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Affordability is quietly improving in this country. Home prices have leveled off in many parts of Canada, and in our most expensive markets they have even fallen. Mortgage rates have stabilized to a level that supports healthy activity. And after years of scarcity, more homes are finally coming onto the market. Why are so many […]
“Home ownership remains one of life’s most monumental transactions, and today buyers are approaching that life goal with new expectations,” said Ginger Wilcox, president of Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate. “High barriers to entry have created a generation of buyers who know what they want and won’t settle for less. These insights can help […]
“Today’s buyers aren’t just looking for a home – they’re looking for a sense of community,” said Chris Lim, Chief Growth Officer of REMAX. “It is the job of real estate professionals to help potential buyers find homes and neighborhoods that meet their financial needs while supporting the way they want to live.” Affordability and […]
More than half (56%) of businesses cited housing affordability as the biggest challenge in 2026, with rising costs (36%) and local economic conditions (35%) also driving a large response share. Despite these persistent headwinds, companies are cautiously optimistic. Thirty-eight percent expect profitability to increase in 2025, compared to 30% in 2023 – the last time […]
Real estate agent and client sign contract to buy a house, insurance or real estate loan. Rent a house, get insurance or borrow real estate or real estate. istock photo for BL | Photo credit: Phanphen Kaewwannarat Homebuyers may no longer have to run from pillar to post to strengthen their claims as lenders initiate […]
The answer, according to Kushi, lies in six forces shaping the outlook: affordability, demographic demand, regional divergence, local tension, rising inventory and the continued benefit to new housing. Affordability and demographics Mortgage rates are expected to remain in the low 6% range next year, according to a report published this week by First American Data […]
Unlike standard search filters, the system responds dynamically to comments or follow-up questions. For example, a home buyer may comment that a kitchen “needs to be more modern” or adjust criteria after the AI suggests broadening the search area. “We always knew that a search can feel like looking for a needle in a haystack,” […]
“Real estate is personal. It starts with a wish list, a dream or sometimes just a question,” says Tamir Poleg, chairman and CEO of The Real Brokerage. “HeyLeo meets buyers wherever they are on that journey, providing contextual intelligence to provide intuitive guidance, instant answers and a seamless connection to the next step. “It offers […]
“These factors have led to some moderation in foreign demand for U.S. homes compared to last year. Still, interest remains above pre-pandemic levels, reflecting the continued involvement of global homebuyers in key U.S. markets.” Canadian stocks fall as trade tensions rise Canada remained the largest source of international searches, but saw its share fall to […]
