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Increasing valuations and surging rents had been the hallmarks of the Toronto real estate market, particularly for condominiums, in the years following the 2008-2009 Great Recession. The staggering demand for dense downtown housing, as well as investor speculation and short-term…

For those transacting in the Ontario real estate market right now, you may be wondering what’s allowed and more importantly, what’s not allowed, under the new “stay-at-home” order that took effect this morning. To help clarify things from a real…

Every homeowner’s dream is to conceal the grey and lifeless winter landscape and transform their property into a scene out of a Hallmark Christmas card; a warm and inviting abode that combines chic with cozy charm! Well, take it from…

Was there any city in the province of Ontario and the broader Canadian real estate market that endured substantial setbacks in 2020? Aside from the two-month slump early on in the COVID-19 pandemic, most places recorded noteworthy gains that could…

Are you in the market to purchase a home in Canada? This will be the biggest buying decision you will make in your lifetime, and not something to be cavalier about. Make sure to equip yourself with the knowledge, resources…

The British Columbia real estate market has had its ups and downs this year, much like every other major housing market in the country. For the most part, however, the province’s housing sector has been resilient throughout the entire coronavirus pandemic, thanks…

Is there any region in the Ontario real estate market that is experiencing weakness? It would be hard to find a city or a regional municipality whose housing sector is on hard times right now. Despite a significant economic downturn and a…

Opinions are split as to whether buying and selling a home in the winter is the best time or not. In the post-coronavirus world, plenty of conventions and traditions have been turned upside down. Deciding if you should erect a…

Condo vs apartment – both have generated lots of buzz in 2020. Depending on the region, the condo market is enduring a sharp downturn, with sales activity and prices down compared to a year ago. Apartments – and the overall…

Canadian real estate surprised everyone in 2020. While the markets closed the year with red-hot, record-breaking activity, the year brought much uncertainty, financial upheaval, renewed forecasts of a bursting housing bubble, and other news that will likely continue to impact…