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2/7/2025 | Posted in Rental Market by Jonathan Bradshaw
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Rents in Canada continue to decline, marking the fourth straight month of decreases and the lowest national average in 18 months, according to the latest National Rent Report from ... More

2/5/2025 | Posted in GTA Real Estate by Jonathan Bradshaw
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The Toronto Regional Real Estate Board’s (TRREB) Market Outlook and Year in Review report reveals that a well-supplied housing market will keep average annual home price ... More

2/5/2025 | Posted in Canadian Economy and Housing Market by Jonathan Bradshaw
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Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. is forecasting a rebound in home sales and prices this year as homebuyers take advantage of improved borrowing conditions, but says its outlook ... More

2/4/2025 | Posted in Canadian Economy and Interest Rates by Jonathan Bradshaw
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Canada received a temporary reprieve from U.S. tariffs for at least 30 days, but if enacted, BMO warns the Bank of Canada may be forced to cut its policy rate to 1.50% by ... More

2/4/2025 | Posted in Canadian Economy and Interest Rates by Jonathan Bradshaw
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Tariffs are off the table for now – but both fixed and variable rates could still tumble ... More

2/3/2025 | Posted in Canadian Economy and Interest Rates by Jonathan Bradshaw
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Canada’s 5-year bond yield has fallen to its lowest level since June 2022, following fresh concerns over economic uncertainty and global trade tensions. ... More

2/3/2025 | Posted in Canadian Economy and Interest Rates by Jonathan Bradshaw
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Economists say central bank could make oversized inter-meeting reduction as Canadians come to terms with Trump's tariffs. ... More

1/29/2025 | Posted in Canadian Economy and Interest Rates by Jonathan Bradshaw
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The central bank said on Wednesday morning that it had trimmed the key rate by 25 basis points, a move that brings it to 3% but also marks a smaller reduction than its previous ... More

1/29/2025 | Posted in Canadian Economy and Interest Rates by Jonathan Bradshaw
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The Bank of Canada today reduced its target for the overnight rate to 3%, with the Bank Rate at 3.25% and the deposit rate at 2.95%. ... More

1/29/2025 | Posted in Commercial Real Estate by Jonathan Bradshaw
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Commercial real estate still faces headwinds after the Bank of Canada’s move to lower interest rates, according to some experts, with others expecting the move to spur ... More

1/25/2025 | Posted in Rental Market by Jonathan Bradshaw
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For Canadian renters, it may feel like the years since the COVID-19 pandemic have brought one hit after another. ... More

1/20/2025 | Posted in Canadian Economy and Interest Rates by Jonathan Bradshaw
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The Bank of Canada (BoC) is preparing to make its first key policy decision of the year on January 29, with Canadians eager to see whether the central bank will cut its overnight ... More

1/15/2025 | Posted in Canadian Housing Market by Jonathan Bradshaw
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With much of the early fall surge of supply having now been picked over, home sales activity recorded over Canadian MLS® Systems dipped in December 2024. ... More

1/15/2025 | Posted in Commercial Real Estate by Jonathan Bradshaw
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The Canadian commercial real estate market is heading into 2025 with cautious optimism following a year of interest rate relief, according to Avison Young’s latest Q4 2024 ... More

1/9/2025 | Posted in Toronto Real Estate by Jonathan Bradshaw
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This year could be the year Toronto takes the crown for the most expensive real estate market in the country. ... More

1/7/2025 | Posted in GTA Real Estate by Jonathan Bradshaw
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The Greater Toronto Area (GTA) housing market experienced a transitionary year in 2024. Annual sales were up slightly compared to 2023, and new listings were up significantly ... More

1/5/2025 | Posted in Financial Health by Jonathan Bradshaw
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As we step into a new year, it’s a great time to reassess your financial habits and ensure your credit profile is in top shape. ... More

1/3/2025 | Posted in Canadian Economy and Interest Rates by Jonathan Bradshaw
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Economists at Canada’s major banks don’t expect interest rates to move quite as dramatically in 2025 as they did in 2024, but they still see various sources of drama ... More

1/3/2025 | Posted in Canada Living by Jonathan Bradshaw
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Here's what the new tax brackets are going to be, plus how much you can contribute to a tax-free savings account and RRSP ... More

1/2/2025 | Posted in Canadian Housing Market by Jonathan Bradshaw
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It’s been a rough few years for Canadians looking to break into home ownership as unaffordability issues persist across the country. ... More

12/30/2024 | Posted in Canadian Housing Market Predictions by Jonathan Bradshaw
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As we reflect on 2024, it was a year of resilience and adjustment for Canada’s housing and mortgage market, marked by the Bank of Canada’s pivot to rate cuts after two ... More

12/30/2024 | Posted in Canadian Housing Market Predictions by Jonathan Bradshaw
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Heading into 2025, economists and real estate agents believe activity is poised to remain strong amid much lower borrowing costs and more favourable rules for buyers, despite an ... More

12/24/2024 | Posted in First Time Home Buyers by Jonathan Bradshaw
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Introduced in April 2023, the First Home Savings Account (FHSA) is a game-changer for Canadians looking to save for their first home, combining the best features of an RRSP and ... More

12/17/2024 | Posted in Mortgages and Real Estate by Jonathan Bradshaw
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It was billed as a potential looming crisis for Canada’s economy: the wave of mortgages coming up for renewal in 2025 and 2026 at significantly higher rates than those on ... More

12/16/2024 | Posted in Canadian Housing Market by Jonathan Bradshaw
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Home sales activity recorded over Canadian MLS® Systems rose again in November, building on October’s surprise jump. ... More

12/16/2024 | Posted in Mortgage News by Jonathan Bradshaw
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Sweeping changes to Canada’s mortgage system, announced in September by the federal government, officially took effect on Sunday. Brokers said the changes could open the ... More

12/11/2024 | Posted in Canadian Economy and Interest Rates by Jonathan Bradshaw
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Canada’s central bank has cut interest rates for the fifth consecutive time to 3.25 per cent as the country’s economy grows at a slower rate than projected. ... More

12/10/2024 | Posted in Rental Market by Jonathan Bradshaw
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Average asking rents were down 1.6% on an annual basis, marking the first year-over-year decline since the pandemic. ... More

12/5/2024 | Posted in Toronto Real Estate by Jonathan Bradshaw
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While the Greater Toronto Area is expected to see a bump in home prices in 2025, condo prices will not recover next year, according to a new report by Royal LePage. ... More

12/4/2024 | Posted in GTA Real Estate by Jonathan Bradshaw
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Greater Toronto Area (GTA) home sales increased strongly on a year-over-year basis in November 2024. Many buyers benefitted from more affordable market conditions brought about by ... More


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