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Market analysis and practical advice for your real estate plans in Gatineau and the Outaouais.
Gatineau Real Estate Market, Q3 2026: Three Segments, Three Speeds
In Q3 2026, inventory rose 42% and sales fell 12% in Gatineau. All three segments slowed down, each in its own way.
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Gatineau Listings Up 30%: What It Means for Your Price
You're thinking of selling your Gatineau home this fall and you keep hearing the market is slowing. The reality is more precise: buyers now have 30% more choice than a year ago, and your pricing strategy is absorbing the difference. Here are the Q2 numbers, and what they mean for you.
Read →3 Pricing Mistakes That Slow Down a Sale in Gatineau
With 42% more homes for sale than a year ago, buyers compare more. Three pricing mistakes that stretch out a sale.
Read →The Gatineau market is rebalancing.
Q1 2026 numbers are out. Sales are down while listings are up. The median price of single-family homes in Gatineau shows a slight decline.
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Plexes in Gatineau, Q3 2026: More Choice for Buyers
190 plexes for sale in Q3 2026, 51% more than a year earlier. Prices by sector, vacancy, and the question my investors ask most.
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Living in Aylmer: A Local Guide
Beach, marina, parks and family life: why Aylmer appeals to buyers.
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Pre-Purchase Inspection in Gatineau: What to Check
Foundation, roof, plumbing and electrical: what your inspector should check before buying.
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10 Tips for Buying Your First Home in Gatineau
From pre-qualification to closing day: 10 steps for first-time buyers.
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Living Near Gatineau Park: Nature-Adjacent Real Estate
Trails and cross-country skiing nearby: living steps from Gatineau Park is possible.
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Buying a Condo in Hull: Guide for Investors and Buyers
From the Zibi project to downtown, what to know before buying a condo in Hull to live in or invest.
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Mortgage Refinancing in Gatineau: When and How
Access your equity to consolidate debt or fund renovations through mortgage refinancing.
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Gatineau's Rental Market: What Rising Vacancy Means for a Plex
Vacancy doubled in one year according to CMHC. What it changes when you run the numbers on a plex in Gatineau.
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Condo Ownership in Gatineau: Fees and the Board
Condo fees and reserve fund: what to understand before buying a condo in Gatineau.
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Selling Your Home in Winter in Gatineau: What to Prepare
Less direct competition and buyers with a reason to move: how to prepare a winter sale.
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Why Work with a Real Estate Broker in Gatineau
What OACIQ oversight guarantees you, and what a broker does from pricing to negotiation.
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Family Neighbourhoods in Gatineau: A Comparison
Aylmer, Plateau, Hull or Buckingham? Which neighbourhood is right for your family in Gatineau.
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Property Taxes in Gatineau vs Ottawa: How to Compare
Ottawa assessments still rest on 2016 values. Comparing rates leads nowhere: here's how to compare actual bills.
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Military Posting to Gatineau: What You Need to Know
The CAFRD directive, SIRVA (formerly BGRS) and practical tips for CAF members posted to the Outaouais.
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Aylmer, Hull or Plateau: Which Neighbourhood Fits You?
Aylmer, Hull or the Plateau: three Gatineau areas compared by profile and budget.
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Renovations That Increase Home Value in Gatineau
How to tell, with sales in your area, whether a renovation will pay off when you sell.
Read →Investing in a Plex in Gatineau: Is It Still Worth It?
GRM, cap rate, cash flow and down payment: the math to do before you make an offer on a plex.
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Moving from Ottawa to Gatineau: What to Know
Taxes, schools, neighbourhoods and commute: what you need to plan a smooth relocation.
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Home Staging in Gatineau: How to Sell Faster
With 30% more homes for sale, presentation matters more. Where to start, and what I advise against.
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First-Time Buyer in Gatineau: 5 Steps
Down payment, pre-approval, inspection and neighbourhood choice: what a first-time buyer needs to know.
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Notary Fees and Closing Costs in Gatineau
Notary fees, welcome tax, inspection and other costs to plan for when buying a home in Gatineau.
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When Is the Best Time to Sell in Gatineau?
The right time to sell depends mostly on the competition in your area. What the recent numbers say.
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