Jean Richer's Blog

Closing issues come in two sizes, large and small. Unfortunately, it is common for them to show up on a home you are having inspected to purchase. These issues will be solved during your negotiations between yourself the buyer, and the seller. You will determine together who will take care of the...

Shopping for a new home is an exciting experience. It's one that doesn't come by every day! To help it go as smoothly as possible it is very important to be prepared. Do you have your finances in place, and your budget set for this big purchase? These are two factors that must be assessed before ...

Are closing costs in your future? Closing costs are part of the overall transaction when buying or selling a home. These costs will be the buyer's and the seller's responsibility to cover. Watch the above video on my YouTube channel to find out what closing costs may apply to you and how to prepa...

The amount of days your home is on the market could effect the value that your home will sell for. There are many areas to consider to find the answer, like the current housing market, selling trends in your area, or your house type or location. We are breaking these points down to give you a big...

Has someone you know told you they are house poor? This is not a fun place to be. Purchasing a home you may barely be able to afford can contribute to being in more debt and financially unstable. When looking for a house to purchase, it is imperative that you only choose a home within your set bu...

Ottawa is the place to be when selling real estate! I have loved living here locally in the Orleans area for many years because it has so much to offer. Ottawa is one of those city's that is large and spacious but it gives you that small town feel within it's communities. I have been selling real...

It's mortgage renewal time! Do you know what you should do next? Signing the form and sending it back is not your only option! Team Jean Richer recommends speaking with a mortgage broker professional. They are the experts and can recommend the best path moving forward. Watch the episode above to ...

Let's go on vacation! It's time for a getaway, even a real estate agent needs to take time to recharge their batteries. When you work for yourself, it's hard to plan a vacation. Naturally, the real estate market never stops! That is why we have a team in place to take care of our day-to-day opera...

Tech makes the world go round! It's part of our everyday lives here for Team Jean Richer! When we put your home on the market, we use many different resources and platforms to our advantage to find the right buyer. In today's episode of our weekly show we are going to tell you all about how techn...

Welcome to this stunning 3 bedroom 2 ½ bathroom home in Orleans. Walking in to this home, you're greeting by the stunning formal dining space, which will be perfect for gathering friends and families together. Gleaming hardwood floors throughout the main level are complimented by neutral wall col...