Tag: real estate
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Why Alberta Is Still Canada’s Top Migration Magnet Heading Into 2026
Despite higher interest rates and a slower national housing market, Canadians are still moving to Alberta in large numbers heading into 2026. For buyers and renters priced out of Ontario and British Columbia, Alberta continues to stand out as one of the few provinces offering a rare mix of affordability, job opportunities, and lifestyle. This…
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The 2026 Inflation Reality: Food Prices Are Rising Again – What That Means for Housing Affordability
Inflation may be cooling on paper, but for many Canadians, the cost of living is rising again where it hurts most – food, rent, and housing costs. As Canada heads into 2026, new forecasts show food prices increasing once again, adding pressure to households already stretched by high rents and elevated mortgage payments. While inflation…
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P.E.I.’s Market Is “Balancing” – So Why Do Locals Still Feel Priced Out?
Prince Edward Island’s housing market is showing signs of cooling, but for many Islanders, affordability remains out of reach. New data from the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) and the P.E.I. Real Estate Association suggests the market is becoming more balanced, with slower sales and more inventory available. At the same time, home prices remain…
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99% of Calgary Neighbourhoods Are Selling Below Asking (What It Means for Buyers)
Calgary’s housing market has shifted over the past year, and new data suggests most neighbourhoods are no longer seeing the over-asking frenzy buyers got used to. According to a recent analysis from Wahi, 99% of Calgary neighbourhoods with five or more sales in Q3 2025 saw homes sell below list price, a clear sign that…
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Top 5 GTA Suburbs Where Renters Are Becoming Buyers
As Toronto renters look for affordability, more are buying homes in GTA suburbs like Oshawa, Milton, and Ajax. Here are the top 5 suburbs where renters are turning into homeowners.
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Rentals.ca Just Dropped Their December 2025 Rent Report – Here’s What You Need To Know
Rentals.ca and Urbanation have released their December 2025 national rent report, and the numbers point to a cooling rental market across much of Canada. From declining average rents to shifting demand and big differences across provinces, here’s a breakdown of the key trends renters and investors should be watching. National Overview Rents Fall to Lowest…
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How Much Do You Need to Earn to Afford a Home in Toronto vs Halifax vs Calgary?
The question of housing affordability is on every Canadian’s mind. Whether you’re considering a move across the country or wondering how your city stacks up, income requirements vary drastically depending on the housing market. Let’s break down how much you’d need to earn to afford an average home in Toronto, Halifax, and Calgary. Toronto: Canada’s…
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Calgary Housing Market Report December 2025
The Calgary housing market continued to shift toward balanced conditions in November 2025, with rising inventory, softening sales, and moderating price growth across most property types. According to new data from WOWA, Calgary remains more stable than other major Canadian markets, even as affordability challenges and economic uncertainty shape buyer demand. Inventory Climbs 28 Percent…
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Canadians Would Pay 75% More Interest With 40-Year Mortgages, Says PBO
Canada is once again debating longer mortgage amortizations as a way to fix housing affordability. But a new analysis from the Parliamentary Budget Officer (PBO) warns the idea may create more problems than it solves. While a 40-year mortgage lowers monthly payments, borrowers end up paying 75% more interest over the life of the loan. The report…
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Vancouver’s First-Time Homebuyer Age Has Exploded to 46 in 2025
New data shows first-time buyers in Vancouver are no longer in their 20s or early 30s, most are getting keys in their mid-40s. First-Time Buyer Ages: The New Reality According to a 2025 global affordability study by Bloom Holding, first-time homebuyers in Vancouver, BC now typically buy their first home around age 46, far older…
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