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Ontario’s Residential Property Stock Slows in Ontario

In the face of urgent discussions about the pressing need for 1.5 million new homes, Ontario witnessed a slowdown in housing growth over the last year compared to 2020.

Ontario Homes are Selling for Cheap: Here’s Where Prices are Lowest

According to a recent Zoocasa report, homes across Ontario are selling, on average, for about 10% less than their listed prices.

Understanding Ontario Rent Control and if it Applies to You

When it comes to renting in Ontario, "rent control" is a term that frequently pops up. But what does it mean, how does it work, and does it apply to your place?

Ontario Landlords Looking at Short-Term Leases Amid LTB Backlog

Groups representing rental operators in Ontario have indicated that many landlords are contemplating a shift from long-term rental agreements to short-term leases.

Student Loan Debt Puts Owning a Home Out of Reach for Ontario Grads

A recent study sponsored by the Ontario Real Estate Association (OREA) highlights that student loan debt is a significant hurdle for recent graduates aspiring to own a home, often leading them to move back in with their parents.

Ontario Proposes Legislation Redefining Affordable Housing

The Government of Ontario is considering a new law called the Affordable Homes and Good Jobs Act, aimed at redefining affordable housing.

Housing Affordability Improves In Q2, Declines On The Way

Canadian homeowners experienced a slight relief in the second quarter of the year, with homeownership costs easing, mainly due to higher household incomes.

Tenant Advocates Raise Legal Concerns Over Electric Vehicle Ban in Toronto Building Complex

Critics argue this ban encroaches on tenants' rights and that electric transportation devices are environmentally friendly and essential for many in the community.

Unpaid Landlords, Pressured Tenants, and a Broken System

Canada is in the midst of a housing crisis characterized by low rental availability and an increase in short-term rentals. Small landlords are leaving the rental business due to the broken system.

Canadian Government Strives to Tackle Housing Crisis Amidst Inflation Cooling

Many homeowners are starting to feel the pressure of higher interest rates, especially as fixed-rate mortgages need to be renewed. Housing affordability is at its worst, especially for people buying a home for the first time.

Rental Prices Continue to Rise in Canada

The ongoing housing market tumult, driven by the Bank of Canada's efforts to curb inflation causing mortgage rates to surge, has significantly impacted the rental market.

New Poll Reveals Trust Gap for Canadian Government on Housing Affordability

Exclusive polling data suggests that the Liberals still trail behind the Conservatives and the New Democrats in terms of public trust on this issue.

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