Tag: housing market
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Canada Housing Market 2026: Are Rate Cuts Over? Mortgage Rates Could Rise 75 Basis Points
After months of optimism around falling interest rates, a new narrative is emerging across Canada’s housing market and it could catch buyers and homeowners off guard. Financial markets are now pricing in the possibility that the Bank of Canada may not only delay rate cuts, but could raise interest rates again in 2026. For a…
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Canada’s Banking Regulator Warns Banks About Condo Mortgage Appraisals as Prices Fall
Canada’s banking regulator is raising concerns about how some mortgage approvals are being handled as condominium prices decline across major cities like Toronto and Vancouver. New documents obtained by Reuters show that the Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (OSFI) warned major Canadian banks about the risks of using “blanket appraisals” for condo mortgages…
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Canada Housing Market Forecast: Will Prices Rise or Fall in Spring 2026?
As Canada’s housing market approaches the traditional spring buying season, buyers and sellers alike are asking one key question: Will home prices rise or fall in Spring 2026? Early market data and multiple independent forecasts suggest that 2026 will be a year of modest growth and stabilization, with home prices likely to rise slightly, although…
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Canada’s $658K Housing Wake-Up Call: What Falling Home Prices Mean for Homeowners
Canada’s housing market is entering a new phase in 2026. After years of rapid price growth, the national benchmark home price has declined to $658,300, marking the eighth consecutive month of falling values. For millions of homeowners, this shift is a reminder that real estate markets can move in both directions. While Canada is not facing…
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Cheapest Places to Buy Real Estate in Calgary in 2026
Last updated February 2026 Calgary continues to be one of Canada’s most affordable major housing markets, with balanced prices compared to Vancouver and Toronto, making it attractive for first-time buyers and investors alike. Recent market data shows that while average home prices in Calgary remain steady, some neighbourhoods and property types offer especially affordable entry…
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Canadian Home Prices Fall to $652,941 as Sales Drop 12.5% to Start 2026
February 21, 2026 Canada’s housing market opened 2026 with weaker sales, falling prices, and rising listings, a combination that is slowly shifting negotiating power back toward buyers in several regions. According to WOWA’s latest update (last updated February 19, 2026), the national average home price declined to $652,941 in January 2026, while sales fell sharply…
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What You Can Buy In Toronto At Different Budgets Right Now
Whether you are a first-time buyer or moving up the property ladder, here is a breakdown of what different budgets currently buy across the city as of February 15, 2026. This guide covers condos, townhomes, and detached homes so you can see how far your budget goes in today’s market. Click on the links to…
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January 2026 Calgary Housing Market – Prices, Sales & Trends
February 3, 2026 The Calgary housing market entered 2026 with notable shifts in sales activity, inventory levels and pricing, according to the latest data from the Calgary Real Estate Board (CREB®). After several years of tight supply and strong price growth, the market is increasingly showing signs of balanced conditions, with rising inventory, mixed sales…
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Best GTA Suburbs for First-Time Home Buyers in 2026
February 2, 2026 Buying your first home in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) has become increasingly difficult, but not impossible. While Toronto proper remains out of reach for most first-time buyers, several surrounding suburbs still offer relatively lower prices, better value per square foot, and more attainable entry points. Using recent regional market data, here…
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Edmonton Home Prices Rise While Condo Values Slide – WOWA Flags A Split Market Heading Into 2026
January 18, 2026 Edmonton’s housing market ended 2025 with a clear two-speed story: overall prices moved higher, but condos moved the other way. New data from WOWA’s December 2025 Edmonton housing market report shows the average home price rose month over month and year over year, even as transaction volume fell and apartment prices posted…
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