Scott Arial, Ottawa Real Estate Broker

10/27/2026

Before setting a home-search budget, ask lenders how they review freelance, contract, or platform income. A preapproval turns uneven earnings into a defined price range.

Freelancers, rideshare drivers, contractors, and delivery workers buy homes across the United States every year. Mortgage approval comes down to documented qualifying income, debts, credit, assets, and the lender’s requirements. Tax returns, profit-and-loss statements, and organized bank records m...

10/09/2026

If you enjoy celebrity real estate, Travis Kelce’s reported $5.35 million purchase puts Bratenahl, Ohio, in the spotlight.

House Beautiful reports that Travis Kelce purchased a 3.5-acre lakefront estate in Bratenahl, Ohio, for approximately $5.35 million. Built in 1895, the Elizabethan Tudor mansion spans 21,140 square feet, with eight bedrooms, eight bathrooms, a ballroom, media room, pool and spa. The property combine...

10/02/2026

Want a room to feel more polished without renovating? Try giving it one clear focal point, then let the rest of the decor support it.

A polished room doesn’t have to start with a major renovation. Designers share ways to make a home feel more put together through thoughtful furniture placement, a strong focal point, meaningful art, lighting, greenery and layered textures. The ideas focus on how a space looks and feels, without p...

09/29/2026

We’re going to explore and look at key differences relating to modular and traditional builds, including the speed of build, cost, safety, design, environmental impact, sustainability, customization, land, and the legal requirements.

While thinking of either building a new home or purchasing one, the decision between a modular home and a traditional built home may become very challenging. There are positives and negatives associated with each type.

09/28/2026

📢 Rare development opportunity in Westboro!!

Welcome to 658 Tweedsmuir Avenue. This home sits on a 66' x 157' (N4B zoned) lot. This property offers exciting potential for builders, developers and investors looking for a well-located infill opportunity. The existing home provides a comfortable residence that can be enjoyed while exploring future development possibilities.

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✅ hardwood flooring
✅ updated kitchen
✅ updated roof shingles
✅ lots of basement storage
✅ private oversized yard
✅ patio
✅ oversized detached garage capable of 4 car parking

Located on a quiet, established street surrounded by a mix of traditional homes and newer infill, the property is ideally positioned within easy reach of Westboro's shops, restaurants, schools, parks, recreation and the Ottawa River. A rare opportunity to secure a large development parcel in one of Ottawa’s most desirable neighbourhoods.

Please reach out for additional details.

📧 [email protected]
☎️ 613.850.4542

09/25/2026

Some of the best outdoor spaces look collected over time, and that's exactly what gives cottage-style patios their charm.

A great patio doesn't have to be perfectly polished to feel special. These English cottage-inspired ideas focus on comfortable seating, colorful plantings, natural textures, and lived-in charm that makes an outdoor space feel welcoming. Whether you're working with a small courtyard, a backyard patio...

09/25/2026

📢 Stunning new listing in Barrhaven!! Welcome home to 2842 Grand Canal Street in family-friendly Half Moon Bay. This 4 bedroom + den, 2.5 bathroom, Tamarack home has it all!

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✅️ hardwood flooring
✅️ custom kitchen
✅️ quartz countertops
✅️ high-end stainless steel appliances
✅️ gas fireplace
✅️ fully finished basement
✅️ upgraded 5 piece ensuite
✅️ hot tub
✅️ heated saltwater inground pool
✅️ gazebo and pergola
✅️ fully fenced and landscaped yard

Conveniently located close to schools, parks, transit, nature trails, Stonebridge Golf Course, and the Minto Recreation Complex. Don't miss this one!

🏷 $1,099,000

Please reach out for additional information.

📧 [email protected]

☎️ 613-592-6400

09/24/2026

Before you buy, ask about repairs as well as the age of the roof and major equipment. A maintenance history can tell you much more than an installation date alone.

A practical checklist for U.S. home tours, covering water pressure, signs of leaks, roof flashing, maintenance history, storage, and natural light.

09/18/2026

You don’t need every room to follow the latest trend. Good design often comes down to choices that feel intentional, comfortable, and right for how you actually live.

Some of the best signs of a well-designed home aren’t about expensive furniture or following every new trend. House Beautiful looks at the details designers notice when a room really works, from thoughtful choices to spaces that feel personal and comfortable. If you’re decorating, renovating, or...

09/14/2026

If every square foot matters in your home, flexible furniture and rooms that can serve more than one purpose are becoming a bigger part of thoughtful design.

A beautiful home doesn’t have to feel too precious to actually live in. Current design trends are leaning toward spaces that feel comfortable, personal and practical, with warm earthy colors, curved furniture, natural materials and durable textiles taking the place of colder, more rigid looks. Mul...