Across Canada, a variety of federal and provincial initiatives help homeowners and developers lower the upfront costs of energy‑efficiency upgrades. By combining interest‑free loans, premium refunds, repayable..
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Yukon’s Short-Term Rental Market: Tourism Recovery Driving Accommodation Demand Amidst Potential Impacts from Proposed Regulatory Changes
Tourism in the Yukon has recovered strongly in recent years, helping to drive demand for accommodations of all kinds. In 2024, an estimated 596,100 people visited or..
Next‑Gen Sustainable Technologies Shaping Pre‑Construction: Spotlight on Canadian Developers Embracing Them
Homebuyers and investors have increasing opportunities to choose new properties that integrate advanced green technologies, ranging from renewable energy systems and high‑performance building envelopes to water‑saving strategies..
CMHC Releases 2025 Mortgage Consumer Survey: Key Trends in Canada’s Housing Market
The Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) has published its 2025 Mortgage Consumer Survey (MCS), shedding light on how Canadians navigate the increasingly complex housing and mortgage..
Diversifying Real Estate Portfolios: Balancing Commercial and Residential Assets
Canada’s real estate market has long been a cornerstone of wealth accumulation and portfolio diversification. In the evolving landscape, investors may be increasingly interested in a dual..
What the 2025 Ontario Budget Could Mean for Kitchener Real Estate
The 2025 Ontario Budget (“A Plan to Protect Ontario”) has been announced, and promises to dedicate historic funding levels to accelerate municipal infrastructure that enables housing growth,..
How Passive Real Estate Investing Can Build Wealth Without the Hassle
Real estate has traditionally been a cornerstone of wealth-building strategies; however, it was also typically limited to those with a deep understanding of market dynamics and the..
Q2 2025 BC Housing Market Forecast: Sales Expected to Dip in 2025 Before a Rebound in 2026
The BCREA is projecting that MLS® residential sales in British Columbia will decline by 1.1% in 2025. It further indicates that this anticipated slowdown stems from buyers..
Key Considerations for Financing Multifamily Investments in Canada
Canada’s multifamily sector continues to draw attention from beginning real estate investors thanks to its blend of income stability and long‑term growth potential. Despite a modest uptick..
Toronto’s Updated Heating and Cooling Bylaws: What Property Owners and Landlords Need to Know
As of April 30, 2025, Toronto’s Property Standards Bylaw has been amended to tighten indoor comfort requirements for rental units. Landlords must now maintain a minimum indoor..