Blog #50 - November 24, 2009 ~ Want to sell but worried about the Ottawa Real Estate Market? Don't be! People are looking to buy but there is no inventory. A mobile home had multiple competitive offers which has never been heard of. The market is still hot! If you want to discuss the Ottawa Real Estate Market or anything else related to real estate, give me a call or you can always e-mail me at JeanRicher@JeanRicher.com
Blog #49 - November 23, 2009 ~ Looking for a semi-detached home? There is one left (by CH Clement Construction) in Rockland with hardwood & ceramic floors, single car garage, walk out basement and much more. If you want to discuss the semi detached homes by Clement or anything else related to real estate, give me a call or you can always e-mail me at JeanRicher@JeanRicher.com
Blog # 48 - November 18, 2009 As agents we get exposure by branding our vehicles. In addition to this, I wanted to be able to showcase your home in a new way. I have included on my vehicle a "Feature of the Month" which will showcase a different home on a monthly basis this way your home will have additional exposure. If you want to discuss my extensive online marketing plan or anyting else related to real estate, give me a call or you can always e-mail me at JeanRicher@JeanRicher.com
Blog # 47 - November 17, 2009 A key area buyers look at in a home are the bathrooms. A tip for selling your house is to keep the bathrooms clean, tidy and orderly, this opens up the bathroom and makes it more appealing to buyers. If you want to discuss tips on selling your home or anything else related to real estate, give me a call or you can always e-mail me at JeanRicher@JeanRicher.com
Blog # 46 - November 9, 2009 ~ The Ottawa Real Estate market is still hot and prices are still increasing. If you're thinking of selling your home don't wait until spring, now's the time. There are still many buyers that are looking to buy before the snow gets here. If you want to discuss the "Ottawa Real Estate Market" or anything else related to real estate, give me a call or you can always e-mail me at JeanRicher@JeanRicher.com
Blog # 45 - November 2, 2009 ~ It's time to winterize your back yard, putting all the summer things away but don't forget to turn off your outside tap. If you don't, you might get a few surprises in the Spring such as the need for a plumber and some water damage. If you want to discuss tips for your home or anything else related to real estate, give me a call or you can always e-mail me at JeanRicher@JeanRicher.com
Blog # 44 – October 30, 09 ~ Set your Clocks Back and Test your Smoke Detectors; It’s time to change the clocks back here in Ottawa! Remember that it gets dark earlier so turn on your lights for showings. While you’re at it, why not test or change the batteries in your smoke detector! An extra few minutes could save a life! Call me today. If you want to discuss “Set your Clocks Back and Test your Smoke Detectors” or anything else related to real estate, give me a call or you can always e-mail me at JeanRicher@JeanRicher.com
Blog # 43 – October 29, 09 ~ Working with Real Estates Agents in Ottawa; Real Estate transaction can be a challenge but when you work with other agents you have to remember that we are just in the middle to trying to make buyers and sellers come to an agreement. As long as everyone is co-operative then the transaction will be a smooth one. We all have the same goal in mind... sell a house. Call me today. If you want to discuss “Working with Real Estate Agents in Ottawa” or anything else related to real estate, give me a call or you can always e-mail me at JeanRicher@JeanRicher.com
Blog # 42 - October 27, 2009 ~ Ottawa Real Estate - Multiple offers Oct/09; The Ottawa market is still very hot, one listing, 6 days on the market, 20 visits from realtors, 10 visits at the open house, 6 offers, 1 house sold for 103% of asking price. Do you think it's a good time to sell? You bet!! There are 5 other buyers out there looking for a home. Call me today. If you want to discuss "Ottawa Real Estate - Multiple Offers" or anything else related to real estate, give me a call or you can always e-mail me at JeanRicher@JeanRicher.com
Blog # 41 - October 14, 2009 ~ Full Service - No Commission; Are you kidding me!!?? Just saw a for sale by owner sign that says Full Service - No Commission. Can you please describe what you mean by "Full Service", so you negotiate offers talk to the clients, pre-qualify Buyers, help on the inspection, represent the seller's best interest, protect the sellers, help prepare the home for sale, do a market evaluation, promote the listing to other realtors, etc... Real Estate Agents work for the client... Do your research properly. If you want to discuss " Full Service - No Commission" or anything else related to real estate, give me a call or you can always e-mail me at JeanRicher@JeanRicher.com
Blog # 40 – October 10, 2009 ~ Fall Market in Ottawa is Hot; Ottawa Real Estate is hot this fall. Clients are looking for homes, but the inventory is low. Multiple offers are happening. Why wait for the Spring, this is the time to put your house up for sale. If you want to discuss “Fall Market in Ottawa is Hot” or anything else related to real estate, give me a call or you can always e-mail me at JeanRicher@JeanRicher.com
Blog # 39 – September 2, 2009 ~ First Impressions are so important for buyers, make sure your home is ready to impress them from the minute they see your home. If you want to discuss “First Impressions” or anything else related to real estate, give me a call or you can always e-mail me at JeanRicher@JeanRicher.com
Blog # 38 – September 1, 2009 ~ First Day Back to School. The kids are back in school and the normal routine is almost here. Now is a great time to be selling your home. If you want to discuss “First Day Back to School” or anything else related to real estate, give me a call or you can always e-mail me at JeanRicher@JeanRicher.com
Blog # 37 - August 24, 2009 ~ First Time Home Sellers are out there looking to sell their homes. If you are a first time home seller it can be a challenge. Where do you start? Who do you call? How do you select an agent? How do I do this? There are many things that you should do before getting your house listed with an agent. Make sure to do your research before you hire someone. Here are a few tips on what to do. If you want to discuss "First Time Home Sellers" or anything else related to real estate, give me a call or you can always e-mail me atJeanRicher@JeanRicher.com.
Blog # 36 - August 21, 2009 ~ When agents are showing your home, you should turn all your lights on. It makes it easier for the agents and the buyers going through your home. Turning on lights is just another distraction for the buyers. You want to showcase your home to it's fullest. If you want to discuss tips on selling your home, give me a call or you can always e-mail me at JeanRicher@JeanRicher.com.
Blog # 35 - August 20, 2009 ~ Energy audits to save you money. I was talking to a heating and cooling company yesterday and they mentioned that it's a great time to get your audit done and get a new furnace. His client was able to save half of the cost of his new furnace. There are provincial, federal grants and a few others that can save you money. You can save even more because your brand new furnace will likely be more effective and save you more money. If you want to discuss energy audits, saving money or getting a few furnace or A/C, give me a call or you can always e-mail me at JeanRicher@JeanRicher.com.
Blog # 34 - August 19, 2009 ~ Verbal offers and low ball offers don't work in Ottawa (and probably everywhere else). If you are a serious buyer looking to buy a home, do it the right way. A verbal offer has no weight whatsoever. How serious are you? Are you pre-qualified? What are your real intentions? Are you just testing the market? If you are a serious buyer, you will put pen to paper and make a real & serious offer. If you want to discuss making a serious and real offer or anything about Real Estate, give me a call or you can always e-mail me at JeanRicher@JeanRicher.com.
Blog # 33 - August 18, 2009 ~ You're invite to our customer appreciation day next Wednesday (August 26, 2009) from 11:00am to 2:00pm. Come visit us at 4366 Innes Road for a free BBQ. We want to use this opportunity to say thank you to all our past clients and it's a chance to see you again. Come for a visit and say hello! In the meantime, if you want to discuss anything about Real Estate, give me a call or you can always e-mail me at JeanRicher@JeanRicher.com.
Blog # 32 - August 11, 2009 ~ Ottawa Real Estate stats for July 2009. The average price in Ottawa keeps increasing and we also had an 11.5% increase over last July. The average sale price in Ottawa is almost $323,000. It's a great time to buy or sell your home. If you want to discuss stats in Ottawa or anything else about Real Estate, give me a call or you can always e-mail me at JeanRicher@JeanRicher.com.
Blog # 31 - August 10, 2009 ~ Multiple offers in Ottawa. You've been looking at homes for a few days or weeks and find the one you want. You put in an offer and find out there is someone else interested in the same home. What should you do when you are competing for a home? Give it your best shot as you only have one chance. Make it your best offer and you might get it. It's a great situation for the seller but not always the best for a Buyer. If you want to discuss multiple offer and strategies or anything else about Real Estate, give me a call or you can always e-mail me at JeanRicher@JeanRicher.com.
Blog # 30 - August 6, 2009 ~ You snooze, you lose! You have been looking at homes and you found the one you want. You decide to think about it overnight. Tomorrow might be too late. As you are looking at homes, other buyers are also looking at similar homes than you are. If they like it too they might put an offer on it that night and then you miss out. If you like it, it matches what you are looking for and the numbers work, just do it! If you want to discuss putting an offer on a house you like or anything else about Real Estate, give me a call or you can always e-mail me at JeanRicher@JeanRicher.com.
Blog # 29 - August 5, 2009 ~ So your house is ready to hit the mls and you've done everything possible to get it ready for the showings. Have you thought of getting a plumber to do a FREE plumbing assessment for your home to avoid any surprises when the Buyer does his/her inspection. It's a great idea to be ready! If you want to discuss tips on getting your house ready or anything else about Real Estate, give me a call or you can always e-mail me at JeanRicher@JeanRicher.com.
Blog # 28 - August 4, 2009 ~ Washing dishes with hot water in a dishwasher is better than cold water. A quick tip to get your hot water hotter while you wash dishes. On another note, inspections are a great way to learn something new every time. If you want to discuss dishwashers or anything about Real Estate, give me a call or you can always e-mail me at JeanRicher@JeanRicher.com.
Blog # 27 - July 31, 2009 ~ Back from vacation and it feels great. It's good to be able to take a few days away from the day to day activities of working hard. Don't get me wrong, I really enjoy what I do but I also have a family and enjoy spending time with my family. After a few days away it's good to be back and get things going again. The new video blogs of the new construction should be released very shortly, stay tuned. You can always e-mail me at JeanRicher@JeanRicher.com.
Blog # 26 - July 24, 2009 ~ Going on vacation. Just a quick message to let you know I will be away for a few days to send time with friends and family. We do enjoy time off as well. No worries my trusted assistant Gisele is available to take care of business and Breanne is also available if needed. You can call me but I probably won't be able to answer my phone. You can always e-mail me at JeanRicher@JeanRicher.com.