Tag: real estate
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Canada’s New Mortgage Reforms Take Effect December 15 and Here’s Everything Homebuyers Need To Know
The Canadian government is introducing major mortgage changes that will take effect on December 15, 2024. These reforms are being called the “boldest in decades” and are designed to tackle the country’s housing affordability issues, especially in expensive cities like Toronto and Vancouver. Key Changes Starting December 15 Raising the CMHC Insured Mortgage Cap The…
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Canada Allocates $50 Million to Crack Down on Airbnbs and Short-Term Rentals
The Canadian government is taking significant steps to address the housing crisis by investing $50 million in the Short-Term Rental Enforcement Fund. With approximately 235,000 short-term rental units, including Airbnbs and Vrbos, operating across the country, this initiative aims to bring non-compliant properties back into the long-term housing market. The Goals of the Short-Term Rental…
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Toronto Proposes Down Payment Assistance for High Earners in the 80th Income Percentile
Toronto is considering a new housing initiative that could help higher-income earners in the 80th percentile of incomes buy homes by providing down payment assistance. This program aims to make homeownership more attainable for residents who earn between $125,000 and $150,000 annually but still struggle to afford homes in the city’s competitive market. If implemented,…
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Investors Account for 25% of B.C. Homebuyers: A New StatsCan Analysis
Real estate investors made up approximately one-quarter of homebuyers in British Columbia between 2018 and 2020, according to a newly released analysis by Statistics Canada. This data highlights the significant role investors play in B.C.’s real estate market, particularly in major metropolitan areas like Vancouver, Kelowna, and Victoria. Key Insights from the Statistics Canada Report…
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Here’s What $1M Homes Look Like Across Canada
Although $1 million may fall below the average home price in major Canadian real estate markets such as Toronto and Vancouver, this budget can offer an exceptional range of properties in many other cities across the country. From coast to coast, a $1 million budget can provide access to a diverse selection of properties, such…
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Here’s the Income Bracket You Need to Afford a Home in Major Canadian Cities
Canada’s housing market is one of the priciest in the world, leaving many wondering: How much do I need to earn to afford a home in cities like Toronto, Vancouver, or Calgary? The good news? Dropping mortgage rates, higher inventory, and flexible sellers are making homes slightly more accessible. The bad news? Prices in most…
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How Much You Need to Earn to Afford Rent in Toronto vs. GTA Suburbs Right Now
If you’re planning to move to Toronto or the surrounding suburbs, understanding rental costs is crucial. The November 2024 rent report by liv.rent shows interesting trends, including a drop in Downtown Toronto rent prices for the fifth consecutive month. Surprisingly, Markham has overtaken Toronto as the most expensive spot for rent in the GTA. Highlights…
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88% of Canadian Renters Say Owning a Home is an “Unreachable Luxury”
Canada’s housing crisis is impacting lives across the nation, whether you rent or own a home. What was once a standard aspiration—owning a home—now feels like an unattainable luxury for most Canadians. From skyrocketing rents to increasing reliance on food banks, the effects of the cost-of-living crisis are felt deeply. Households are grappling with record…
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Canadian Rents Fall for the First Time in Over Two Years
For the first time since July 2021, Canadian rental prices have experienced a year-over-year decline. The October 2024 Rentals.ca Rent Report shows a 1.2% annual drop in average asking rents across Canada, with the national average now sitting at $2,152. The decline signals a potential shift in Canada’s rental market dynamics, especially in previously high-demand…
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Toronto Home Sales Jump 44% in October as Rate Cuts Draw Buyers Back to the Market
Toronto’s real estate market saw a major upswing in October, with home sales in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) surging 44.4% year-over-year, according to the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board (TRREB). Industry experts say recent rate cuts by the Bank of Canada have boosted affordability and spurred buyers to return to the market, especially as…
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