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Stay at Home Order: Ontario’s Stricter April 2021 Rules
On April 17, 2021, Ontario announced a stricter stay-at-home order, extended to six weeks. See the measures, what Premier Ford said and what it meant.
May 2022 Sales Report: Why GTA Home Prices Held Firm
The TRREB May 2022 sales report showed transactions at 7.3K and the average price at $1.213M, up 9.4% from May 2021. What it meant for GTA buyers.
Rate Hike Next Year: What Home Buyers Must Know Now
The Bank of Canada was eyeing a rate hike next year, in the second half of 2022. Here is how it could affect first-time buyers, investors and affordability.
Home Sales Report May 2021: Prices Surge Past Last Year
The TRREB home sales report May 2021 showed sales down about 9% but prices up over 1% in a month and 28.4% in a year. What it meant for GTA buyers.
Ontario’s Three-Phased Opening Plan: What Changed in 2021
Ontario’s three-phased opening plan in June 2021 eased limits on gatherings, patios, retail and events. See what each phase allowed and what it meant.
Bank of Canada Interest Rate Announcements: What to Watch
How often does the Bank of Canada make interest rate announcements? See the 2022 schedule, the reports to watch, and what the dates mean for home buyers.
CMHC Predicts Home Price Drop of 18%: What Buyers Must Know
When CMHC predicts home price drops of up to 18%, what should you do? In June 2020, TRREB data showed May prices up 3%. Here is what it meant.
Toronto Homeowners: Unlock Interest-Free Loans Up to $125K
Toronto homeowners can get incentives and interest-free loans of up to $125K for 15 and 20 years to make homes more energy-efficient. See what qualifies.
Ontario Reopens Facilities in Phase 2: What Changed
Ontario reopens in Phase 2: from June 12, 2020, places of worship could open at up to 30% capacity, and Stage 2 regions could reopen patios, salons and more.
BOC’s Next Rate Announcement: What Homeowners Should Expect
The Bank of Canada’s next rate announcement on September 7, 2022 was expected to bring a 0.75% hike to 3.25%. See what it meant for inflation and homeowners.
