A new CMHC research paper, Understanding Filtering: A Long-Term Strategy to New Supply and Housing Affordability, released in June, provides insights into how “filtering” can improve housing..
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Brandon: Next Municipality to Benefit from Housing Accelerator Fund Grant
On July 2, 2024, to address housing concerns, the Government of Canada and the City of Brandon, Manitoba reached an agreement under the Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF)..
Canadian Secondary Suite Incentive Programs
Various levels of government have implemented secondary suite incentive programs to increase the supply of affordable rental housing. These initiatives are aimed at encouraging homeowners to convert..
Playbook Senior Economist Forecast
The recent decrease in interest rates by the Bank of Canada by 25 basis points was anticipated by the market and is expected to provide the necessary..
BC Landlord andTenant Protection Legislation Changes: Residential Tenancy and Manufactured Home Park Tenancy Acts
The British Columbia government is undertaking significant legislative amendments to bolster protections for renters and landlords in the province. It aims to support tenants dealing with unjustified..
Bank of Canada: More Rate Cuts Expected Despite Weak Currency
Recent market expectations have significantly shifted towards anticipating greater cuts by the Bank of Canada (BoC). Earlier this year, markets were projecting only a 0.25% reduction in..
Why Grande Prairie? An Investment Opportunity You Can’t Miss
Investing in Grande Prairie real estate offers significant advantages. With its thriving economy, steady job growth, picturesque surroundings, and affordable real estate, the city appeals to residents,..
Debt Dynamics and Financial Stability in Canada: Household Debt Service Ratio Trends
Mortgage trends and other household debts continue to raise concerns. According to an Edge Realty Analytics June 2024 report, first-quarter decreases in Canada’s household debt service ratio..
Geographic Diversification in Mortgage Investing: Maximizing Your Returns
In recent years, mortgage investing has emerged as a lucrative avenue for those seeking steady, long-term income. As a mortgage investor, you become the lender, collecting monthly..
Household Net Worth and Real Estate Market Trends
According to a June Edge Realty Analytics report, while the Canadian household net worth rose in the first quarter of 2024, the positive trend was tempered by..