criteria to apply to our search for a new home and although the criteria were not easy to match, you helped us find a great home within 3 weeks of my arrival date. You provided sound and honest advice and were completely responsive to our queries. Although I unde ...

Client Testimonial

June 16th, 2010

We just wanted to express to you how great it was to have you as our agent and how much of an advantage it was to have you and your team in our corner. Your knowledge of the Ottawa area and your instincts are just remarkable! You were relentless in your search to find us 'our home'. And your keen eye and experience was instrumental in helping us avoid paying TENS of thousands more than we had ...

Canada Day in Ottawa

June 16th, 2010
Canada Day Celebrations

Canada Day in Ottawa is the place to be for the nation's birthday. It is the cities Marti Gras of festivals. On July 1, hundreds of thousands of people celebrate Canada Day in the streets with concerts, picnics, fireworks, street performances, and other activities. This year will be extra special with the Queen and Prince Philip's in attendance.
Canada Day in the Streets Canada Day Colours Canada Day in the Capital Fireworks over Parliment Hill

This year C ...

Prepare for your closing date!

June 15th, 2010

The month of June 2010 is going to be one of the busiest closing months in history, with the introduction of the HST date on July 1st and the high volume of the spring real estate market. In addition, the G8 is going to cause slowdowns with the head offices of all the major banks in Canada on Bay Street in Toronto.

Our recommendation is to make sure that you see your lawyer at least 10 days ...

Condominium - 5 Min from Downtown

June 8th, 2010

5 Min to Downtown Ottawa. Enjoy Condo Living at its Best. 1087 Redtail Private, Ottawa, ON

3 Bedroom Condomiunium with Contemporary Styled Open Concept Living. 5 Min to Downtown Ottawa. Parking Directly in Front. Seperate Entrance. Large Foyer with Ceramic Tiled Floors. Gourmet Kitchen with lots of Counter Space and Cupboard. Raised Bar Counter Great for Entertaining. Open Concept Living/Din ...

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