Building in Toronto? $200k in fees are baked into every new house price. Hidden cost: It can take 11 years to get a GTA project fully approved. Fixing an old rebate could cut new home prices by 10-15%... but there's a catch. The catch? Without more supply, that tax savings just goes to the landowner. Expert call: Approval delays are "pure waste."...
Ontario first-time homebuyers navigate provincial mortgage rules, land transfer taxes, and competitive Real Estate pricing. Mortgage approvals depend on credit score, stable income, debt ratios, and minimum 5% down payments. Provincial and federal incentives help reduce upfront costs for eligible Ontario buyers. The buying process includes pre-approval,...
Slide 1 GTA home sales hit multi‑year lows — demand is quiet now, but poised to jump. Slide 2 Listings have surged while sales lag, creating more options for buyers now. Slide 3 Historically weak sales create rebound potential, rewarding buyers who move early before demand returns. Slide 4 Expert forecasts hint recovery sooner than you think — prep now,...
In 2025, GTA home sales fell 11.2% amid economic uncertainty, while new listings rose 10.1%, increasing buyer negotiating power and lowering prices. The average selling price dropped 4.7% to about $1.07 million, improving affordability. December sales declined 8.9%, with prices down 5.1%. Recovery depends on stable economic conditions and improved consumer confidence, with calls for government tax relief...
يُظهر مؤشر سوق الإسكان للربع الرابع من عام 2025 استمرار تباطؤ وتيرة بدء مشاريع البناء، حيث قام 38% من المطورين العقاريين بتقليص عدد الموظفين بسبب ظروف السوق. وسجلت مؤشرات المنازل المنفصلة والمتعددة العائلات أدنى مستوياتها على...
First-time homebuyers in Canada should determine their budget, get pre-approved for a mortgage, and estimate upfront costs including down payment (5-20%), closing costs (2-4%), CMHC insurance if under 20% down, legal fees, land transfer tax, property tax, home insurance, and moving expenses. Building a real estate team and understanding the local market are crucial. Various federal and provincial...
Mixed-use properties in downtown Toronto require complex valuation due to differing income streams, lease terms, expenses, and location impacts on residential and commercial components. Residential and commercial parts use different cap rates and market rents, and lease stability affects value. Expense responsibilities vary, influencing net income. Professional, detailed valuations before purchase are...
Slide 1 Toronto condo sales just hit levels we haven’t seen since 1991. Slide 2 Only 1,599 new condos sold in 2025, down 60% year-over-year, 95% since 2021. Slide 3 Hidden twist—less building today means tighter supply and higher rents tomorrow. Slide 4 Construction starts crashed 63%, just 3,272 units, with only ten new projects launched. Slide...
Toronto condos are projected to continue price declines in early 2026. Buyers may benefit from increasing affordability and potential future price stabilization. Market distress will persist due to tight immigration and slow demand. Non-permanent resident and student restrictions may limit buyer pool further. Recovery is expected later in 2026 if immigration...
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