From Ottawa’s housing market: Ahmed Akeela writes weekly on housing and mortgage finance

By Tahani Elghazaly
Published March 5, 2026

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Between interest-rate decisions, shifting market conditions, and everyday mortgage questions, buying a home in Canada has become a process full of details that need calm explanation and clear information. That is why we are pleased at Tawasul News to welcome Ahmed Akeela to our contributors with a weekly real estate column.

Ahmed has worked in Ottawa’s housing market for years and understands the buyer-and-seller journey from the inside: from reading a listing, to viewings, to negotiation, and the steps leading up to closing. In his articles, he will share focused, practical experience—not sales language or big promises, but straightforward guidance on what is actually happening in the market and what readers should watch for before making a decision.

Ahmed’s column is designed first and foremost for everyday readers: families looking for a first home, newcomers trying to understand the system, and buyers weighing whether to wait or move forward. The goal is not to push anyone into a timeline, but to help readers see the full picture, reduce costly mistakes, and understand their options before signing.

If you have a real estate question you would like us to address in Ahmed’s column, leave it in the comments or send it to our editorial team. We will feature the most common questions in upcoming pieces.