October 14th, 2026
As prospective Canadian homebuyers and renters struggle to gain a foothold in one of the least-affordable housing markets in the developed world, housing affordability has become one of the top … [read more]
October 14th, 2026
Highlights : • Rising inflation risk has pushed yields higher and could drive the five-year fixed mortgage rate to above 5%. • The economy rebounded strongly in the second quarter, … [read more]
October 13th, 2026
The rise of the “forever home” doesn’t just signify a shift in the real estate market—it’s reshaping renovation trends, too. Rather than buying a new home to get all the … [read more]
October 13th, 2026
Canadians are increasingly open to different ways of becoming homeowners, but a new report suggests builders are having trouble delivering the lower-cost homes buyers need. New research commissioned by Meridian … [read more]
October 13th, 2026
Carolyn Rogers, Senior Deputy Governor of the Bank of Canada, delivered a blunt message to Victoria’s business community: Canada’s housing affordability problem cannot be solved by the central bank alone … [read more]
October 10th, 2026
With fall underway, the last thing on most of our minds is springtime. But for gardeners, springtime preparations never stop—even during autumn. If you want your garden to flourish next … [read more]
October 9th, 2026
When prospective homebuyers focus exclusively on the price tag of a property, they often overlook a critical factor that has a far greater impact on their financial situation: interest rates. … [read more]
October 9th, 2026
• RBC’s national housing affordability measure in Canada was little changed in Q2 (52.8%), posting its smallest improvement of 0.4 percentage point in almost a year. • Ownership costs remained … [read more]
October 9th, 2026
Toronto and Vancouver have dropped to moderate bubble-risk territory in UBS’s 2026 Global Real Estate Bubble Index as sustained price declines and elevated financing costs continue to erode demand in … [read more]
October 8th, 2026
Most newcomers who do not yet own a home in Canada intend to buy one, but saving for a down payment and securing stable employment remain major obstacles, according to … [read more]
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October 8th, 2026
The share of mortgaged Canadian homeowners living in housing unaffordable to them rose in 2024, new federal data shows — and the implications for brokers managing clients under growing financial … [read more]
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October 8th, 2026
Markets are pricing renewed Bank of Canada rate hikes alongside further tightening by the US Federal Reserve, but TD deputy chief economist Derek Burleton says investors may be getting ahead … [read more]
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October 7th, 2026
Real estate investment offers the potential to build wealth over time, but it requires careful planning and a solid understanding of how the market works. Many people enter the world … [read more]
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October 7th, 2026
Home buying became marginally less strenuous for Canadians in August, with softening prices reducing the income required to qualify for a mortgage in 10 of 13 major markets – but … [read more]
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October 7th, 2026
SURREY, BC – Fraser Valley home buyers remained cautious despite continued weakening prices, as September sales failed to keep pace with the seasonal rise in new listings. The Fraser Valley … [read more]
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October 6th, 2026
Updating the flooring in your home is one of the most rewarding and effective investments you can make. Fresh floors bring visual appeal to a room, enhance comfort, ensure long … [read more]
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October 6th, 2026
Introduction I’m very happy to be giving this speech in Victoria today. This city is home to me. I spend most of my time in Ottawa now, but Victoria has … [read more]
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October 6th, 2026
Canada’s housing market hit pause in August after five consecutive months of gains with resales declining 0.7% month-over-month seasonally adjusted—retreating to levels in May. The pullback coincided with an escalation … [read more]
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October 5th, 2026
A home inspection is supposed to give you peace of mind. But what happens when it does the opposite? If a home fails inspection before closing, you do not automatically … [read more]
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October 5th, 2026
Canadian home prices slid to their weakest level in more than three years in August, extending a correction that has now erased 4.2% of value from the national market’s peak … [read more]
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October 5th, 2026
Home sales registered on the MLS® in Metro Vancouver declined 8.4% relative to September last year, weighed down by the apartment segment. The Greater Vancouver REALTORS® (GVR) reports that residential … [read more]
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October 3rd, 2026
It’s no secret that curb appeal sells. According to the National Association of Realtors, over 84% of home buyers are willing to spend more on a home with excellent curb … [read more]
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