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Danielle Gervais Ottawa Real Estate Helping people achieve their goals through buying and selling real estate. Let me take the stress out of the process for you.

List with FREE staging & FREE cleaning service & ELEVATED Professional Photography

Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, a seasoned investor, or just exploring your options, I'm here to help you navigate the ever-changing real estate landscape.

Read that again. 📣Behind every polished Instagram feed, every perfectly decorated house, and every "effortless" success ...
09/14/2026

Read that again. 📣

Behind every polished Instagram feed, every perfectly decorated house, and every "effortless" success story, there are trade-offs, sacrifices, and struggles you don't always see. The highlight reel is real, it's just never the whole story.

You're not falling behind. You're not less capable. You're human.

So give yourself permission to breathe, to rest, and to celebrate the small wins along the way. Nobody's doing it all, no matter how it looks from the outside, and you don't need to either.

✨ Focus on doing what you can, with what you have, in the season you're in. That's more than enough.

Send this to someone who needs to hear it today.

And there it is…the real estate standoff. 😅Here’s the problem:Today’s buyers have information at their fingertips. They’...
09/11/2026

And there it is…the real estate standoff. 😅

Here’s the problem:

Today’s buyers have information at their fingertips. They’re looking at the recent sales. They know what else is listed. They’re comparing price, condition, location and value—and when something doesn’t add up, many of them don’t negotiate.

They move on.

That’s the part sellers sometimes underestimate.

Pricing a home higher to “leave room to negotiate” can actually have the opposite effect. Instead of encouraging an offer, it can convince buyers that the seller’s expectations are too far apart from theirs.

And waiting for a price reduction doesn’t always fix it.

By then, your listing has been on the market longer, buyers have seen it come up in their searches multiple times, and the first question becomes:

“Why hasn’t it sold?”

The goal isn’t to give your home away.

The goal is to price it strategically enough that buyers see the value and feel motivated to act.

Because the best negotiating position for a seller isn’t necessarily starting with the highest price.

It’s having buyers who actually want to buy your house.

Thinking about selling? Let’s talk about what buyers are doing in your neighbourhood and how I’d position your home in today’s market. 🏡

You don’t need to be ready to buy tomorrow to start the conversation. 📣 In fact, about 6 months out is usually the sweet...
09/10/2026

You don’t need to be ready to buy tomorrow to start the conversation. 📣 In fact, about 6 months out is usually the sweet spot.

It gives us plenty of time to talk through finances, figure out which neighborhoods make sense, get you familiar with the market, and put a game plan together so you feel ready when the right house comes along.

Swipe for the full timeline! →

If selling this winter or early spring is even a slight possibility, this is your sign to call. 📲Let’s get your exterior...
09/09/2026

If selling this winter or early spring is even a slight possibility, this is your sign to call. 📲

Let’s get your exterior photos taken NOW while the grass is green, the trees are full, and your landscaping is looking its best. 🌱

Your home’s first showing happens online, which is why high-quality, eye-catching photos are so important, especially in today’s market. You don’t have to be ready to list yet, but a little planning now can make a big difference in how your home is presented online later.

Thinking about a move next year? Send a DM and let’s get you ahead of the game.

If any of these questions have crossed your mind lately, you’re definitely not alone. 👀The market looks a LOT different ...
09/08/2026

If any of these questions have crossed your mind lately, you’re definitely not alone. 👀

The market looks a LOT different than it did a few years ago, which means the strategy has to look different too. There’s rarely a one-size-fits-all answer in real estate, but there’s almost always a way to make a plan around your finances, your timeline, and your goals.

If you've got a question of your own, I promise there's no such thing as a dumb one. DM me anytime 📩

A little reminder for anyone who needs it today: you are paying way more attention to yourself than anyone else is.That ...
09/07/2026

A little reminder for anyone who needs it today: you are paying way more attention to yourself than anyone else is.

That thing you said, the way you looked, the story you posted, the decision you keep replaying in your head...

We give so much weight to things that exist mostly in our own heads. The truth is, most people are wrapped up in their own lives, not keeping score of yours.

So stop waiting to feel 100% ready. → Send it. Say it. Post it.
Give yourself permission to stop overthinking and just move forward.

Some reviews stay with you. 🤍 After nearly 20 years since owning a home, buying a condo was a big step for this client —...
09/05/2026

Some reviews stay with you. 🤍

After nearly 20 years since owning a home, buying a condo was a big step for this client — and naturally, it came with questions, nerves and a lot to think through.

For me, real estate has never just been about getting to the finish line. It’s about making sure my clients feel heard, informed and comfortable with every decision along the way.

Knowing that Danielle felt I truly listened, had her best interests at heart, and helped make the experience easier means so much to me.

Thank you, Danielle, for your trust, your kind words and for allowing me to be part of such an important chapter.

Helping someone feel confident about a big move? That’s the part of this job I’ll never take for granted. 🤍

Real estate is a big decision, but who you go through it with matters too. Having someone you trust, actually enjoy work...
09/04/2026

Real estate is a big decision, but who you go through it with matters too.

Having someone you trust, actually enjoy working with, and know will give you the honest answer, even when it’s not the answer you want?

Kinda chic, if you ask me. ✨

✓Almost every single one felt hesitant about the market at first✓ They all had to make at least one compromise on their ...
09/03/2026

✓Almost every single one felt hesitant about the market at first

✓ They all had to make at least one compromise on their wish list to stay within budget

✓ Every one of them questioned if they were “making the right move” at some point in the process

→ But here’s the thing: every single one of them is now glad they moved forward.

If you’re feeling nervous about buying, you’re not alone. The truth is, no buyer ever feels 100% ready. But with the right strategy, guidance, and a little perspective, you’ll look back and be glad you took the leap. Bottom line: You don’t need all the answers — you just need a good plan.

Thinking about making a move? Let’s connect and chat about your goals and what’s possible in today’s market.

September is the sweet spot for that dreaded home to-do list... warm enough to get things done, cool enough to actually ...
09/01/2026

September is the sweet spot for that dreaded home to-do list... warm enough to get things done, cool enough to actually enjoy doing them (ok fine, maybe not enjoy, but at least tolerate). 😉

Use the mild days ahead to knock out a few important tasks like cleaning out the gutters, sealing up any drafts, and power washing to keep your home looking its best all winter long.

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