Tag: Canadian housing market
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Bank of Canada Expected to Hold Rates at 2.75% This Wednesday- More Cuts Likely in 2025
Canada’s central bank is widely expected to hold interest rates at 2.75% this Wednesday, with economists predicting at least two more cuts before the end of 2025. According to a recent Reuters poll, over 75% of economists surveyed (20 out of 26) believe the Bank of Canada (BoC) will keep rates steady as it waits…
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Ontario Sees Surge in Unpaid Bills as Debt Levels Rise
A new report has shed light on the growing financial struggles of Canadians, revealing that an increasing number of people are unable to keep up with their major financial obligations. Among the hardest-hit provinces, Ontario stands out, with mortgage delinquencies soaring to unprecedented levels. According to data from Equifax Canada, consumer debt nationwide grew by…
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Over Two Million Non-Permanent Residents Leave Canada by 2026 as Part of Its “Immigration Reset”
As part of its plan to curb population growth, the Canadian government has set a target to reduce the number of non-permanent residents (NPRs) over the next two years. This comes after a massive surge in immigration following the pandemic. Over two million non-permanent residents are expected to leave the country by 2026 as their…
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Canada’s New Mortgage Reforms Take Effect December 15 and Here’s Everything Homebuyers Need To Know
The Canadian government is introducing major mortgage changes that will take effect on December 15, 2024. These reforms are being called the “boldest in decades” and are designed to tackle the country’s housing affordability issues, especially in expensive cities like Toronto and Vancouver. Key Changes Starting December 15 Raising the CMHC Insured Mortgage Cap The…
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88% of Canadian Renters Say Owning a Home is an “Unreachable Luxury”
Canada’s housing crisis is impacting lives across the nation, whether you rent or own a home. What was once a standard aspiration—owning a home—now feels like an unattainable luxury for most Canadians. From skyrocketing rents to increasing reliance on food banks, the effects of the cost-of-living crisis are felt deeply. Households are grappling with record…
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Canadian Rents Fall for the First Time in Over Two Years
For the first time since July 2021, Canadian rental prices have experienced a year-over-year decline. The October 2024 Rentals.ca Rent Report shows a 1.2% annual drop in average asking rents across Canada, with the national average now sitting at $2,152. The decline signals a potential shift in Canada’s rental market dynamics, especially in previously high-demand…
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What the Latest U.S. Federal Reserve Rate Cut Could Mean for Canadians
With the U.S. Federal Reserve cutting interest rates once again, Canadians may feel some ripple effects across various aspects of the economy. As the Fed’s policies impact the U.S. economy, Canada often experiences a spillover effect due to the close economic ties between the two countries. Here’s how this rate cut might influence Canadians in…
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Bank of Canada Lowers Key Interest Rate to 4.25% Amid Slowing Inflation
The Bank of Canada has reduced its benchmark interest rate for the third time in a row, bringing the rate down to 4.25%. This decision, announced on September 4, 2024, reflects the central bank’s response to cooling inflation and growing concerns about economic growth. The widely anticipated quarter-percentage-point cut follows a series of interest rate…
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Bank of Canada’s Rate Cut: Limited Impact on Real Estate Market
On July 24, 2024, the Bank of Canada lowered its key interest rate by a quarter percentage point to 4.5%. While this move is intended to combat inflation and stimulate economic growth, experts suggest that its immediate impact on the real estate market will be limited. Modest Rate Cut and Market Expectations John Lusink, President…
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