If you’ve been waiting for a nudge, the Bank of Canada just gave you one. With the overnight rate trimmed to 2.5% on Sept 17, financing math improved at the margins—exactly when local data show buyers active but prices still cooperative. This Southern Ontario rate cut playbook turns that context
If you’ve been waiting for a signal from the market, this is it. GTA 2025 record inventory has changed the game for buyers and sellers alike. After years of tight supply, the GTA is now a well-supplied market where choice is abundant, pricing must be precise, and smart strategy wins.
The story across the west-GTA arc is confidence with discipline. After a long stretch of hesitation, the Hamilton-Burlington July 2025 sales rebound finally showed up, confirming what many of you felt at open houses: more serious buyers are back, motivated by improved affordability, steadier borrowing costs, and sellers who are
If you were waiting for a clear signal, GTA July 2025 home sales delivered it. Sales posted the strongest July since 2021, jumping 10.9% year-over-year (6,100 transactions) as more buyers re-entered on the back of improved affordability. At the same time, prices continued their gentle slide—the MLS® HPI edged -0.2%
July’s shifting dynamics have many clients asking a fundamental question: Buyers market vs sellers market—which best describes today’s Southern Ontario real estate landscape? In this guide, we’ll unpack the key indicators, strategic implications, and actionable tips you need to navigate either scenario with confidence. What Defines a Buyers market vs
1. Listings Climb in the Southern Ontario real estate market Active listings finished June at over 206,000 nationwide—up 11.4% year‑over‑year—and Ontario’s new listings rose roughly 11% from June to July . That influx gives buyers more choices and negotiation leverage, easing upward price pressure without triggering a buyer’s market. 2.
June brought a quiet optimism to the Southern Ontario real estate market. With stable interest rates, rising consumer confidence, and a steady increase in listings, the market is finally finding equilibrium—a shift both buyers and sellers should understand. 1. Prices & Index Trends After months of downward pressure, the Southern
If you’ve ever wondered why the price of homes in Ontario seems to fluctuate—or skyrocket—seemingly overnight, you’re not alone. The housing market in Ontario is influenced by a complex mix of factors. Whether you’re buying, selling, or just keeping an eye on the market, understanding these drivers can help you
With every federal election in Canada, the housing market in Ontario—especially in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA)—seems to hold its breath. If you’ve been wondering whether election results can shake the real estate world, you’re not alone. It’s a question I recently dove into, analyzing the last 10 Canadian federal
Ever wonder what the difference between buyer’s market and seller’s market really is? If you’ve ever been confused about what those phrases mean on your favourite real estate show or your local market update, you’re not alone. Let’s take a deep breath (and a sip of coffee) and break this
