My Blogs
Buy Your Dream Home: Why Summer 2024 Looked Promising
Thinking about when to buy your dream home? How cooling inflation, a 4.5% Bank of Canada rate and easing supply looked for buyers in summer 2024.
GTA New Home Market July 2024: Why Condo Sales Fell
BILD’s July 2024 report shows the GTA new home market cooling: condo sales down 67%, single-family sales down 1%, and why rate cuts could help.
Builder License Revoked: Checks Every Buyer Must Make
A builder license revoked in Ontario: why HCRA banned Mariman Homes, and the checks new home buyers must do on builders, Tarion and deposits.
School Cellphone Ban: What Ontario Families Must Know
Ontario’s school cellphone ban took effect September 1, 2024. The rules by grade, the pros and cons, and how parents can help kids adjust.
Bank of Canada Cuts by 25 Basis Points: Why It Matters
The Bank of Canada cut its key rate by 25 basis points to 4.25 percent. What the September 2024 cut meant for homebuyers, borrowers and the housing market.
Air Canada Pilot Strike: Smart Steps for Passengers
An Air Canada pilot strike could disrupt your trip. Key dates, free rebooking, refund options, other airlines and how to avoid scams while you wait.
Respecting Religious Practices: Why It Matters Now
Respecting religious practices builds trust in public services. What a Brampton hospital case shows, and why mandatory EDI training matters in Canada.
Risky Outdoor Activities: Why Kids Need Them to Grow
Risky outdoor activities help kids build strength, confidence and problem-solving skills. What the Canadian Paediatric Society says, and tips for parents.
Boldest Mortgage Reforms in Decades: What Buyers Must Know
Ottawa announced its boldest mortgage reforms in decades, easing the stress test and adding first-time buyer support. Here is what it means for you.
Inflation Expected to Drop: What It Means for Homeowners
Inflation expected to drop to 2.1%, its lowest since March 2021, could push the Bank of Canada to cut rates faster. Here is what it means for owners.
