Overview: a look at the impact of record immigration on Canada’s housing shortage, new immigration targets, and solutions to the housing crisis. After setting immigration records over the last 3 years, Canada plans to level off the number of new permanent residents starting in 2026. The reason? A growing belief…
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Should You Open A First Home Savings Account (FHSA)?
Overview: a look at the new Tax-Free First Home Savings Account (FHSA), including what it is, who’s eligible, and its benefits and limits. What Is The First Home Savings Account? The First Home Savings Account (FHSA) is a new registered savings plan that allows first-time home buyers to save up…
Ontario Hikes Non-Resident Speculation Tax (NRST)
Overview: a look at Ontario’s updated Non-Resident Speculation Tax or NRST, including who it applies to, the properties it covers, and exemptions to the tax. What Is The Non-Resident Speculation Tax? The 15% tax was created to deter foreign nationals from buying up residential property in Ontario and making home…
2022-2023 GTA Housing Market Review & Forecast
Overview: a look back at the 2022 GTA housing market and predictions for 2023. Topics include home sales, prices, inventory, interest rates, inflation, mortgages and more. 2021 saw a buying frenzy due to record-low interest rates. 2022 saw a sharp drop in home sales and prices after multiple rate hikes….
GTA Housing Market Shows Signs of Cooling in March 2022
Overview: a look at the March 2022 GTA housing market, with insights on sales, prices, and inventory, plus advice for buying and selling. March was a remarkable month for Toronto real estate, with average home prices setting yet another record. The month also saw the first interest rate hike in…