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GTA Late-Summer: Listings up, Prices Pressure Down | Watch Today’s Real Estate Updates & Tips
Slide 1: GTA home sales rose 2.3% YoY in August, signaling active market opportunities. Slide 2 – New listings increased nearly 10%, easing pricing pressure and giving buyers more options. Slide 3 – Negotiation Power Higher inventory and slight price adjustments let buyers negotiate better deals. Slide 4 – Moderated interest rates encourage buyers to…
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Why Now Might Be Your Toronto Condo Buying Moment | Watch Today’s Real Estate Updates & Tips
Slide 1: Market Shift Alert Toronto condos have shifted from bidding wars to a rare buyer-friendly market. Slide 2: Supply Surge New condo sales dropped 69% year-over-year, while inventory reached record highs. Slide 3: Buyer Advantage With abundant listings and eased interest rates, negotiation power is finally back. Slide 4: First-Time Buyer Opportunity Smaller condos…
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GTA Multifamily Market Poised for Continued Strength Through 2025 | Watch Today’s Real Estate Updates & Tips
Slide 1: GTA multifamily deals hit $2.4B in 2024; 2025 may match or surpass it. Slide 2: CBRE sold 13 buildings totaling 1,500 units for $370M, with $500M more pending. Slide 3: Q2 2025 saw $490M in sales, including a $132M Brampton 416-unit portfolio deal. Slide 4: Rents dipped due to new condos, but cap…
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Should Toronto Homeowners Sell Before They Buy? | Watch Today’s Real Estate Updates & Tips
Sellers can negotiate more effectively due to increased listings and lower prices. Choosing properties depends on location, schools, and specific housing preferences. Market conditions improved from April’s 28% sales-to-new-listings ratio to under 40%. Selling low-rise homes to move into high-rise condos offers strategic opportunities. Confidence is returning as past interest rate cuts attract more buyers.
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First-Time Buyers: Master Your Mortgage Journey | Watch Today’s Real Estate Updates & Tips
Start by getting pre-approved to show affordability—credit score >720 boosts your mortgage options significantly. Compare mortgage options, including government programs and incentives like $5K tax credit or $60K RRSP withdrawals.
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Bank of Canada Signals Housing Inflation Caution | Watch Today’s Real Estate Updates & Tips
Slide 1 🏦 BoC signals housing demand now directly affects inflation decisions. Slide 2 📉 BoC stresses 2% inflation target; housing now central to monetary policy decisions. Slide 3 ⚖️ Monetary policy shapes demand, while housing supply remains government’s responsibility. Slide 4 📈 Past rate cuts drove a 40% national housing surge. Slide 5 🔍…
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Will the Bank of Canada’s new interest rate cut help GTA renters?
The Bank of Canada’s recent interest rate cut to 2.5% may ease financial pressure on GTA renters facing high rents and stagnant wages. Rent-to-income ratios have risen, with many renters struggling to afford monthly payments amid growing debt. Lower rates could reduce interest costs on debts, helping renters and landlords. However, rising payment delinquencies highlight…
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How to Use Home Equity for Real Estate Investment | Watch Today’s Real Estate Updates & Tips
Home equity loans (HELs) offer fixed rates and payments, but your home is collateral. HELs can fund upgrades like ADUs, enabling rental income to offset mortgage payments. HELOCs provide flexible, revolving credit; rates float with interest rates, currently ~8-9%. Refinancing or second-position liens are alternatives, but risk foreclosure if you default. Selling your home can…
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Toronto 2026-2027: Slow Recovery, Strong Potential | Watch Today’s Real Estate Updates & Tips
Sales expected to increase as confidence returns and interest rates stabilize. Prices to rise slowly, driven by strong demand and limited new supply. Delayed condo projects may restart, especially near transit hubs. Rent growth continues, but at a slower pace due to increased completions. Foreign investor interest likely to return as market stabilizes.
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Buying a New Home in Ontario? Don’t Skip This Step | Watch Today’s Real Estate Updates & Tips
Check builder licensing first using the Ontario Builder Directory before buying any new home. HCRA-licensed builders meet ethical, competence, and financial standards for safe, reliable construction. Licensed builders enroll homes in Ontario’s new home warranty program, providing protection up to seven years. Unlicensed builders pose risks like poor construction, legal issues, and limited recourse for…