When it comes to tackling the housing supply and affordability crisis, we seem to take one step forward and then two back. Let me explain. While senior..
Month: May 2025
Atlantic Canada’s Housing Market Balances Growth and Supply Pressures: Q1 2024 – Q1 2025 Market Overview
Between the first quarter of 2024 and the same period in 2025, Atlantic Canada’s housing market faced fluctuating sales and evolving supply conditions. A significant upswing in..
Canada’s Cities on the Rise: What Are The Fastest-Growing Cities?
Canada’s urban population is expanding along two distinct but equally important lines: total population gain and relative growth rate. Toronto leads the country in absolute numbers, adding..
Ontario Housing Market Shifts to Buyer’s Market: Q1 2024 to Q1 2025 Quarterly Market Update
Over the past five quarters, there has been a shift toward buyer’s market conditions. While population growth remained positive, it moderated toward the end of the period…
REITs vs. Direct Real Estate Ownership: What Are The Differences?
Real estate remains a cornerstone of many investment portfolios, offering both dependable income and the potential for long-term appreciation. Investors seeking exposure have various options, although many..
Quebec’s Housing Market Recalibrates Following a Strong 2024: Q1 2025 Market Update
Between Q1 2024 and Q1 2025, Quebec’s housing market moved from robust growth into a period of moderation. Strong quarterly gains in home sales, most notably a..
Garden 11 Offers Low-Carbon, Luxury Living in East Vancouver’s Grandview-Woodlands
Set for occupancy in March 2026, Garden 11, in East Vancouver’s Grandview-Woodlands neighbourhood, presents a collection of thoughtfully designed homes that embrace nature without sacrificing modern convenience…
From Sustained Momentum to Constrained Supply – Manitoba’s Residential Market from Q1 2024 to Q1 2025
Manitoba’s housing market remained in seller-favourable territory from the start of 2024, up to the first quarter of 2025. Strong year-over-year sales gains, persistently low inventory, and..
The Rebecca: Contemporary Parkfront Condominiums in Hamilton’s Core
The Rebecca, by Rosehaven Homes, is set to welcome residents in March 2028. Located at Wilson St & John St N in downtown Hamilton, it overlooks John..
Weighing Risks and Rewards in Competitive and Challenging Markets
In the current challenging market, investors must carefully consider both potential rewards and the risks involved. Many factors affect outcomes, from broader economic conditions to the specific..