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The Real Estate and Mortgage Show - September 27

Steve Gregory and Paul Rushforth are joined by Barb Kramer, Mortgage Agent at Mortgage Brokers Ottawa filling in for Frank Napolitano on the latest Real Estate and Mortgage Show.

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On this week’s episode of The Real Estate and Mortgage Show, Steve Gregory, Barb Kramer and Paul Rushforth discuss the real estate market, the current low mortgage rates, and home affordability. Barb and Paul also talk about how smaller lots are becoming the new norm when house shopping.

What kind of returns in housing improvements should you expect when putting additional upgrades/renovations in your home? Not every kind of renovation will help increase your house's value. Cosmetic renovations may help you sell your home quicker but don't expect to get dollar-for-dollar return. Repairing a roof and adding eavestrough are examples of items buyers expect the house to come with and won't pay extra just because you have recently put additional money into it.

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