Wahi Partner Realtors serve clients in Barrhaven, Bells Corners, City of Ottawa, Kanata, Orleans, and Vanier.

You can browse listings in the Ottawa region on our Ottawa property listings page. Wahi’s property listings for Ottawa are full of valuable insights into the different neighbourhoods including school scores, nearby amenities like shopping, groceries, restaurants and parks, and how the area ranks for transit, walkability and other attributes. 

The listings also provide you with a list of similar homes for sale in the neighbourhood, as well as comparable sold prices for homes that have recently sold and a property’s sold history.

Wahi Partner Realtors in Ottawa work with clients to buy or sell every property type — detached, semi-detached, townhouses, and condos. Wahi matches homebuyers and sellers with the right Realtor for them based on the property type and other factors.

It’s important you feel confident that you have the right Realtor in your corner. If we introduce you to a Realtor and it isn’t a great fit, no worries. We’ll keep searching until we find the perfect match for you.

Please note: Re-matching with a new Realtor is not available if a Buyer Representation Agreement is already signed. Contact us for more information.

Here are three important questions to ask your Realtor when searching for a home in Ottawa.

1. What is your availability and how often will you be in contact with me?
   Ask your prospective Realtor about their availability, including how many other clients they are currently representing, how often they plan on contacting you, and in what fashion (the Wahi app chat feature, text message, email, or phone). Of course, you should also state your preference in how you wish to communicate with your Realtor. In a market where properties move quickly, the last thing you want is an unresponsive agent. Slow communication can mean the difference between getting or losing out on your dream home.
2. How many properties should I see before I make an offer on one?
   This question will help you learn about the Reatlor’s process. Even if the market is hot and the Reatlor explains to you that you have to move fast if you love a home, they should never make you feel rushed. Generally speaking, you should aim to see at least several homes before making an offer, and any prospective agent should give you the same advice. You may even want to ask about the average number of homes the Realtor’s past homebuyers have seen before purchasing one. 
3. Do you have experience with bidding wars and how do you approach them?
   Bidding wars can be common in certain markets. While the Ottawa real estate market has been more buyer-friendly in recent months, that may not always be the case. Asking a Realtor how they would help you navigate a bidding war is important. After all, in a seller’s market, negotiations can get heated and counter-offers may be the only way to win your dream home. Have a discussion with your agent about how they would advise you in a bidding war, including how aggressive they would recommend you be with your price and terms. You can also ask them their opinion on what a competitive offer looks like.

Here are three important questions to ask a Realtor when selling your home in Ottawa.

1. What price would you recommend listing my home for?
   A good Realtor won’t just tell you what you want to hear. Sellers should be wary of a Realtor who recommends listing your home at a price much higher than the others.
   Wahi’s proprietary home value estimate tool uses real-time Ottawa market trend data, along with the most unique characteristics of your home, to calculate an estimated valuation with a 90% accuracy rate. The online tool takes into account a variety of property characteristics and factors that affect a home’s value, including location, size, taxes, square footage, and other attributes.
   Based on your Wahi home value estimate and comparable listing and sold prices in the area, your Realtor should be able to provide you with a realistic range and their reasoning behind their recommendation. You may also wish to ask them what they would recommend listing your home for in different situations (for example, if you were in a hurry to sell versus no rush to sell). This will reveal the Reatlor’s critical thinking skills while giving you an idea of what an aggressive pricing strategy looks like compared to a less aggressive one.
2. What is your marketing plan for my home?
   Selling a home requires marketing, which can be multifaceted. Ask your prospective candidate about their marketing strategies. Ideally, your Realtor should implement a marketing campaign that covers a wide range of mediums, from professional photography and videography to online marketplace listings, social media, and flyers. Also, ask if staging services are offered and their opinion on open houses versus private showings.
3. What are you going to do differently to sell my home in Ottawa over other Realtors?
   Ask a prospective agent how they set themselves apart from their competitors. This is especially important in a city like Ottawa, where there are fewer Realtors than in larger cities. Specifically, ask them what they will do to go above and beyond. For example, it’s standard for a Realtor to post your home on online real estate marketplaces, as is promoting your home on social media. So with this question, you’re looking to discover what they do differently. Have they developed a unique value proposition, do they have an authentic brand identity, and have they built a strong online presence? To ensure there is a good fit, make sure you resonate with the Reatlor’s brand. After all, they will be representing your most precious financial asset.

Realtors with a proven track record may apply to join Wahi’s network. Once invited to become a Wahi Partner Realtor, you’ll receive qualified leads in your area with no upfront costs.