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Toronto: Top Choice for Buying in Canada | Watch Today’s Real Estate Updates & Tips
Toronto is Canada’s largest city, with a metro population over 6M, and is often compared to New York for its walkable downtown and multicultural energy. It serves as the country’s economic and trading hub, offering abundant career opportunities. The avg home price is around $1.1M, with a mix of Victorian, Edwardian, and modern homes. Notable…
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Opportunities Emerge as GTA, GGH Home Market Evolves
Housing starts in the Greater Toronto Area and Greater Golden Horseshoe dropped 34% in early 2025, with condo starts plunging 51%, while purpose-built rental starts rose 42%. Residential construction job losses are mounting, with 35,377 fewer person-years of employment. High taxes, making up 36% of new home costs, are a major factor. The struggling market…
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GTA Housing Market Offers More Opportunities for Buyers
Toronto's housing market correction deepens as November sales dropped over 15% year-over-year, hitting near-record lows, while inventory reached a decade high. Detached homes saw the largest price declines, down 8%, whereas downtown condos showed price stability with only a 1.7% drop. Rising estate-related listings reflect structural supply growth. Market activity slows with longer days on…
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York Region Housing Market Poised for Growth in 2026 | Watch Today’s Real Estate Updates & Tips
York Region home prices are forecasted to rise 4% in 2026. Sales activity is projected to increase 5% across the region in 2026. The region is expected to move from a buyers’ market toward balanced conditions in 2026. Single-family homes will see the strongest demand due to limited inventory and growing families. More first-time buyers…
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CREA Predicts Canadian Housing Rebound by 2026 | Watch Today’s Real Estate Updates & Tips
2025 to soften slightly with sales down 1.1% and prices dipping 1.4%, mainly due to slowdowns in B.C. and Ontario. Many regions will still see 4–8% price gains in 2025, reflecting strong local demand outside the most expensive provinces. 2026 to rebound sharply: national sales forecast to rise 7.7% and prices 3.2%, reaching about $698K.…
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How To Get A Mortgage With Low Income In Ontario
If you're looking to secure a mortgage in Ontario with a low income, it's essential to prepare your application paperwork, including identification, income statements, and bank account details. Consider alternative mortgage solutions from high-risk lenders who are more lenient. Create a budget to understand your financial situation and start a savings plan for mortgage payments…
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Everyone’s Stuck in Toronto… but You Might Still Snag a Deal | Watch Today’s Real Estate Updates & Tips
Everyone else stuck in Toronto — buyers suddenly hold unexpected negotiating power right now. Inventory exploded to 21,241 units — that’s a record 23.5-month supply; builders are pausing. Sellers lowering asking prices; MLS HPI slipped about 5% year-over-year. Weird split: condo prices up ~2.5% while single-family values dropped ~7.4% Practical moves: low offers, inspections, builder…
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Ontario Housing Market | 2025 Home Prices
Ontario's housing market in October 2025 saw average home prices decline by 6.3% year-over-year to $777,800, with single-family homes, townhouses, and condos all experiencing price drops. Sales fell 5.7% amid record new listings, increasing inventory and balancing the market. Average rent decreased by 2.2%. Regional variations showed stronger markets in Eastern and Northern Ontario, while…
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MPAC issues over 19,000 property assessment notices to property owners in Windsor-Essex
The Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) has started sending 618,360 property assessment notices, including 19,300 in Windsor-Essex, mainly due to ownership changes. Assessments reflect property values as of January 1, 2016, for the 2026 tax year. Property owners can request reconsideration of their assessment by March 31, 2026, if they disagree with the valuation. Continue…
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Ontario Launches Full C$80,000 HST Rebate for First-Time Homebuyers on Homes Up to $1 Million
Ontario has introduced a full C$80,000 HST rebate for first-time homebuyers purchasing newly built homes up to $1 million. This initiative aims to improve affordability by reducing upfront costs, helping buyers allocate funds toward down payments and mortgage stability. The rebate supports long-term homeownership and complements other federal and provincial programs, encouraging greater participation in…