Tag: investing
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70% of GTA Homes Sold Below Asking Price in June, Report Shows
The summer real estate season kicked off on a cooler note in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), with the majority of homes selling for less than the listed price, according to new data from Canadian real estate platform Wahi. In June 2025, 71% of all GTA home sales were below asking price. And in a…
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Ontario Listings of the Week- Weds, July 16, 2025
Welcome to our weekly roundup of Ontario’s top listings! Every week, we feature the best properties across the province, from cozy condos in the city to multi-million dollar mansions with the backyard of your dreams. See below to discover your future home or browse to stay on top of the current market. Here are the…
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Ontario’s Most Expensive Neighborhoods: Where the Elite Reside
Ontario is home to some of the most expensive neighborhoods in Canada, attracting wealthy individuals and families from around the world. These neighborhoods offer luxurious homes, top-rated schools, and exclusive amenities that cater to the elite. If you’re looking for a high-end lifestyle, here are Ontario’s most expensive neighborhoods to consider: Forest Hill, Toronto Forest…
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The New First-Time Buyer Incentives in Canada in 2025 (And What They Really Mean)
Buying your first home in Canada just got a little easier. In 2025, the federal and some provincial governments are rolling out new and improved incentives to help first-time buyers overcome today’s biggest challenges: saving for a down payment, affording monthly mortgage payments, and competing in high-cost markets. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by real estate…
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Ontario Listings of the Week- Friday, July 4, 2025
Welcome to our weekly roundup of Ontario’s top listings! Every week, we feature the best properties across the province, from cozy condos in the city to multi-million dollar mansions with the backyard of your dreams. See below to discover your future home or browse to stay on top of the current market. Here are the…
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Alberta Tax Savings to Start in July 2025 Under New Income Bracket Shift
Starting next month, around two million Albertans will begin to see the effects of a new personal income tax system that the Alberta government says will help families better manage rising living costs. The new tax structure includes the introduction of an 8% tax bracket on the first $60,000 of income, which will not only…
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40% of Canadian Renters Are Cutting Back on Food to Afford Rent
A growing affordability crisis is forcing nearly half of Canadian renters to make heartbreaking trade-offs just to stay housed. According to the Royal LePage 2025 Canadian Renters Report, 39% of Ontario renters are now reducing their spending on food and groceries to make ends meet. The poll, conducted by Burson earlier this month, surveyed 1,854…
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One-Third of Canadian Renters Say They Don’t Plan to Buy a Home
As affordability trends begin to shift slightly in Canada’s housing market, a significant number of renters remain hesitant, or straight up uninterested, in making the leap to homeownership. According to Royal LePage’s 2025 Canadian Renters Report, approximately one-third of renters across the country have no plans to purchase a home. While falling rents and softer…
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Canadians Now Owe $1.85 for Every $1 They Earn
Feeling like your paycheck disappears the second it hits your account? You’re not alone. According to new data from Statistics Canada, Canadians now owe $1.85 in debt for every $1 of disposable income. That number reflects how fast household debt is rising across the country compared to how slowly incomes are growing. Debt Growth Is…
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Edmonton Home Prices Are Up $80K in Just Two Years
Over the past two years, Edmonton’s housing market has seen a dramatic increase in home prices—rising by nearly $80,000. While other major Canadian cities continue to struggle with affordability, Edmonton is quickly becoming one of the most talked-about real estate markets in the country. 📈 How Much Have Edmonton Home Prices Gone Up? In May…
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