August 2025 Stats
Joanne Wilson

The Wilson Team

Phone: 613.733.9100  

Buying or selling a home is a big decision - you need experienced professionals to guide you through the process. When you work with us, you can count on personal, attentive, patient service, excellent knowledge of the area, great negotiation skills and expert selling strategies.

Contact Us

We are here to help with all your real estate needs and questions. Let us know what's on your mind and start a conversation.

Home Valuation

For most people, their house is their single biggest investment. Find out how much your investment is worth with a no-obligation market valuation.

Find a Dream Home

If you are in the market for your "Dream Home" then I would love to help. Simply fill out my Buyer Registration card and I will have suitable new listings emailed to you as soon as they come on the market.

Choosing the Right Rug for your Space

https://blog.royallepage.ca/how-to-pick-the-perfect-rug-for-every-room-in-your-home/

The Current Situation with Vacation Homes South of the Border

https://blog.royallepage.ca/as-tariff-tensions-persist-canadians-are-selling-their-homes-south-of-the-border/

Are You Thinking of Investing in Real Estate for the First Time? Here are some tips that may help. Still have questions? Joanne and Mark have the knowledge and experience to assist in this important decision. Reach out at 613-733-9100 today!

https://blog.royallepage.ca/tips-for-the-first-time-real-estate-investor/

Understanding Capital Gains Tax

https://www.royallepage.ca/en/investorsedge/insights/selling/navigating-canadas-capital-gains-tax/?vgo_ee=hMUQYGDhDkodRPGnsSDWRbS8i2bArThjUSlRONP3Qm4gljnBVBMavYTho3udmGw%3D%3AMxVPF%2FQJC%2B0FZEJy%2FzwjQlMS0bXbo7I3

Tips for Growing and Keeping a Beautiful Lawn

https://blog.royallepage.ca/lawn-love-how-to-grow-and-keep-a-beautiful-yard/

Keeping Your Home Cool During Hot Summer Months

https://blog.royallepage.ca/tips-for-keeping-your-home-cool-during-hot-summer-months/

Pool Maintenance

https://blog.royallepage.ca/a-guide-to-maintaining-and-managing-your-homes-pool/

Making your Home Accessible

https://blog.royallepage.ca/5-key-upgrades-to-make-your-home-more-accessible/

Carrying a Mortgage into your Retirement Years?

https://blog.royallepage.ca/mortgage-payments-in-retirement-why-more-retirees-are-still-paying-off-their-home-as-they-exit-the-workforce/

Tips on How To Get Rid of Lingering Odours

https://blog.royallepage.ca/weird-smells-heres-how-to-get-rid-of-lingering-odours-in-your-home/

Laundry Room Renovation Guide

https://blog.royallepage.ca/transform-your-laundry-room-a-renovation-guide/

How to Relocate to Another Province Like a Pro!

https://blog.royallepage.ca/moving-to-a-new-province-heres-how-to-relocate-like-a-pro/

To Renovate or Relocate?

https://blog.royallepage.ca/is-your-home-still-the-one-how-to-decide-between-renovating-and-relocating/

Make your Home Perfect...For You

https://blog.royallepage.ca/5-easy-home-improvement-projects-to-tackle-this-winter/

Wallpapering! There's no need to fret...

https://blog.royallepage.ca/wallpapering-for-beginners-what-you-need-to-know-before-you-begin/

Designs for Small Spaces

https://blog.royallepage.ca/5-interior-design-hacks-for-small-spaces/

Getting Ready to Purchase Your First Home

https://blog.royallepage.ca/5-financial-factors-first-time-buyers-should-consider-on-their-path-to-home-ownership/

Downsizing Tips to Turn Chaos to Calm...

https://blog.royallepage.ca/4-downsizing-tips-that-will-take-your-home-from-chaos-to-calm/

Adjustments to Mortgage Rules for First-Time Homebuyers in Canada

https://blog.royallepage.ca/federal-government-announces-landmark-adjustments-to-mortgage-rules-for-first-time-buyers-in-canada/

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5 Important Financial Factors for First-Time Home Buyers

https://blog.royallepage.ca/5-financial-factors-first-time-buyers-should-consider-on-their-path-to-home-ownership/

Good News for First-Time Home Buyers!

https://blog.royallepage.ca/30-year-amortizations-on-insured-mortgages-for-new-build-homes-now-available-for-first-time-buyers/

Fixed or Variable Rate for your Mortgage?

https://blog.royallepage.ca/fixed-or-variable-rate-heres-how-to-prepare-for-your-mortgage-renewal/

From Renter to Homeowner in Competitive Market

https://blog.royallepage.ca/from-renter-to-homeowner-your-complete-guide-to-home-ownership-in-a-competitive-real-estate-market/

A Safe and Stylish Space for Baby

https://blog.royallepage.ca/how-to-create-a-safe-and-stylish-space-a-home-design-guide-for-new-parents/

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Purchasing a Pre-Construction Property? Here is some important information to keep in mind...

https://blog.royallepage.ca/expert-qa-what-you-need-to-know-about-buying-a-property-pre-construction/?

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Walk the Walk

If you’ve recently purchased a new home, congratulations! While you’ve no doubt checked it out to your satisfaction and had a home inspection conducted too, it’s wise to take advantage of one more opportunity to examine your new digs before you make the big move in.

Your pre-move visit, referred to as the final walk-through, involves both the practicality of ensuring everything agreed to in the sales transaction is present and in working condition, plus the opportunity to refresh your memory of the home itself, and make note of any pre-move projects you need to coordinate.

You’ll want to walk around the home and flush toilets, turn on taps, check for recent leaks, try all the light switches and electrical outlets, and confirm all appliances are operational. You’ll ensure that fans are functioning and the heating system is working, especially as we head into winter. The home should be clean, with no evidence of damage, or bug or rodent infestations. In addition, any holes in the walls, such as those for pictures or a TV wall mount, should be filled in and painted to match the walls.

If there’s any confusion about a piece of personal property that the buyer expected would be included in the purchase, but is not present in the home, now’s the time to check the purchase agreement and address the situation if necessary.

Once you’re satisfied everything is as per your expectations, use the walk-through opportunity to take measurements for window coverings, furniture placement, and move-in logistics.

Let's do this walk through together so you can get professional advice on what you should be looking for.