Blog · Ottawa First-Time Buyer

Straight talk for Ottawa first-time buyers

No fluff. Real numbers, real neighbourhoods, real answers — updated for 2026.

Down Payment · June 2026

Ottawa First-Time Buyer Down Payment Guide 2026

The minimum, the ideal, and how to stack FHSA + RRSP to get there faster. Real Ottawa numbers.

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Closing Costs · June 2026

Ottawa Closing Costs 2026: What First-Time Buyers Actually Pay

The costs most first-time buyers don't see coming — and how to budget for them before they surprise you on closing day.

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FHSA & RRSP · June 2026

FHSA & RRSP Home Buyers' Plan: The Ottawa Strategy Guide for 2026

Two powerful programs. Used in the right order, a couple can access $200,000 tax-advantaged toward their first home.

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Neighbourhoods · June 2026

Best Ottawa Neighbourhoods for First-Time Buyers in 2026

Barrhaven, Kanata, Orleans, Riverside South, Stittsville — broken down by budget, commute, and lifestyle.

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