kw: Are you ready to buy a new townhouse? - 06/08/22 07:13 AM

Are you picturing yourself in a newly constructed townhome? Do we have the opportunity for you! Our Projet Dion townhomes in Rockland only have a few units left for purchase. These homes come with many features, customizable to your taste! In todays episode of The Jean Richer Show we will be discussing just what these townhomes bring to the table! Check it out!
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kw: The Pros and Cons of Putting in a Pool - 06/01/22 09:12 AM

June is here and we are one step closer to sitting by the pool with a cold drink in hand! Have you thought about turning your backyard into a pool oaisis this summer? Come along as we walk you through the pros and cons of pool ownership to help you make an informed decision and get your swim on faster! 
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kw: Should you sell your home before you purchase a new one? - 05/25/22 07:40 AM

This is a question I am often asked by my clients in real estate. Buying or selling first, how do you choose? This decision will truly depend on your personal situation, but the housing market at the time will be a big indication of how to proceed. In today's episode of our weekly series, I will tell you how I steer my clients to make the right choice for them during this process. Perhaps you are in the same situation? Comment below for advice! 
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kw: It's Story Time! - 05/11/22 07:33 AM

My fellow realtors can attest to this, we see some crazy things in our job! This means we have lots of funny stories to tell! This is one of my favourites for sure. I was at a client's home who I thought wasn't home... then all of a sudden it's obvious that I was not alone, and the client was a cop! Can you picture it? For the full story watch the video above! Don't miss this one!
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kw: What is the one thing a seller could do to sell their home faster? - 05/04/22 08:17 AM

Most sellers want to get their homes sold in a flash. That is definitely the ideal goal. There are steps that a seller can take to help this process move along with a few helpful tips from a trusted real estate agent. In this week's episode, we will be talking about these suggestions and how you can implement them! A buyer's impression happens quickly at showings, we want to make it a great one! 
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kw: The Jean Richer Show - Why should I work with a buyer agent? - 04/27/22 08:51 AM

Using a buyer agent will produce greater outcome when buying a home. The benefits of using a buyer agent over a listing agent is they have your best interest. Buyer agents have knowledge of what you like and what you want and know the listings available in your preferred areas. The listing agent represents the interest of the seller, and won't understand what you're looking for as well as your hired buyer agent.  Watch my video to hear more reasons why a buyer agent will benefit your home buying experience!
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kw: They Paid How Much For Their House? - 04/20/22 07:03 AM

Do you find yourself wondering why the value of a home changes so quickly in today's market? In this quick episode of The Jean Richer Show, we will outline the factors that contribute to this change and explain why the price once paid for the home, doesn't necessarily matter today. For more great real estate content head to my YouTube Channel! 
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kw: My Realtor.ca Pet Peeves! - 04/13/22 07:03 AM

Here's a quick video of some things I've noticed in listings on Realtor.ca that could be deterring buyers. Great tips to increase interest in homes that may be having difficulty selling!
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kw: How Did I Get Into Real Estate? - 03/23/22 07:05 AM

Would you believe me if I told you my journey into real estate was an accident? Being in the right place at the right time can really change your career! I found the job I was so excited to get up and do each and every day! Working with my clients to find them a home that is the perfect fit for them and their families has been so fulfilling! 
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kw: The Disappearing Client - 01/19/22 09:59 AM
Where did she go? Find out the answer to this mystery in my newest Youtube Video! The Jean Richer Show covers Ottawa real estate topics, market updates, news and fun stories like this one. Don't miss out on a single post! Subscribe and hit the bell to be notified of our new videos posted every Wednesday!  
We hope you enjoy this video and many more on my channel. 
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kw: It's Moving Time! - 10/18/21 12:10 PM

Get Started!
The time has finally come! You are moving into your new home! This is such an exciting time. Whether this is your first home or your dream home this new change brings so much joy. You are a homeowner! It's time to make this house a home,  just how you've pictured it. First things first, the move. This happy time can also come with some stress. Moving your entire life into another space can be daunting. We are here to help you with some tips and tricks to make your move into your new home as seamless as possible. 
 
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kw: Ottawa Market update for November 2020 - 12/04/20 07:13 PM
The Ottawa Real Estate market is pretty active. Even during these COVID times, we are seeing a very active real estate market. The number of transactions is still increasing and the average price is also increasing. 
How's the market in your area? 
Feel free to reach out if you would like a complimentary market evaluation of your home. 
 
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kw: Looking at homes during COVID-19 - 04/06/20 03:53 AM
As Realtors, we are taking social-distancing very seriously! It is getting to a point where almost everyone knows someone who has been affected by this virus. Even during these difficult times, buyers still need to find a home. We are trying to come up with various ways to get people to see homes without actually being at the home. I have put together a video of my model home in Rockland for our future projects in Rockland & Embrun. 
 
This is one way to get people to still see a home without a physical visit to the home. 
 
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kw: Ottawa Market Update for January 2020 - 02/05/20 04:51 PM
The Ottawa Real Estate Board has just released the stats for January 2020. What are you seeing in your area? Are you seeing homes selling quickly or are they sitting on the market for a while?
As you can see in this video the number of homes sold in Ottawa is a bit less than expected. We think that because of the low inventory, it's normal to see fewer transactions. We are still seeing a lot of multiple offers on some of the homes out there. If the homes are priced at market value and they show well, the house will most … (0 comments)

kw: My Top 5 Features I love about my new listing at 6399 Lumberman Way - 03/27/19 01:16 PM
It's that time of the year again. The sun is shining, the snow is melting and people are smiling more. You can feel it in the air, the buyers are looking for a home to move in to. The Ottawa Real Estate market is pretty hot right now but the inventory is still pretty low. If you are looking for a new home, you can stop now. Come visit this new home on the weekend and see why this one will not last long! 
Here is a list of my Top 5 Features I love about this home.  Keep an eye out for the … (2 comments)

kw: When was the last time you looked at your credit score? - 02/27/19 11:17 AM
It feels like the Spring market has arrived in the Ottawa area! We are seeing homes hit the market and they are gone within a few days of being on the market. We are expecting a similar market to last year where we were seeing a lot of multiple offers and homes selling for more than asking. 
If you are thinking of buying a home, the first thing you need to do is to get pre-approved! Then you can start shopping for your new home. Your credit score will have a lot to do with what you can buy and how much … (0 comments)

kw: My top 5 reasons to buy a NEW Clement Townhouse - 11/19/18 09:37 AM
There are many reasons to buy a brand new home. I've compiled a list of my top 5 reasons to look at these new homes being build by C H Clement Construction in Russell. 
 These homes are going to be ready next year (2019) and they are going fast! We have a total of 68 townhouses available but right now, we only have 15 left. If you've been sitting on the fence, this might be a good time to come take a look. 
- hardwood on the main level
- ceramic in the kitchen, foyer & bathrooms
- 5 appliances
- granite countertop in the kitchen
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kw: Market Update for Ottawa - October 2018 - 11/07/18 06:34 PM
The Ottawa Real Estate market is still pretty active, considering we are now in November. 
 During the month of October 2018, there were 1,383 residential properties sold in Ottawa. In October 2017, there were 1,237 transactions, which means an increase of 11.8% over last year. The breakdown of Residential to Condo is 1,223 vs 324 for condos. 
What are you seeing in your neighborhood? 
The average price of a residential home in Ottawa is $449,005 and the average condo price is $271,350. The prices keep increasing which means a very solid market. 
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kw: No more model home but you can still see a 3D walk-through - 10/22/18 06:27 PM
We had our last open house yesterday at 2382 Marble Crescent in Rockland. It was sold a few months ago to some wonderful clients who will certainly enjoy their new home. For some reason, they don't want me to continue hosting open houses in their new home. Go figure! 
No worries, we should have another model home shortly as C H Clement is continuing to build more townhouses. The next model home should be available in the next few weeks where I will be able to showcase our beautiful townhouses for our project in Russell.
Take a look at our dedicated website for the … (1 comments)

kw: HOT new listings in Russell - they're selling like hotcakes!! - 08/15/18 01:01 PM
We have just released our brand new townhouses in Russell. These amazing townhouses are filled with standard features, such as hardwood on the main level, ceramic in the foyer, kitchen & bathrooms. We also offer 5 free appliances in our price. You get to select stainless steel or black appliances. We also have granite counter tops in the kitchen as a standard. All homes also include a paved driveway, sodded from & backyard and eavestrough. 

 You can take a look at our new website ( TheTownsInRussell.com ) for all the details. Best of all, our base price starts at $269,900. Let me … (2 comments)

 
Jean Richer, Straight Talk on Real Estate (Keller Williams Realty Inc.)

Jean Richer

Straight Talk on Real Estate

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