April 2026 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.

Tips for Choosing New Cabinet Hardware

https://blog.royallepage.ca/a-5-step-guide-to-choosing-new-cabinet-hardware/

Tips on Staging your Outdoor Space for Spring Showings

https://blog.royallepage.ca/how-to-stage-your-outdoor-space-for-spring-showings/

Catching Buyers' Eyes with Beautiful Gardens!

https://blog.royallepage.ca/how-to-stage-your-outdoor-space-for-spring-showings/

Spring Cleaning Basics

https://blog.royallepage.ca/spring-cleaning-101-freshen-up-reduce-allergies/

First Time Homebuyers GST/HST Rebate

https://blog.royallepage.ca/ottawa-launches-applications-for-first-time-home-buyers-gst-hst-rebate/

Top Paint Colours for 2026

https://blog.royallepage.ca/top-paint-colours-of-2026/

Bathroom Storage Tips!

https://blog.royallepage.ca/how-to-maximize-your-bathroom-storage/

Smart Investment Property Renovations

https://blog.royallepage.ca/renovations-that-make-dollars-and-sense-for-your-investment-property/

Thinking of Purchasing a 'Century' Home?

https://blog.royallepage.ca/10-questions-to-ask-when-purchasing-a-century-home/

Minimalist Decor

https://blog.royallepage.ca/how-to-make-minimalist-design-feel-like-home/

Choosing the Right Rug for your Space

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

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/

To Renovate or Relocate?

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

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

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

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/

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/

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/

Fixed or Variable Rate for your Mortgage?

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

Eco Friendly Cleaning Supplies

https://blog.royallepage.ca/4-key-considerations-when-switching-to-natural-cleaning-solutions-for-your-home/

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/?

To buy or sell first? Here are some tips...

https://blog.royallepage.ca/should-you-buy-or-sell-your-home-first-heres-how-to-decide/?

Canada's First Home Savings Account (FHSA)

https://blog.royallepage.ca/saving-for-your-first-home-heres-what-you-need-to-know-about-canadas-first-home-savings-account-fhsa/?

Basement Ideas! Add more living space to your home...

https://blog.royallepage.ca/more-than-just-storage-basement-ideas-for-better-living/?

Ready When You Are!

Do you find yourself preoccupied with the prospect of moving? It could be when your whole family is jostling for rights to your one bathroom in the morning, or when you’re fighting your way home from work, exhausted from the long commute. You may be ready to go, but is your home ready to show? Here are some tips to get you started!

  • Stay on top of upkeep. As tempting as it may be to defer some necessary repairs around your home, it’s important now, more than ever, to fix whatever needs fixing … the next potential owner will take note if you don’t.
  • Fix, but don’t over-improve. Further to the above point, while necessary upkeep and repairs certainly need to be attended to, avoid extravagant renovations that most likely won’t give you a full return on your investment. Replacing broken tiles in your kitchen backsplash and brightening up the walls with a new coat of paint, for example, will add a fresh appeal to your kitchen at a reasonable cost. On the other hand, completely gutting the room to add a full chef’s kitchen, including top-of-the-line appliances, may not be worthwhile, depending on the location of the home and the market conditions at the time.
  • Make some space. The less stuff you have, the larger your rooms will appear, so start purging now. You’ll have to do it when you move anyway, so just think of it as your “pre-packing” project. Even if you’re not putting your home on the market just yet, do it for yourself — you’ll feel good about your new, organized space.
  • Consider your colours. Maybe you love your bright orange kitchen walls and your safari-themed bathroom wallpaper, but believe it or not, they may not spark the same joy in the next homeowner. Instead, aim for a wider appeal with a more neutral décor.
  • Clean until it gleams. Once you pare down your contents, organize what remains, and apply fresh paint to your walls, you’ll want to clean every square inch of your place. A clean home is an appealing home.

Now that your home looks great, you’re ready to check out the real estate market. Let’s get together to create a plan that works best for you and your family!