Alta Vista Overview Alta Vista neighbourhood of Ottawa is a suburb within the city. It is known for its lush green mature trees, parks, and schools. The history of Alta Vista dates to the late 1880’s known to be a suburb of the Township of Gloucester. The name, Alta Vista, is derived from the fact that the area sits higher on a ridge than the rest of the city. The ridge overlooks the Rideau River. This neighbourhood is notorious for its larger residential lots, mature tree-lined streets, and abundance of parks, schools, and family living. Types of Homes Houses in Alta Vista are single family d ..read more

Westboro has it! Are you relocating to Ottawa and don’t want to end up in the suburbs? Learn about ten reasons you may love the neighbourhood of Westboro. Lana Burnley and Liza Wilson have over thirty years combined experience selling residential real estate in the Ottawa area and can help your family find the right community for you.   Top ten things you will love about Westboro:  Delicious and stylish restaurants and cafes: Westboro is filled with restaurants and cafes of all sizes and kinds. Looking for a vegan friendly restaurant? Check out one of our favourite places called P ..read more

Oh Orleans! Top Ten Things to Love about Orleans-A Family Neighbourhood in Ottawa Have you ever bought a home in a neighborhood that you thought was going to be the right fit for your family only to move in and realize it’s not exactly what you were expecting? Orleans is a popular family neighborhoods in the Ottawa area that might be a good fit for your family. At Luxury Living Ottawa, Lana and Liza have over 30 years combined experience selling residential real estate in the Ottawa area and we can help your family find the best neighborhood for you. Orleans is like a city within itself. Let ..read more

You'll Love Barrhaven! Barrhaven Wondering where to move your family and don’t want to settle in an area that isn’t right for you? Let’s learn about 1 of our top 8 family neighbourhoods in Ottawa and see if it’s a right fit for your family. Lana Burnley and Liza Wilson have over 30 years experience selling residential real estate in the Ottawa area and can help your family find the right place to settle. Barrhaven is a bustling community filled with amenities to enjoy. Learn about the top ten reasons Barrhaven is a great family area that could be the perfect match for you. A Top Family Nei ..read more

Lana and Liza will help guide you on your search for the right family home. Here are the Top Ten Things to Look for when Buying a Family Home . Buying a home for your family is an exciting purchase however, you will want to consider some important factors before buying. With knowledge of the Ottawa area and its surrounding suburbs,  Top 10: Schools: It’s important to consider the schools in the area you are looking for a home because not all schools are the same. Do they offer the right program or courses? Will it meet your child’s educational needs? You will want to do a little research ..read more

Downsizing? How to Downsize Downsizing can be overwhelming. Many people may have the feeling of fear when they consider downsizing. To combat fear, you need to have knowledge! Learning the right information can ensure you feel comfortable with the entire process. To get you started on the right path, we suggest getting help! How to Downsize: Step 1. Get help. Contact us to start out because we can connect you with the right professionals to begin the process. For instance, we may want to start by connecting you with decluttering experts. Step 2. Establish a plan. You need a plan that’s a com ..read more

Reasons to Downsize It’s a question many people ponder, usually nearing the retirement age of their life. Downsizing is when you leave your larger home for a smaller home or condo and there are many beneficial reasons why people choose to downsize. Most of the reasons all have to do with creating a lifestyle change. Let’s consider some of the top reasons people may choose to downsize: Reason 1: Paying off your debt. Downsizing your home likely will create an excess of cash from the sale of your larger home and allow you to pay off any debts.  Reason 2: Travel more. Having more cash flow c ..read more

You bought a house (buying a house)! Now, what happens? Many people are not aware of the steps to take after buying a house and we are going to give you some insight into that part of the journey! Everyone is excited and begins to start packing, however, there’s more to be done.  Step 1: Fulfill any Conditions. (buying a house) Conditions have to be fulfilled within the specified time period agreed to in the Agreement of Purchase and Sale (usually this is a 5-10 day time frame). For example, we may have requested a home inspection to be done or financing to be confirmed from your bank. Or ..read more

 What Can You Expect When You’re Buying a Home? The process of buying a home can seem overwhelming at first thought however, it doesn’t have to be! If you know the steps to expect, you will feel informed and confident throughout the experience. So, where do you start?  It’s important to follow some steps in the process. Step #1: Pre-approval! You need to know what you can spend on a house, and so you’ve got to get the official pre-approval from your bank or mortgage representative.  What’s the difference between pre-approval and pre-qualified? Pre-qualified is where you get an i ..read more