Buying vs Renting study: Homeowners come out in front financially in more than 90% of scenarios analyzed Homeowners paid $769 less per month than renters in Q2 2021, on average TORONTO, September 28, 2021 – Home ownership remains a top priority for many Canadians. While buying a home is seen as a milestone and can improve […]
Author Archives: Alasdair Douglas
While the housing affordability crisis is top of mind for many Canadians trying to get into the market, the chronic housing shortage that is the source of the problem, has been challenging many urban centres from coast-to-coast for years. Canada’s housing affordability crisis affects almost everyone, directly or indirectly. There are positive social and health […]
Royal LePage: Canadian home price forecast revised upward to 16% as roaring spring market eases into summer Second quarter regional highlights: Aggregate price of a home in Canada rose 25.3% year-over-year in the second quarter Demand expected to outstrip supply with upward pressure on prices, yet the pace of increases should moderate as peak price […]
When it comes to design and decorating, there are countless ways to add character to a space… an oversized mirror, an accent chair, or a unique light fixture. But few things can make as impactful a change as a fresh coat of paint. The colour of a room has the power to influence our mood […]
Freshly updated move in ready 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom (ensuite) apartment at 500 Westmount Road West in Kitchener. This fantastic location is walking distance to Belmont Village, the Iron Horse Trail and Uptown Waterloo. Located on the quiet side of the building you will be impressed by the upgraded kitchen featuring granite countertops, wood breakfast […]
Increasing number of Canadians anxious about missing out on their first home due to an insufficient down payment Highlights: 75% of first-time homebuyers in Toronto and 69% in Vancouver reported feeling worried that they would not have a large enough down payment to purchase a home (68% and 58% in 2019, respectively) In Montreal, 63% […]
Canadian home prices forecast to end year 13.5% higher than 2020 as waning affordability and modestly improving supply begin to slow the pace of future increases First quarter regional highlights: Addressing chronically low inventory critical in solving nation’s housing affordability crisis Aggregate price of a home in Canada rose 14.1% year-over-year in the first quarter […]
FREEHOLD END UNIT TOWNHOUSE. You won’t want to miss this immaculate move-in-ready townhouse in Kitchener’s Huron Park/Wildflower neighbourhood. Approaching the home you will appreciate the curb appeal and welcoming front porch. Upon entering the home you will find a large entranceway/hallway with a separate entrance to the large single car garage. Moving upstairs you will […]
You won’t want to miss this RENOVATED semi-detached home in Kitchener’s desirable Rosemount neighbourhood. You will appreciate the attractive and quiet residential street as you drive up to the home. Entering through the front door you will love the spacious and bright living room featuring hardwood flooring and a large picture window. walking through the […]
Royal LePage: Canadian recreational house prices forecast to increase 15% in 2021 Highlights: A house in Ontario’s and Atlantic Canada’s recreational property markets expected to see highest price gains in 2021, rising 17%; Quebec and British Columbia recreational markets forecast to increase 15% and 13%, respectively 91% of recreational experts in Canada reporting lower inventory […]
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