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9/3/2026 | Posted in GTA Real Estate by Gur Sohi
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The number of homes available for sale in August 2026 was down noticeably compared to last year in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). Following this trend, home sales also edged ... More

A Noticeable Dip in GTA Home Sales and Listings, Pointing to Renewed Price Growth

9/2/2026 | Posted in Canadian Economy and Interest Rates by Gur Sohi
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The Bank of Canada held interest rates steady for a seventh consecutive meeting as an escalation in the trade war with the U.S. threatens growth and creates the risk of new ... More

Bank of Canada holds key rate at 2.25 per cent once again

9/2/2026 | Posted in GTA Real Estate by Gur Sohi
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Single-family sales surge while condos wait for a rebate that hasn't fully arrived

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GTA new home sales rebound masks a condo market in retreat

9/1/2026 | Posted in Canadian Housing Market by Gur Sohi
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RBC projects a modest recovery into 2027, but regional fault lines remain deep

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Canada's housing market is healing - but far too slowly to feel it

9/1/2026 | Posted in Canadian Housing Market by Gur Sohi
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The Bank of Canada is likely to hold borrowing costs steady, as an escalation in the trade war with the U.S. threatens the economic recovery while adding to inflation ... More

Bank of Canada set to hold as trade war creates new dilemma for Macklem

8/27/2026 | Posted in Canadian Economy and Interest Rates by Gur Sohi
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Recent months have already seen upward pressure on fixed rates, a trend that could intensify as US-Canada trade relations worsen

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Fixed mortgage rates could rise as trade war escalates

8/26/2026 | Posted in Mortgages and Real Estate by Gur Sohi
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Mortgage delinquencies remain low nationally, but borrowers in Canada's most expensive housing markets are showing greater signs of strain.

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Mortgage stress builds in Ontario and B.C. as origination growth slows

8/19/2026 | Posted in Home Owners by Gur Sohi
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As the last wave of mortgage renewals from the era of ultra-low interest rates comes, a new survey suggests most homeowners have been managing higher payments.

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Homeowners managing higher mortgage payments despite concerns: survey

8/18/2026 | Posted in Canadian Housing Market by Gur Sohi
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The number of home sales recorded over Canadian MLS® Systems climbed a further 0.5% on a month-over-month basis in July 2026, marking a fourth consecutive monthly ... More

Canadian Home Sales Climb Again in July

8/17/2026 | Posted in Canada Living by Gur Sohi
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National Bank says the mortgage payment on a representative home fell to 51.1% of median income, although affordability remains well below historical norms.

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Falling home prices drive record 10th straight quarter of affordability gains

8/17/2026 | Posted in Mortgages and Real Estate by Gur Sohi
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July CPI hit 3%, matching the ceiling of the BoC's control range, as gas prices surge

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Inflation climbs, home sales rise: what it all means for Canadian borrowers

8/6/2026 | Posted in GTA Real Estate by Gur Sohi
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Greater Toronto Area (GTA) resale housing market conditions tightened in July 2026 compared the same month a year earlier. Home sales edged slightly lower over that period, ... More

GTA Housing Market Tightens in July and Sets the Stage for Price Stability

8/4/2026 | Posted in Mortgages and Real Estate by Gur Sohi
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The number of Canadian bank mortgages at least 90 days past due reached the highest count in more than a decade.

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Canada's mortgage arrears near a decade high

7/31/2026 | Posted in Canadian Economy and Interest Rates by Gur Sohi
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Statistics Canada data puts Q2 growth on track to outpace the central bank's own projections

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May GDP surprise calls Canada's rate outlook into question again

7/23/2026 | Posted in Commercial Real Estate by Gur Sohi
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A new report says the sector is showing signs of stability across Canada at the midway point of the year as enthusiasm tempers, but new tariffs announced by the U.S. this week ... More

Commercial real estate sector stabilizing

7/22/2026 | Posted in Canadian Economy and Housing Market by Gur Sohi
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While CREA sees a milder pace of activity ahead than expected, others say there’s cause for mild optimism – even though challenges are continuing

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What's next for Canada's housing market?

7/21/2026 | Posted in Canadian Economy and Interest Rates by Gur Sohi
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BMO expects the Bank of Canada to remain firmly on hold this year, but says worsening trade relations with the U.S. could put rate cuts back in play.

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Trump tariffs could reopen door to Bank of Canada rate cuts: BMO

7/16/2026 | Posted in Mortgages and Real Estate by Gur Sohi
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Economists, lenders and real estate experts weigh in on the Bank of Canada's July 15 rate decision

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Reaction floods in as BoC holds rates

7/15/2026 | Posted in Canadian Housing Market by Gur Sohi
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The number of home sales recorded over Canadian MLS® Systems edged up a further 0.5% on a month-over-month basis in June 2026. This builds on the 5.5% jump recorded in May ... More

Canadian Home Sales Continue to Climb in June

7/15/2026 | Posted in Canadian Housing Market by Gur Sohi
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Royal LePage says it is raising its national housing price forecast for this year as demand continues to outpace supply in some regions.

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Royal LePage bumps up home price forecast for this year as momentum builds

7/15/2026 | Posted in Canadian Economy and Interest Rates by Gur Sohi
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The Bank of Canada held interest rates steady for a sixth consecutive meeting as policymakers see the economy rebounding and oil price-driven inflation fading.

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Bank of Canada holds rates at 2.25% as outlook improves

7/3/2026 | Posted in GTA Real Estate by Gur Sohi
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Greater Toronto Area (GTA) housing market conditions continued to improve in June, with sales growing quite strongly year-over-year while new listings declined over the same ... More

Market Gains Traction with Strong Home Sales in June and First Half of the Year

6/29/2026 | Posted in Canadian Housing Market by Gur Sohi
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RBC Economics reports the national affordability measure has fallen but warns the pace of progress may be slowing

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Canadian housing affordability hits four-year best as condo costs near pre-pandemic norms

6/18/2026 | Posted in Home Buyers by Gur Sohi
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New StatCan data shows immigrants are buying homes faster even as affordability challenges mount

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Immigrant homeownership climbs while Canadian-born rates slip

6/17/2026 | Posted in Luxury Real Estate by Gur Sohi
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A new report shows surging high-end sales in smaller markets and a double-digit drop elsewhere

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Why luxury buyers are leaving major markets for one Canadian city

6/16/2026 | Posted in Canadian Economy and Interest Rates by Gur Sohi
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A ceasefire between the United States and Iran is sending oil prices lower — and that has direct implications for Canadian mortgage borrowers.

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Reported US-Iran peace deal reduces Canadian mortgage rate hike threat

6/16/2026 | Posted in Canadian Housing Market by Gur Sohi
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The number of home sales recorded over Canadian MLS® Systems increased 5.5% on a month-over-month basis in May 2026.

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Canadian Home Sales Jump Following Slower Spring Start
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