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Building construction costs rose in Q4 2025 but at a slower pace than Q3. Residential costs increased 0.4% quarterly and 3.0% year-over-year, while non-residential costs rose 0.5% quarterly and 4.1% annually. Price pressures eased due to fewer residential starts but remained high from material costs and labor shortages. Québec saw the largest residential cost rise;…

Alberta home sales are expected to rise nearly 6% in 2026 after an 8% drop in 2025, with prices gaining about 4%, slightly higher than last year. Nationally, home prices are forecast to increase 4% and sales by 9%. Ontario and British Columbia will see sales rise 13% and 15%, respectively, with modest price gains.…

Purchasing a home or cottage in Muskoka or Parry Sound requires understanding the local real estate market due to high demand and varying prices. Key strategies include setting a realistic budget, making a substantial down payment, and using high-interest savings accounts. Exploring government programs, securing mortgage pre-approval, and managing debt are important for financial readiness.…

Canada's real estate market presents challenges for first-time home buyers due to limited supply, strict mortgage guidelines, and high prices. Government programs like the Home Buyers’ Plan, Home Buyers’ Tax Credit, and First Home Savings Account offer assistance. Buyers should evaluate their budget, understand local market conditions, and prepare for potential bidding wars. Mortgage pre-approval…

Canada’s 2026 housing market shows a slow thaw with more listings, buyers, and deals at defensible prices. Pent-up demand may boost activity if borrowing costs ease, especially in mid-priced suburban areas. Affordability and limited supply remain challenges. Buyers gain negotiation time but remain rate-sensitive. Renters face tight markets with slow rent growth in some areas.…

In 2025, GTA home sales fell 11.2% amid economic uncertainty, while new listings rose 10.1%, increasing buyer negotiating power and lowering prices. The average selling price dropped 4.7% to about $1.07 million, improving affordability. December sales declined 8.9%, with prices down 5.1%. Recovery depends on stable economic conditions and improved consumer confidence, with calls for…