Tag: real estate trends Canada
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The Great Canadian Shift Away From Big Cities Is Accelerating

Canada’s long-running shift toward big-city living appears to have hit a turning point. New population estimates from Statistics Canada (StatCan) show urbanization stalled in 2025 for the first time in decades, as both residents and newcomers increasingly bypass the country’s largest and most expensive metropolitan areas. The data suggests the migration toward smaller cities, towns,…
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Canadian Home Sales Rise Again in October as Market Momentum Builds: CREA November 2025 Report

Canadian home sales edged up again in October 2025, marking six increases in the past seven months. Here’s what the latest CREA housing market report reveals about sales, prices, inventory, and what buyers and sellers can expect heading into 2026.
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House Rich, Cash Poor: Why So Many Canadians Are Stuck in Their Dream Home

Many Canadians are “house rich but cash poor” in 2025. Here’s why so many homeowners are struggling to afford everyday life despite sitting on hundreds of thousands in home equity.
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Canadian Home Sales Expected to Stay Weak Until Prices Drop, Says BMO

Canada’s housing market is unlikely to see a strong rebound anytime soon, according to a new report from BMO Capital Markets. The bank says the gap between what sellers expect and what buyers are willing to pay remains the biggest obstacle to higher sales. Until that gap closes, either through voluntary price reductions or more…