Affordability improves in the GTA - Opportunity for first-time homebuyers The Greater Toronto Area housing market in January 2026 continued its downward trajectory from the previous year, but first-time buyers are expected to lead a market recovery with a unique window of opportunity.
Housing Financial matters
Read more Thinking about selling - How to get your home ready Are you thinking of selling your home, but the thought of getting it market-ready keeps you on the fence? Here are some tips to make this process efficient and worthwhile.
Selling Home Ownership
Read more Mortgage renewals - Never been a better time to switch lenders If your mortgage renewal is approaching and you are unsatisfied with your current renewal offer, there has never been a better time to switch lenders.
Mortgage Financial matters
Read more Don't waste - Join the circular culture Using the blue box recycling program is valuable, but you can take this initiative to another level by keeping materials out of landfill through reducing, reusing, repairing or donating.
Home Ownership Lifestyle
Read more Filing your taxes - Make it stress-free Most of us leave this annual chore to the last minute. But preparing and filing your taxes early ensures you get your refund sooner and lets you take full advantage of the numerous tax breaks and credits.
Financial matters Home Ownership
Read more Ice damming - Re-thinking solutions When snow accumulates on your roof, it can lead to water leakage into your house, even if your roof is new. The culprit is ice damming.
Home Ownership Housing
Read more Variable-rate mortgages surge - Should you buy into it? Canada's mortgage industry is seeing more Canadians opting for a variable mortgage rate of late.
Mortgage Financial matters
Read more Pay down your mortgage - Or invest? Paying down a mortgage or investing in stocks depends heavily on individual circumstances.
Mortgage Financial matters
Read more Sellers leaving furnishings behind - Gift or a problem? When homeowners sell their homes and move, they make sure that all their belongings go with them. But sometimes, especially in cases of downsizing, some still usable pieces are left behind.
Selling Home Ownership
Read more GTA home sales and prices soften - As buyers wait out economic uncertainty The GTA housing market in November saw slower activity as sales fell almost 16 per cent compared to last year.
Housing Financial matters
Read more Home fire safety - Protect your family and property Fire safety is a critical aspect of home maintenance, and taking proactive steps can save lives and prevent significant property damage.
Home Ownership Housing
Read more Equities in FHSA - Is it riding a rocket for down payment? If you are planning and dreaming about buying your first home, you are probably aware that two years ago, the federal government rolled out the First Home Savings Account (FHSA).
Financial matters Home Ownership
Read more Condos - How long should buyers wait for fire-sale bargains Contrary to headline-grabbing tales, the condo sky is not falling. Yes, condo prices and sales have dropped since the market's peak two years ago and inventory remains historically high.
Condo Update Housing
Read more Mortgages - Consider more than just lowest rate Most mortgage shoppers navigate their search by seeking out the lowest rate out there. But, experts say, it's the "small print" features of the contract that are also important.
Mortgage Financial matters
Read more GTA sales pick up 8.5 per cent - Buyers increasingly moving off sidelines GTA home sales in September tracked at a brisk pace, home transactions were up by 8.5 per cent compared to the same month last year.
Housing Financial matters
Read more Your Fall Home Maintenance Checklist A quick guide to help protect your investment, reduce energy costs, and keep your home safe and comfortable through the colder months.
Home Ownership Housing
Read more Furnaces - Heating your home this winter Furnaces aren't known for being fickle, but there are certain protective measures homeowners should implement to ensure their homes are warm and comfortable this winter.
Home Ownership Housing
Read more Buying a home with a secondary unit? - What to consider Houses with income suites (often called secondary units or in-law suites) that can be rented are a big draw for buyers these days.
Home Ownership Rental
Read more New 'renoviction' by-law - What you need to know If you are a landlord or a tenant, here's a primer on what you should know about the new Rental Renovation Licence Bylaw or "renoviction" bylaw in Toronto.
Rental Housing
Read more Mortgage debt declining - Among young families Recent statistics reveal a surprising trend that mortgage debt carried by young families is declining.
Mortgage Financial matters
Read more GTA home sales heat up - Improved affordability bringing hesitant buyers back The GTA in July saw the best home sales result in four years. Sales were up by 10.9 per cent in comparison to July 2024.
Housing Financial matters
Read more Implementing a renovation - Steps to take Summer is a great time for performing maintenance tasks and taking care of home improvements.
Home Ownership Housing
Read more Rental financing - How to maximize borrowing power Most of Canada has shifted to a buyers' market in real estate. In places like GTA's condo belt, "buyer's market" doesn't quite capture the downturn.
Rental Mortgage
Read more Tenant insurance - Benefits both tenants and landlords Tenant insurance provides financial protection for a renter's personal belongings and offers liability coverage in case of accidents or damage.
Rental Financial matters
Read more Tax credits for seniors - Benefits of being 65+ Homeowners who are 65 or over may be able to take advantage of some tax credits.
Financial matters Home Ownership
Read more Market tightening month-over-month - Uptick in sales and price as buyers lured back Those seeking to buy a home in the GTA are in a better place this year than last year.
Housing Financial matters
Read more Air Conditioner Maintenance - Beat the Heat It's important to consider the effects the summer heat will have on your cooling system.
Home Ownership Housing
Read more Tariff chaos - Can lead to lower mortgage rates Global stock markets went into a downward spiral after U.S President Donald Trump announced sweeping trade tariffs on many countries around the world.
Mortgage Financial matters
Read more What's your stuff worth? - Take a home inventory It may be time to review your home insurance policy if you haven't take a look at it lately.
Home Ownership Financial matters
Read more Home improvements - Risks of under-the-table cash deals The underground economy (UE) in Canada is estimated at $38 billion, annually.
Home Ownership Financial matters
Read more Trade uncertainty impacts GTA market - Sales drop significantly but prices dip only 2.5% March continued to favour homebuyers in the GTA.
Housing Financial matters
Read more Preventing water damage - Effective strategies Water is a powerful force of nature, and when it's not properly managed, it can wreak havoc on your home.
Home Ownership Housing
Read more Big banks - Fighting to attract and retain customers Canada's Big Banks are prepping for a period of intense competition as 1.2 million fixed-rate mortgages come up for renewal this year.
Mortgage Financial matters
Read more Taxing matters - Make your filing stress free Although the deadline for filing your 2024 taxes is April 30, financial experts advise that you should file as soon as you get all the necessary documents.
Financial matters
Read more Home improvements - Renovations: How to save money You don't necessarily need handyman skills to pitch in and reduce the cost of your next home improvement project.
Home Ownership Financial matters
Read more GTA home sales dip - But average price notches up The Toronto Regional Real Estate Board (TRREB) reports that January home sales in the GTA declined by 7.9 per cent year-over-year but increased from December 2024 by 14.5 per cent.
Housing Financial matters
Read more Embracing Efficiency: The Advantages of Smart Thermostats Smart thermostats offer a plethora of advantages that extend beyond comfort.
Home Ownership Housing
Read more Condo sales pick up - Will prices follow? Condo sales in the City of Toronto in November jumped by 37.9 per cent year-over-year.
Condo Update Housing
Read more Open banking - Gets you better mortgage deals There is something brewing below the surface that will have a big impact on your future mortgage competition landscape: open banking.
Mortgage Financial matters
Read more Pay down your mortgage or invest Conventional wisdom generally favours homeowners paying off their mortgage as early as possible since it's a guaranteed return on your money.
Mortgage Financial matters
Read more All eyes on 2025 spring market The GTA real estate market in November gained even more steam on the heels of a rally in October.
Housing Financial matters
Read more First Time Home Buyer Note Here is some valuable information to help finance your home. As a first time home buyer you are uniquely able to take advantage of some government incentives.
Financial matters Home Ownership
Read more Dishwasher cleaning - Maintenance tips Cleaning the dishwasher sounds counterintuitive. Most people think, "Isn't it a self-cleaning appliance?" Well, not really.
Home Ownership Housing
Read more Trifecta of good news - Should bolster real estate market Despite two recent interest rate cuts by the Bank of Canada, the real estate market remained stubbornly soft.
Housing Mortgage Financial matters
Read more Stress test - Lifted for borrowers changing lenders Industry players have complained about the glaring imbalance between uninsured and insured mortgages in the application of the stress test.
Mortgage Financial matters
Read more Shortage of new housing - Crisis intensifying The recent Municipal Benchmarking Study from BILD warns that the region's new housing supply is lagging dangerously behind population growth.
Housing
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