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Ontario Announces Major HST Rebate for First-Time Home Buyers
Ontario is introducing a new rebate to cover the full 8% provincial portion of the HST for first-time home buyers purchasing new homes up to $1 million. Combined with federal measures, buyers could save up to $130,000.
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Rent vs Buy in Ontario in 2025: Which Is the Bigger Scam?
If you’re stuck in Ontario wondering whether you should keep renting or take the plunge and buy, you’re not alone. The math is brutal, the options confusing, and neither path feels “obviously right” right now. Here’s a breakdown of where things stand in 2025, what they actually cost, and how people are navigating the mess. 📊…
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Is Rural Alberta the Next Frontier for Affordable Living?
As Calgary and Edmonton home prices hover near $600,000, many Albertans are looking beyond city limits for a better balance of price, space, and lifestyle.Smaller towns across the province, including Airdrie, Leduc, Cochrane, and Okotoks, are becoming the new hotspots for families and remote professionals who still want urban access without urban prices. According to…
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How People in Their 20s Are Actually Buying Homes Right Now
How 20-somethings in Ontario are actually buying homes in 2025: co-signers, multigenerational living, moving outside the GTA, duplex investing, and buying with friends. Backed by the latest stats.
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Nearly 8 Out of 10 Dollars Canadians Owe Is Mortgage Debt – StatCan Warns of Rising Risk
Canadian real estate is once again fueling household debt, with new data from Statistics Canada showing mortgages now make up a record share of total borrowing. As of August 2025, nearly 8 in 10 dollars of household credit are tied to mortgages, a concentration that’s increasing economic risk despite slower overall borrowing. Canadian Household Debt Tops $3.13 Trillion Canada’s…
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Ontario Backs Away From 1.5 Million Homes Target – New Housing Bill Explained
Ontario introduced a new housing bill to speed up approvals and reduce costs, but the government is now non-committal about hitting its 1.5 million homes in 10 years target. Here’s what’s in the bill, why it matters, and the latest housing start data. Quick takeaways What the minister said Municipal Affairs and Housing Minister Rob…
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The 5 Most Expensive Listings in Toronto Right Now
If you’re house-peeping the ultra-luxury end of Toronto real estate, here are the five priciest properties on the market today, pulled from MLS and ranked by list price. Prices and availability change quickly, so use the MLS links to confirm current status. 1) 15 High Point Road – $49,950,000 – Bridle Path French Revival estate…
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What $600k Gets You in Toronto vs. Atlantic Canada vs. Alberta
Wondering what $600,000 buys in different parts of Canada? Explore side-by-side real estate comparisons for Toronto, Atlantic Canada, and Alberta — and see how far your money really goes.
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Canada Inflation Watch – The Core Data Canadians Need to See
Canada’s CPI rose in September, with food, rent, property taxes, and mortgage interest leading the gains. What raised eyebrows is what was not highlighted – the Bank of Canada’s preferred core inflation metrics. Here is a clear, data-focused look at what the latest CPI means. Key takeaways Note: All figures are as described in the…
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This $49.95M Bridle Path Estate Is the Most Expensive Home on the Market in Toronto
Tour Toronto’s most expensive home right now – a $49,950,000 French Revival Bridle Path estate with 5 + 2 bedrooms, 11 bathrooms, and park-like grounds. MLS C12431780.
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