Ray Smiley 🇨🇦

Golf nut, Wine freak, Drummer, Banker for my kids....and still trying to figure it all out along the way.

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Before stepping back into your Ottawa home after storm damage, check for shifting walls, obvious leaks, and any sign of electrical hazards. Would you inspect yourself or call a pro first?

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Before stepping back into your Ottawa home after storm damage, check for shifting walls, obvious leaks, and any sign of electrical hazards. Would you inspect yourself or call a pro first?

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Closing blinds and curtains before midday keeps Ottawa homes cooler and reduces the need for air conditioning 🌞🪟. Have you found a window covering or shading strategy that works best for you?

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LeBreton Flats becomes the heartbeat of Ottawa’s Canada Day, mixing headline concerts with family moments and fireworks. How would you spend July 1, soaking up music or exploring neighbourhood fests?

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Ottawa’s steadier pace means first-time buyers can focus on evidence-based offers, protective conditions, and thoughtful negotiation instead of rushing.

What tactic would give you the most peace of mind?

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Families in Orléans camped out for days to claim 1 of just 12 new homes, proof that Ottawa’s new build market is fierce and demand is real. 🏡 Would you camp out for your top choice?

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Ottawa’s Canada Day 2026 has family-friendly covered, Supreme Court workshops, Old Hull games, even a ByWard Kids Zone.

Which event are you most excited to check out this year?

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LeBreton Flats buzzes with concerts and big crowds, Parliament Hill shines with tradition, Supreme Court offers a calm creative vibe, and Old Hull mixes family fun with live shows. Which site matches your Canada Day style?

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Ottawa’s 2026 housing market finally lets first-time buyers take a breath, offers now mean more time for inspections, research, and negotiation. What’s your top must-have in a first home?

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Families are waiting days to buy new homes in Ottawa, a clear sign demand drives action. Would you ever camp out for your spot, or does a calmer market matter more to you?

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Highway 417 at Pinecrest reopens early, commutes in Ottawa’s west end just got a boost. 🚗 How will quicker access change your daily plans or neighbourhood routine?

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Highway 417 at Pinecrest reopens early, commutes in Ottawa’s west end just got a boost. 🚗 How will quicker access change your daily plans or neighbourhood routine?

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Nominations are open for the Order of Ottawa and Brian Kilrea Award, time to spotlight community leaders and great coaches making a difference. Who would you nominate this year?

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Ottawa’s transfer of surplus land in the Glebe will enable a 9-storey not-for-profit building with 30% affordable units, right on Bank Street. Should more city land go to housing?

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Ottawa approved 80–90 not-for-profit units at 574 Bank in the Glebe, 30% affordable, right by transit and amenities. Is surplus city land the key to real housing solutions?

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Ottawa’s mid‑2026 rents have levelled off, letting investors plan for steady cash flow, not chasing quick spikes or bracing for drops. Does this shift change how you underwrite your next property?

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Ottawa saw 1,616 homes sold in May, a strong jump from April but still 10.6% below last year. Market stays balanced at 48.2% sales-to-new-listings. What do you make of these trends?

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🌇 Bright 1-Bed Corner Unit at The Bowery! Modern kitchen, private balcony, and city views. Enjoy premium rooftop amenities, steps from the LRT & Parliament Hill. ☀️

💰 $475,000
#RealEstate #JustListed #Centretown

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Ontario’s HST new housing rebate lets individuals recover part of the tax on a builder-built home if it’ll be their primary residence, even above some federal limits.

Wondering if your new build qualifies?

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Ottawa’s Changing of the Guard ceremony in 2026 holds off until July, making summer strolls by Parliament Hill even more special. Would you plan your home search around these city highlights?