Is Ottawa’s Real Estate Market About to Explode?
In this week’s episode of the Ottawa Real Estate Podcast, we ask the big question on everyone’s mind: is Ottawa’s housing market about to take off? We’re joined by Paul Rushforth, Ottawa Realtor, to talk about what’s really happening with prices, inventory, and interest rates. We break down why first-time buyers and investors are jumping in, what summer 2025 could look like, and how education and teamwork are giving agents a serious edge. If you’ve been waiting for a sign, this episode might be it.
00:00 Introduction to the Ottawa Real Estate Podcast
01:44 Introducing Paul Rushforth - Ottawa Realtor
02:44 Booming or Bust? What's Really Happening in the Market
03:43 Should I Buy a House Right Now or Wait?
07:08 We're in a Typical Ottawa Market
08:09 Interest Rates and Expectations
09:09 Should I Wait Until the Next Rate Drop to Buy?
10:27 Are Variable Rates Lower Than Fixed?
11:31 You're Waiting for Prices to Come Up and Price You Out
12:04 The Hardest Hit Segment of the Real Estate Market
13:17 Stop Sitting on the Sideline!
14:20 There's a Huge Lack of Information on Mortgages
16:51 Realtors and Mortgage Brokers: How to Work Together Better
20:40 What's Happening With New Real Estate Agents?
21:30 The Power of Teamwork in Real Estate
22:16 The Importance of Continuous Learning and Coaching
23:39 Surrounding Yourself with the Right People
25:40 Implementation: The Key to Success
26:34 Adapting to Industry Changes and Technology
28:38 Educating Clients for Better Transactions
29:38 Work with Pros: The Advantage of Knowledgeable Mortgage Brokers and Realtors
30:19 Market Predictions and Trends
31:48 Why Home Prices Will Aggressively Go Up
32:57 Will the Real Estate Market Explode This Summer?
33:53 The Toughest Areas to Buy in Ottawa
35:56 East vs West Ottawa: Which Side's Home Prices Are Rising Faster?
38:25 Mood Boosts
Get in touch with us!
Paul Stevenson - Mortgage Agent Level 2
CENTUM Financial Services LP
Email: paul@paulstevenson.ca
Phone: 1-613-263-4543
https://www.paulstevenson.ca
David Warren - Mortgage Agent Level 2
Referral Mortgages
Email: david@referralmortgages.com
Phone: 1-613-686-6003
https://www.referralmortgages.com
Paul Rushforth - Ottawa Realtor
Paul Rushforth Real Estate
Phone: 613-788-2122
Instagram: @paulrushforthrealestate
https://www.paulrushforth.com/
If you have a question or topic you'd like to hear us discuss send us an email at: theottawarealestatepodcast@gmail.com or leave us a comment below!
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Brought to you by Referral Mortgages, PaulStevenson.ca, Guertin/Poirier Avocates Lawyers, CENTUM, BIG - Billyard Insurance Group.
