Purchasing both sides of a duplex can be an excellent strategy for Canadians looking to enter the real estate market while building long-term wealth. This approach offers..
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Balancing Profit and Social Impact: Using MLI Select to Invest in Affordable Housing
Investing in affordable and sustainable housing has often been seen as a compromise between social impact and financial return. However, the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation’s (CMHC)..
Condominiums and Canada’s 2024 Rental Market
The latest Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) Rental Market Report, released in December, sheds light on various shifts in Canada’s rental landscape, including the critical role..
Canada Sees Record Growth in Rental Supply, Led by Montréal and Calgary
In 2024, Canada’s purpose-built rental market experienced its highest annual supply growth in over three decades. The sector grew by 4.1%, reflecting efforts to respond to sustained..
Vancouver Housing Market Update: Sales Ease, Prices Hold Steady
In November, Vancouver’s housing market experienced slowing sales activity after a surge in October, high inventory levels, and stabilizing prices showing signs of stabilization. Sales After a..
Toronto Market Update: November Sales, Prices, and Inventory
November saw Toronto’s housing market regain some momentum, with sales improving, but with some complexities. Home Sales Show Gains Seasonally adjusted home sales in Toronto rose by..
From First Home to Financial Freedom
For many Canadians, purchasing their first home is a significant milestone and a cornerstone of financial stability. However, with careful planning and strategic decision-making, this milestone can..
Prince Edward Island Receives $2.4 Million to Strengthen Energy-Efficient Building Codes
Prince Edward Island (PEI) has secured $2.4 million in federal funding through Natural Resources Canada’s Codes Acceleration Fund to adopt more energy-efficient building standards. This initiative will..
Rising Tax Burden on New Homes Is Killing the Market
If you’re looking to buy a new home in Ontario, the financials are getting tougher – not easier. That’s our take on findings in a new report..
Manitoba Real Estate Market Update – December 2024
The Manitoba real estate market experienced notable activity in November 2024, with increasing sales, declining inventories, and rising prices shaping the landscape. Total Residential Market Sales The..