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9/3/2026 | Posted in GTA Real Estate by Ron Hyde
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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
9/2/2026 | Posted in Canadian Economy and Interest Rates by Ron Hyde
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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
9/2/2026 | Posted in GTA Real Estate by Ron Hyde
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Single-family sales surge while condos wait for a rebate that hasn't fully arrived ... More
9/1/2026 | Posted in Canadian Housing Market by Ron Hyde
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RBC projects a modest recovery into 2027, but regional fault lines remain deep ... More
9/1/2026 | Posted in Canadian Housing Market by Ron Hyde
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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 risks. ... More
8/27/2026 | Posted in Canadian Economy and Interest Rates by Ron Hyde
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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 ... More
8/26/2026 | Posted in Mortgages and Real Estate by Ron Hyde
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Mortgage delinquencies remain low nationally, but borrowers in Canada's most expensive housing markets are showing greater signs of strain. ... More
8/19/2026 | Posted in Home Owners by Ron Hyde
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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. ... More
8/18/2026 | Posted in Canadian Housing Market by Ron Hyde
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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 gain. ... More
8/17/2026 | Posted in Canada Living by Ron Hyde
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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. ... More
8/17/2026 | Posted in Mortgages and Real Estate by Ron Hyde
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July CPI hit 3%, matching the ceiling of the BoC's control range, as gas prices surge ... More
8/6/2026 | Posted in GTA Real Estate by Ron Hyde
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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, while ... More
8/4/2026 | Posted in Mortgages and Real Estate by Ron Hyde
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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. ... More
7/31/2026 | Posted in Canadian Economy and Interest Rates by Ron Hyde
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Statistics Canada data puts Q2 growth on track to outpace the central bank's own projections ... More
7/23/2026 | Posted in Commercial Real Estate by Ron Hyde
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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
7/22/2026 | Posted in Canadian Economy and Housing Market by Ron Hyde
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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 ... More
7/21/2026 | Posted in Canadian Economy and Interest Rates by Ron Hyde
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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. ... More
7/16/2026 | Posted in Mortgages and Real Estate by Ron Hyde
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Economists, lenders and real estate experts weigh in on the Bank of Canada's July 15 rate decision ... More
7/15/2026 | Posted in Canadian Housing Market by Ron Hyde
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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 and ... More
7/15/2026 | Posted in Canadian Housing Market by Ron Hyde
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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. ... More
7/15/2026 | Posted in Canadian Economy and Interest Rates by Ron Hyde
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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. ... More
7/9/2026 | Posted in Commercial Real Estate by Ron Hyde
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A new report shows empty office and industrial space falling for multiple quarters ... More
7/3/2026 | Posted in GTA Real Estate by Ron Hyde
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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
6/29/2026 | Posted in Canadian Housing Market by Ron Hyde
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RBC Economics reports the national affordability measure has fallen but warns the pace of progress may be slowing ... More
6/24/2026 | Posted in Mortgage Interest Rates by Ron Hyde
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This new data explains why – and the psychology affecting it ... More
6/18/2026 | Posted in Home Buyers by Ron Hyde
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New StatCan data shows immigrants are buying homes faster even as affordability challenges mount ... More
6/17/2026 | Posted in Luxury Real Estate by Ron Hyde
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A new report shows surging high-end sales in smaller markets and a double-digit drop elsewhere ... More
6/16/2026 | Posted in Canadian Economy and Interest Rates by Ron Hyde
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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. ... More
6/16/2026 | Posted in Canadian Housing Market by Ron Hyde
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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. ... More
6/11/2026 | Posted in Canadian Economy and Housing Market by Ron Hyde
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Rates unlikely to see significant movement in the months ahead as central bank stays in wait-and-see mode ... More

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