Tag: investing
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Bank of Canada Expected to Hold Rates at 2.25% on April 29, 2026
Canada’s interest rate outlook is coming into sharper focus, with economists expecting the Bank of Canada to hold its key policy rate steady. With inflation still within target and economic uncertainty lingering, the central bank is showing little urgency to either cut or raise rates in the near term. Rates Expected to Hold Around Current…
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Demand Isn’t the Problem – Here’s What’s Blocking Canada’s Housing Market
Canada’s housing market continues to face affordability challenges, but new data suggests the issue may not be a lack of demand. Instead, a growing imbalance between buyers and available housing is emerging, with many Canadians still planning to enter the market despite ongoing constraints. Buyer Demand Remains Strong Recent data shows that 23% of young…
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Ottawa Area Dominates List of Most Affordable Housing Markets
A new report suggests that some of Ontario’s most affordable housing markets are not in the province’s largest cities, but instead clustered around the Ottawa region. According to recent data, seven of the top 10 most affordable housing markets in Ontario are located in Ottawa and the surrounding Ottawa Valley, highlighting a growing regional divide…
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Toronto Rents Just Hit Their Lowest Level in Nearly 4 Years
Toronto’s rental market is continuing to cool, with new data showing prices have dropped to their lowest level in years. According to a new report from Rentals.ca and Urbanation, average asking rents in Toronto have fallen to their lowest level since May 2022, marking a 46-month low. Rents Continue to Decline Across Toronto The latest…
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Ontario Mortgage Violations Are Up 50% – Here’s What That Means for Buyers
Ontario’s mortgage industry is facing increased scrutiny, with new data showing a sharp rise in violations and enforcement actions. A new report from Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario reveals that mortgage-related violations are up 50% year-over-year, as regulators crack down on questionable practices across the industry. Mortgage Industry Under the Microscope According to the…
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B.C.’s Housing Market Among Weakest in Canada as Sales and Demand Decline
British Columbia’s housing market is showing significant signs of weakness in 2026, with new data pointing to declining sales, falling demand, and ongoing affordability challenges. A recent outlook from TD Economics has identified B.C. as one of the weakest housing markets in the country, alongside Ontario. Sales Activity Remains Well Below Normal Market activity has…
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More Than Half of Canadians Say They’re Not Living in Their Ideal Home, New Report Finds
A new report suggests a growing gap between what Canadians want in a home and what they can actually afford. According to a recent study from Century 21 Canada, more than half of Canadians say they are not living in their ideal home, with affordability emerging as the biggest barrier preventing people from upgrading or…
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Rents Are Falling Across Canada – Except in These Provinces
Canada’s rental market is cooling overall, but new data shows the trend isn’t the same everywhere. While rents are declining across most of the country, a handful of provinces are still seeing prices rise, highlighting a growing regional divide in Canada’s housing market. According to the latest report from Rentals.ca and Urbanation, average asking rents…
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Ontario New-Home Sales Surge After HST Rebate – But Is This a Real Recovery?
Ontario’s new-home market is suddenly seeing a surge in activity – at least according to recent headlines. Following the rollout of the province’s HST rebate on new construction, reports suggest buyers are jumping back into the market, with developers pointing to renewed momentum across multiple communities. But is this actually a turning point for the…
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Rent Prices in Canada Just Hit a 3-Year Low – Here’s What’s Happening
Canada’s rental market is showing a major shift, with new data revealing that asking rents have dropped to their lowest level in nearly three years. According to a new report from Rentals.ca and Urbanation, the average asking rent in Canada fell to $2,008 in March, marking a 35-month low. Rent Prices Continue to Decline Nationwide…
