Housing Vibe Shift Buyers Shouldn’t Ignore This Summer
Summer's vibe changed: buyers negotiate more while panic bidding keeps fading across many Canadian markets. Prices aren’t crashing, but they’re flattening after falling from 2022 peak levels. Waiting isn't always safer; CREA still forecasts Canada's average home price to rise 1.5% this year. This summer's real vibe? Preparation beats prediction when markets quietly shift before […]
Ontario Homes: Slightly More Affordable Now
Current assessment data pointed to slightly better affordability across Ontario, with 24% of homes below $500K provincewide in current valuations overall now. Nearly half of Ontario condos are now valued below $500K, making the condo segment a major reason affordability looked somewhat better provincewide. An expert said higher borrowing costs reduced demand across Ontario, helping […]
Toronto Affordability Improves as Condo Prices Fall
Toronto helped lead recent affordability improvement as weaker home prices eased buyer pressure, especially in condos, though the city still remained among Canada’s toughest markets. Sharply lower condo prices in Toronto rolled back much of the pandemic-era affordability damage, bringing condo values nearly back to their Late-Q4 2019 level. Even after that condo-driven relief, Toronto’s […]
Short-term rental seasonality: factors that affect your profits
Short-term rental success relies on understanding local seasonality, with peak times varying by location. High-seasonality markets offer higher but riskier profits, while low-seasonality markets provide steadier income. Hosts should adjust pricing, minimum stays, and guest targeting based on seasonal demand. Continue to full article
Lessons from the first half of the 2026 housing market
The housing market in early 2026 showed normalization rather than extremes, with inventory above pandemic lows but below pre-pandemic norms. Demand remained resilient despite higher mortgage rates. Market strength varied locally, with some Midwest and Northeast areas outperforming Sun Belt markets, which are returning to traditional conditions. Inventory growth slowed and new listings stayed below […]
Residential Buildings Market Forecast Points Higher Toward 2035, Driven by Urbanization and Green Retrofits
The global residential buildings market is projected to grow at a 3.2% CAGR through 2035, driven by urbanization, population growth, and rising middle classes in emerging economies. Mature markets focus on renovation, energy retrofits, and high-density projects. Key trends include modular construction, energy efficiency, and affordable housing. Risks involve high interest rates, labor shortages, material […]
Ontario’s Under-$500K Share Is Rising
Ontario homes below $500K now make up nearly 24% of the market, up from 17% in 2022, pointing to a market rebalancing. Even with that progress, Ontario stayed far from decade-ago affordability: homes below $500K were 67% then, while homes above $1M eased to ~25% today. Condo affordability shifted fastest: 46% of Ontario condos were […]
Under-$500K Homes Gain Share in Ontario
Homes valued under $500K now make up ~24% of Ontario's market, while properties above $1M account for about one-quarter of homes today. Condos drove much of that affordability shift, with ~46% of Ontario's condo segment valued under $500K in 2026, expanding lower-priced choices for buyers. Other home types stayed less accessible: just ~5% of townhouses, […]
GTA New-Home Buyers Gain Tax Relief
The tax rebate applies to new GTA homes priced up to $1M, with eligible purchases running April 1 through March 31, 2027. Eligible new-home buyers can save up to $130K, giving affordability-focused clients a clear reason to revisit single-family options across the GTA today. Real Estate professionals say the rebate is moving sidelined buyers, with […]
Summer Home Trends That Will Be Everywhere This Year, According to a New Yelp Report
Home design trends in 2026 emphasize comfort, charm, and individuality with rising interest in midimalism, grandmillennial style, and fashion-inspired accents like fringe and tassels. Color use is expanding to ceilings, doors, and exteriors, with increased painting projects. Window treatments, hobby spaces, elevated woodwork, and smarter storage with built-ins are also popular. Vintage restoration and mixing […]