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Spring Retail Sales and Consumer Sentiment in Canada
In recent months, retail sales and consumer sentiment have shown fluctuations with mixed indications. March Decline in Retail Sales A May 2024 Edge Realty Analytics report indicated..

Royal LePage 2024 Canadian Renters Report: Key Insights and Regional Comparisons
The Royal LePage 2024 Canadian Renters Report, released this June, provides a comprehensive overview of the rental market across Canada, focusing on regional trends and the intentions..

Saskatchewan May 2024 Real Estate Market Update
Saskatchewan’s real estate market in May 2024 was characterized by strong sales, historically low inventory levels, and rising prices. Sales Saskatchewan recorded 1,841 sales in May, for..

May 2024 Newfoundland and Labrador Real Estate Market Update
In May 2024, Newfoundland and Labrador’s real estate market showed stronger sales and rising prices, but employment and consumer confidence levels posed some concern. Sales Activity Home..

Housing Inventory Surges in April
A May 2024 Edge Realty Analytics report has highlighted some concerns about inventory surges in Canada this April. The latest housing data reveals a notable surge in..

Mortgage Professionals Canada Survey: Mortgage Anxiety vs. Ownership Confidence
On June 11, 2024, Mortgage Professionals Canada (MPC) released the results of their Semi-Annual State of the Housing Market Report. This survey highlights growing anxiety among mortgage..

Mortgage Update: Mortgage growth ticks up
In March, residential mortgage debt in Canada increased by 0.3% compared to the previous month (when adjusted for seasonal variations). On a year-over-year basis, mortgage debt rose..

Maximizing Your Investment: Strategies for Multi-Unit Real Estate in Calgary
Investing in multi-unit real estate properties can be an excellent strategy for building wealth and achieving financial stability, but it requires careful consideration and well-informed decision-making. Calgary,..

Mortgage Update: OSFI’s Perspective on Key Mortgage Risks and Alternative Insights
The Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (OSFI) has recently published its Annual Risk Outlook for 2024, which included some noteworthy insights. OSFI projects that by..