Tag: ontario housing market
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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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Canada’s Spring Housing Market Is Off to a Slow Start in 2026 as Prices Stall
Canada’s housing market is showing signs of slowing again, with new data suggesting the spring season has started weaker than expected. Despite expectations for a rebound, early indicators point to a market that is stabilizing rather than accelerating, with price growth remaining limited and activity still subdued. Home Prices Are Showing Minimal Growth Recent data…
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Canadian Housing Starts Fall 6% in March, Missing Expectations
Canada’s housing supply outlook took another hit, with new data showing a decline in construction activity heading into the spring market. According to the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation, housing starts fell in March, raising concerns about whether supply can keep up with long-term demand. Housing Starts Decline in March The latest data shows that…
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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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92% of Toronto Homes Sold Below Asking in March
Toronto’s housing market is continuing to shift in a major way, with new data showing buyers now have significantly more negotiating power than in recent years. A report from Wahi found that 92% of homes across the Greater Toronto Area sold below asking price in March, marking the weakest level of buyer competition in at…
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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 Listings of the Week – March 23, 2026
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. $375,000 – 789 FIFTH STREET Renfrew 🛏️ Bedrooms: 3🛁 Bathrooms: 2🔗 MLS link $419,900 – 205 – 3 DAYSPRING CIRCLEBrampton (Goreway Drive Corridor) 🛏️ Bedrooms: 1 🛁 Bathrooms: 1🔗 MLS link $599,900 – 53 EAST 21ST StreetHamilton…
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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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