Tag: real estate
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Edmonton vs. Calgary: Where Should You Buy in 2025?
If you’re considering a move to Alberta or thinking about real estate investing, the big question is often: Edmonton or Calgary? Both cities offer excellent value, thanks to no land transfer tax, no provincial sales tax, and healthy rental demand, but they are very different markets. Here’s your 2025 breakdown on what each city offers.…
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The Hidden Costs First-Time Buyers Always Forget (But Really Shouldn’t)
If you’re buying your first home in Ontario, don’t get blindsided by these surprise expenses. Buying your first home is one of the most exciting milestones in your life – but it’s also one of the most expensive. While most first-time buyers focus on saving for the down payment, there are several hidden costs that…
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Vancouver Housing Market Update – August 2025
After years of skyrocketing prices and tight competition, the Vancouver housing market is continuing to cool as of August 2025. Buyer activity has slowed, listings are climbing, and prices are beginning to soften, especially in the detached and luxury segments. While Vancouver still holds the title for some of the highest home prices in Canada,…
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Calgary Housing Market Update – August 2025
Calgary continues to dominate headlines as one of Canada’s strongest and fastest-growing housing markets. As affordability challenges weigh down Toronto and Vancouver, more Canadians are heading west, and they’re finding value, jobs, and lifestyle in Calgary. 📊 Calgary Home Prices – July 2025 According to the Calgary Real Estate Board (CREB), Calgary’s composite benchmark price…
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Edmonton Real Estate Market Update – August 2025
The Edmonton housing market continues to stand out as one of the most stable and affordable major cities in Canada. While markets like Toronto and Vancouver are cooling or correcting, Edmonton offers a refreshing combination of value, livability, and long-term growth potential. 📊 Home Prices – July 2025 According to the Realtors Association of Edmonton…
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East Coast Real Estate Market Update – August 2025
Atlantic Canada Remains One of the Country’s Most Resilient Housing Markets While much of Canada faces slower sales and cooling prices, the East Coast real estate market continues to hold strong as of August 2025. Driven by affordability, interprovincial migration, and lifestyle appeal, key cities like Halifax, Moncton, Charlottetown, and St. John’s are still seeing…
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Toronto Housing Market Update – August 2025
Toronto remains one of the most competitive and expensive real estate markets in Canada, but it’s currently in a cooling phase. Home prices are experiencing modest year-over-year declines, especially in the detached segment, while condos and townhomes remain relatively stable thanks to investor interest and affordability compared to low-rise housing. Here’s where the market stands…
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2025 Ontario Property Tax Rates by City: What Homeowners Need to Know
Property taxes in Ontario can vary significantly depending on where you live. Even with the same home value, someone in Toronto may pay thousands less than a homeowner in Windsor or Thunder Bay. Understanding your city’s tax rate helps you plan smarter, especially if you’re buying or budgeting in 2025. Example: Home assessed at $700,000…
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Home Prices Projected to Rise 63% by 2035: Why Canada Must Build 32,000 More Homes a Year
A 63% price jump in just over a decade? That’s the reality we’re staring down- unless we act fast. According to recent projections, Canadian home prices are on track to increase by 63% between 2024 and 2035, which breaks down to an average annual growth rate of 5%. To put that in perspective, that’s more…
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Ontario Listings of the Week- Weds, July 23, 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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