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7 Tips for First-Time Home Buyers with Bad Credit in Ontario
Buying your first home in Ontario can be challenging, especially with bad credit. Understanding your credit score is crucial, as it affects mortgage eligibility. First-time buyers can benefit from programs like the Land Transfer Tax Rebate and the RRSP Home Buyers' Plan. Increasing your down payment can improve your chances with lenders. Alternative lending options Read more
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Here’s how Ontario’s major rental markets changed in 2025
Canada's 2025 rental market saw rising vacancy rates across major cities due to strong rental construction and softer demand from slower population and economic growth. The national vacancy rate rose to 3.1%, easing rental pressures but affordability remained challenging. Ontario cities like Toronto, Hamilton, London, Ottawa, and Windsor experienced higher vacancies, especially in student-heavy areas, Read more
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Steady Rates Until 2027: Buyers Eye Year-End Market?
Slide 1 “BoC holds rates steady, signalling calm until 2027.” Slide 2 “Inflation stays on target, economy grows 2.6%, resilient despite U.S. tariffs.” Slide 3 “Home prices fell 3.2% in 2025, but modest 1.8% growth expected 2026.” Slide 4 “First-time buyers finally see improved affordability thanks to rate cuts and moderation.” Slide 5 “Stable rates, Read more
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Global Construction Market to Climb 6.50% CAGR by 2034
Slide 1 Global construction hits USD 13.57T, doubling toward USD 25.47T by 2034. Slide 2 Urban growth and rising populations push huge demand for homes, offices, and new infrastructure. Slide 3 Smart cities surge as industrialization rises and global investors pour money into new builds. Slide 4 AI, IoT, robotics, and mobile tools speed projects, Read more
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Unlocking the Potential of Urban Living: The Rise of the Garden Suite in Toronto
Toronto's Garden Suite movement offers homeowners a way to add self-contained backyard homes, providing rental income, multigenerational living, and increased property value. Approved by the city in 2022, these units must meet height, setback, and servicing regulations. Costs range from $250,000 to $450,000 plus permits. Garden suites promote sustainable urban density, energy efficiency, and community Read more
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Toronto: Top Choice for Buying in Canada
Toronto is Canada’s largest city, with a metro population over 6M, and is often compared to New York for its walkable downtown and multicultural energy. It serves as the country’s economic and trading hub, offering abundant career opportunities. The avg home price is around $1.1M, with a mix of Victorian, Edwardian, and modern homes. Notable Read more
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How will the First-Time Home Buyers’ GST Rebate impact the real estate and construction industry?
Ontario plans to introduce a matching provincial rebate alongside the federal First-Time Home Buyers’ (FTHB) GST Rebate, which offers up to a $50,000 rebate on new homes priced up to $1.5 million. Eligible buyers must be first-time home buyers purchasing or building a primary residence. The rebate aims to boost affordability and demand but has Read more
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Steps to Take If You Miss a Mortgage Payment
Missing a mortgage payment doesn't mean immediate loss of your home, but quick action is vital. After a 15-day grace period, late fees apply, and after 30 days, missed payments are reported to credit bureaus, harming your credit score. Continued nonpayment can lead to default and foreclosure or power of sale, depending on the province. Read more
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Opportunities Emerge as GTA, GGH Home Market Evolves
Housing starts in the Greater Toronto Area and Greater Golden Horseshoe dropped 34% in early 2025, with condo starts plunging 51%, while purpose-built rental starts rose 42%. Residential construction job losses are mounting, with 35,377 fewer person-years of employment. High taxes, making up 36% of new home costs, are a major factor. The struggling market Read more
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Ontario Forecast: Homebuilding Projections Slide Again
Slide 1 Construction forecasts stay low with 70,200 starts in 2025 and 79,600 in 2027. Slide 2 Builders blame tariffs and rising material costs for slowing Ontario housing activity. Slide 3 Condo construction cools sharply, partly balanced by stronger purpose-built rental growth. Slide 4 Home resales drop 8% and prices slide 3.3% before a mild Read more