Tag: investing
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Bank of Canada Expected To Hold Rates This Week. Here’s What It Means For Ontario Homebuyers
All eyes will be on the Bank of Canada this Wednesday as policymakers announce their latest interest rate decision, a move that could influence mortgage rates, homebuyer confidence, and the direction of Ontario’s housing market. While many prospective buyers have been hoping for another rate cut, economists overwhelmingly expect the central bank to leave its…
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Ontario Renters Can Now Install Their Own Air Conditioners Under New Rules
Ontario renters now have more control over staying cool during the summer. As of July 1, 2026, new rules under Ontario’s Residential Tenancies Act allow tenants to install a window or portable air conditioner if their landlord does not already provide one, as long as the unit is installed safely and meets the province’s requirements. The changes are intended to…
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The Cheapest Places to Retire in Canada Based on Housing Costs
Retirement looks a little different for everyone, but one thing almost every Canadian retiree has in common is wanting to make their money go further. With housing remaining one of the biggest expenses for Canadians, many retirees are choosing to relocate to communities where they can buy a home for hundreds of thousands of dollars…
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Ontario Listings of the Week – June 30
Looking for standout Ontario homes for sale? These listings on Realtor.ca include a mix of luxury properties and affordable condos that are getting attention across the province right now. $429,900 – 113 – 80 ASPEN SPRINGS DRIVEClarington (Bowmanville) 🛏️ Bedrooms: 1 + 1🛁 Bathrooms: 1🔗 MLS link $469,000 – 532 MITCHELL RoadCramahe 🛏️ Bedrooms: 2 🛁 Bathrooms: 1🔗 MLS link $599,999 – 60 LYSANDA AVENUELondon South…
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Is Now Finally a Good Time to Buy a House in Ontario?
Ontario’s housing market has looked very different in 2026 than it did just a few years ago. After years of soaring prices, intense bidding wars, and record-low inventory, buyers are finally finding themselves in a stronger position. Home prices have softened in many markets, inventory has climbed, and sellers are becoming more willing to negotiate.…
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Ontario Cities Ranked From Cheapest To Most Expensive For Homebuyers In 2026
Ontario’s housing market looks very different than it did just a few years ago. While home prices remain elevated in many parts of the province, the correction that began in 2022 has created larger affordability gaps between Ontario’s most expensive and most affordable cities. Today, buyers willing to look beyond the Greater Toronto Area can…
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Calgary Is Becoming More Affordable For Homebuyers, But It Still Lags Other Alberta Cities
Buying a home in Calgary is becoming more affordable, according to a new report from Royal LePage. However, the city still trails several other Alberta markets when it comes to overall affordability. The report found that while housing costs have become more manageable over the past two years, Calgary remains outside Canada’s top 15 most…
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70% Of Canadian Renters Say High Rent Prices Are Their Biggest Housing Challenge, New Survey Finds
Canada’s rental affordability crisis continues to weigh heavily on renters, with a new national survey finding that high rent prices remain the biggest obstacle for the vast majority of people searching for housing. According to Rentals.ca’s Spring 2026 Renter Preference Survey, 70% of Canadian renters identified rising rent prices as the single biggest challenge in…
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Homes Under $500,000 Are Making A Comeback In Ontario, But There’s A Catch
Affordable homes are becoming more common across Ontario’s housing market, but the improvement is being driven largely by one segment: condominiums. A new report from the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) found that homes valued under $500,000 now make up nearly one-quarter of Ontario’s housing market, marking a notable increase from just a few years…
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Toronto’s Condo Crash May Not Bottom Until 2028, TD Warns
Toronto’s condo market continues to struggle through one of its deepest and longest downturns in decades, with some economists warning the correction could continue for years. A new report from TD Economics projects Greater Toronto Area condo prices may not begin a sustained recovery until 2028. The bank estimates prices could ultimately fall between 25%…
