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Canadian and US Real Estate Affordability Improved, Still Near Record Lows
Housing affordability is finally showing signs of life in both Canada and the United States. A new report from BMO Capital Markets shows that falling home prices and lower borrowing costs have pushed affordability to a multi-year high in both countries. However, the bank warns that the improvement is modest and affordability remains near multi-generational lows. In…
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Calgary Set To Lead Canada’s Real Estate Market In 2026, PwC/ULI Report Says
A new PwC Canada and Urban Land Institute report names Calgary the top market to watch in 2026, as capital shifts from condos to purpose-built rentals and modular housing gains momentum. Here’s what buyers, investors, and developers should know.A new PwC Canada and Urban Land Institute report names Calgary the top market to watch in…
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BoC Rate Cuts: What a 25-50 bps Drop Does To Your Payment
Wondering how a 25–50 basis point Bank of Canada rate cut actually changes your mortgage payment? See side-by-side numbers for $600K and $800K mortgages on a 25-year amortization, plus quick context on stress-test qualifying and what this means for delinquencies and affordability. Assumptions (so you can replicate) Formula used (standard mortgage payment):Monthly payment = P…
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7 Cheapest Places To Buy A Home In Ontario Right Now (2025 data)
Ontario’s housing market is still very uneven in 2025. While the GTA and cottage/city suburbs remain expensive, many smaller cities and northern communities offer significantly lower prices. Note that different sites report average sold price, median sale price, or current listing average, that’s why figures can look different from one source to another. Below are seven places that…
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Calgary or Edmonton – Which City Wins for First-Time Homebuyers in 2025?
First-time buyers choosing Alberta, should you go Calgary or Edmonton? We break down the September 2025 stats: average/condo prices, market conditions, value, and what each city delivers.
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Domestic Travel Searches in Canada Jump Nearly 20 Percent, Airbnb Data Shows
Airbnb’s latest travel data shows that Canadian searches for domestic Airbnb stays in 2025 have increased by nearly 20 percent compared to the previous year. This rise signals that more Canadians are choosing to travel within the country instead of flying internationally, and it is having a real impact on where people are booking vacation rentals.…
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Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow Opposes Ontario’s Bill 60, Says It Weakens Tenant Protections
Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow is pushing back against Ontario’s proposed Bill 60, warning that the legislation could strip away key protections for renters and make evictions easier across the province. Chow announced her opposition after reviewing the latest version of the bill introduced by Premier Doug Ford’s government. While the province says the goal is…
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This Toronto Condo Is Basically A Mini Resort – And It’s Move-In Ready For $678k
If you’ve been condo shopping in Toronto, you already know the struggle: tiny layouts, zero amenities, and maintenance fees that don’t even include utilities. This one is different. Located at 15 Northtown Way, this Tridel-built corner condo delivers everything buyers wish more Toronto units offered: space, light, privacy – and full access to resort-level amenities. Think: indoor pool, tennis courts, gym,…
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GTA Residents Now Need to Earn $27.20 Per Hour to Live Comfortably, Report Says
A new report shows GTA residents need $27.20 per hour to afford housing and essentials. Ontario’s minimum wage of $17.60 falls far short.
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Moncton vs Halifax vs Charlottetown: Which East Coast City Offers the Best Deal in 2025?
Thinking of moving to or investing in Atlantic Canada in 2025? Moncton (NB), Halifax (NS), and Charlottetown (PEI) are three contenders, each with its own mix of price trends, rental returns, affordability, and growth drivers. Let’s dig in. 🏡 Price Trends & Growth Rates Moncton Halifax Charlottetown Verdict on price growth: Moncton is showing strong growth…
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