Tag: housing
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38% of Canadian Landlords Say They’re Losing Money – New Report Reveals Growing Pressure
A new report is challenging one of the biggest assumptions about Canada’s housing market. Despite record-high rents in many cities, a growing number of landlords say they’re not making money – and some are losing it. What the Data Shows According to a 2026 rental market report from liv.rent: This suggests that the majority of…
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Ontario’s New Housing Bill 98 Is Facing Backlash – Critics Say It Could Slow Development
Ontario’s latest housing legislation is already drawing criticism – with some experts warning it could actually make the housing crisis worse. Bill 98, also known as the Building Homes and Improving Transportation Infrastructure Act, 2026, is being positioned as a way to speed up housing construction. But critics say it may do the opposite. Thinking about…
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Ontario Announced an $8.8B Housing Deal – New Homes Could Be Up to $200K Cheaper
Ontario just made one of its biggest housing moves in years – and it could directly impact home prices across the province. A new $8.8 billion partnership between the federal and Ontario governments aims to cut construction costs, reduce taxes, and accelerate housing supply, announced on March 30, 2026. Thinking about buying?👉 Find out what you qualify…
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Ontario Housing Forecast Cut Again as New Construction Slows
Ontario’s housing market is facing another setback. New projections released alongside the province’s latest budget show that homebuilding expectations have been revised downward once again, raising further doubts about whether Ontario can meet its ambitious housing targets. Housing Targets Continue to Slip Back in 2022, the provincial government pledged to build 1.5 million homes by…
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What $700K or Less Gets You in Ontario Right Now
Ontario’s housing market may still feel expensive, but there are still pockets where buyers can find value under the $700K mark. From waterfront condos to large terrace units, here’s what you can realistically get across the province right now. Mississauga – $700k A rare opportunity in one of Mississauga’s most desirable waterfront communities. This unit…
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Ontario Removes HST on New Homes for One Year in Major Housing Affordability Push
The Ontario government is introducing a major, time-limited tax break aimed at cooling affordability pressures and stimulating new home construction across the province. Premier Doug Ford announced that the province will temporarily eliminate the 13% Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) on new homes for eligible buyers over a one-year period, starting April 1, 2026. The move…
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Canada Is Building More Homes, But Why Does It Still Feel Impossible to Buy?
Canada’s housing supply is growing, and on the surface, that should be good news for buyers. More homes typically mean more options, more competition among sellers, and eventually more affordable prices. But the reality is more complicated. While new construction is increasing, much of the supply being added to the market is not what most…
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Canada Needs 3.5 Million Homes – Why Backyard Suites May Be the Fastest Housing Solution
As Canada’s housing affordability crisis continues to strain households, urban planners and policymakers are increasingly turning their attention to one overlooked solution – secondary suites. Basement apartments, garden suites, and laneway homes could add thousands of new housing units across Canadian cities without requiring large-scale new developments or major infrastructure expansion. Housing experts say these…
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Canada’s Rent Prices Have Fallen for 17 Straight Months – What It Means for the Housing Market in 2026
Canada’s rental market is showing a major shift in 2026. According to the latest Rentals.ca March 2026 Rent Report, average asking rents in Canada fell to $2,030 in February 2026, down 2.8% year-over-year and marking the 17th consecutive month of annual rent declines. That also brings national asking rents to a 33-month low, highlighting a cooling trend that stands in contrast…
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Canada’s $50,000 GST Rebate for First-Time Home Buyers Is Now Law
Canada’s new $50,000 GST rebate for first-time home buyers is officially law after Bill C-4 received Royal Assent on March 12, 2026. The legislation eliminates the 5% federal GST on qualifying newly built homes, offering significant tax relief for eligible buyers purchasing new construction properties. For some buyers, the change could mean tens of thousands of dollars in savings…
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