Ontario’s Winter Vacation Homes Set to Soar
The median price for Canadian vacation properties is projected to rise 7%. Canada's winter vacation properties may reach a median price of $1,019,960.
Ontario’s 2031 Housing Question: A Missed Target?
Ontario’s housing goal faces challenges: The province is unlikely to meet its target of 1.5M homes by 2031. Major barriers to construction: Rising costs, high interest rates, taxes, and bureaucratic…
Top Tips for Renting Toronto Apartments
Spend no more than 30% of income, considering rent and additional expenses. Research neighbourhoods for desired atmosphere and proximity to work, schools, and transportation.
Toronto Home Sales Heat Up: 2% Rise in Mid-Q4
Toronto home sales rose 1.9% in November, driven by lower mortgage rates. There were 6,450 home transactions last month, marking the fourth consecutive month of sales growth.
Ultimate Estate Planning Checklist for Ontario Residents
Create a detailed asset inventory, including property, bank accounts, investments, and digital assets for your estate.Create a will to determine asset distribution; appoint an executor, beneficiaries, and a guardian for…
45- and 48-storey towers planned for Brampton neighbourhood
Two residential towers, 45 and 48 storeys high, are proposed for downtown Brampton, located at Mill Street North and Nelson Street West. The project aims to add 915 residential units,…
Is the GTA Housing Market on the Rise Again? A Surprising Turn!
The Greater Toronto Area (GTA) housing market saw a 2.6% increase in home sales in 2024, totaling approximately 67,610, alongside a 16.4% rise in new listings to 166,121. This surge…
Changes to building permit rules have been extended in Brampton
Changes to the Ontario Building Code have been implemented, allowing builders, designers, and homeowners in Brampton to apply under the old code until March 31, 2025. The new standards aim…
GTA Neighbourhoods’ Housing Performance in Mid-Q4
York saw a price drop, down 3 per cent to just under $1.22-million, coupled with a 1 per cent decline in sale to 11,457. Durham posted a 3 per cent…
Lowered Projections Signal Ontario Housing Struggles
Ontario lowers new housing projections for coming years, missing its 1.5M home target. 2024’s target of 125K homes has been reduced to 81,300 due to economic factors.