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Landlord withholding rental keys while speaking with two prospective tenants

How to Screen Tenants in Ontario: A Guide for Ottawa Landlords

Finding a tenant is not only about filling a vacancy quickly. A consistent screening process...
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How Much Are Closing Costs When Buying a Home in Ottawa?

When buying a home in Ottawa, you need more than the down payment. You also need money for...
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What Conditions Should You Include in an Offer on an Ottawa Home?

When you make an offer on an Ottawa home, the price is only one part of the agreement....
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The Annual Bridlewood Food Drive

Neighbours Helping Neighbours The West Team started its annual community food drive in...
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Pumpkin Pick Up Party

A Favourite Fall Tradition in Kanata The West Team’s annual Pumpkin Pick Up Party...
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Families gathering on the lawn at Crownridge Park for The West Team’s Movie in the Park

Movie in the Park

A Summer Movie Night for Our Community The West Team’s Movie in the Park brings...
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Bottle game set up on the golf course during the West Classic Cup

The West Classic Cup

An Annual Ottawa Golf Tournament Supporting CHEO The West Classic Cup is an annual...
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Landlord Property Maintenance in Ontario: A Practical Guide

When a tenant reports a maintenance problem, the first question is usually simple: How urgent...
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Ontario Landlord Responsibilities: What Ottawa Property Owners Need to Know

Owning a rental property in Ontario involves more than collecting rent and arranging repairs....
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How to Increase Your Home’s Value Before Selling

Preparing a home for sale does not always require a major renovation. Often, the smartest...
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More Than Property Showings: Why Ottawa Buyers Choose The West Team

Finding homes online is easy. Knowing which property fits your plans, what it is worth and how...
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Josh and Richelle West of The West Team standing in a modern kitchen

More Than a Home Valuation: How The West Team Prepares Your Ottawa Home for Sale

Knowing what your home may sell for is only the beginning. The next questions are what needs...
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