Military Blog

A Week on the Road: HHT Diaries

Ever wonder what a HHT (House Hunting Trip) looks like? Every year we help dozens of families relocate into ottawa on their house hunting trips. With only five days to spend in a new city looking for a house it is very intense! We had so much fun documenting our

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Selling with a BGRS Realtor

When it comes to selling your home, especially within the unique demands of military life, it’s essential to work with a realtor who understands your needs. At the Chris Scott Team, we pride ourselves on providing a full-service solution tailored specifically for military sellers. Unlike many in the industry, who

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The CAF Clients Who Changed My Career Path

In 2008, I had the opportunity to work with Anny and Martin, a couple who were part of a BGRS move. What started as a regular real estate transaction turned into something much more meaningful. Their positive attitude, trust, and openness made the experience memorable, and it ultimately shaped my

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House Hunting Efficiency: A Military Success Story in Ottawa

  We recently had the pleasure of assisting a military couple with their house hunt in Ottawa, turning it into an efficient and exciting adventure. The journey began with setting up a personalized portal tailored to their preferences,  allowing them to interact with listings by favouriting, disliking, and commenting on

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CAF Relocation Directive – Spending Account

Here is a summary of the details of spending accounts related to CAFRD (Canadian Armed Forces Relocation Directive) benefits. There are two types of spending accounts: the Core Account and the Custom Account. Unused benefits from either account are forfeited and cannot be used for other expenses. The Core Account

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MILITARY RELOCATION PROGRAM

Ottawa is typically known to be a low inventory real estate market. This is changed slightly this year due to current market conditions. Military buyers will have more to choose from on their Ottawa relocation house hunting trips. Our team is also doing everything we can to present as many

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MILITARY SUCCESS STORIES

Ottawa is a very popular destination for military clients. Many come for a few years and get posted out only to return again with a promotion a few years down the road. With this type of short-term stay, you need to purchase at the right price to be able to

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Selling with our approved BGRS Ottawa Team

Our team prides ourselves in taking great care of our military clients. A big part of that is helping our clients who relocate to Ottawa purchase homes that will sell easily and appreciate nicely by the time they get transferred out. Selecting the right home, neighborhood, and community are also

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Office: 613-829-1818
Direct: 613-721-4206
Mobile: 613-863-6999