Entries by Mahyar Rezapour

Canada’s Inflation Rate Rises To 2.9% In March

This morning, Statistics Canada (StatCan) published its anticipated March inflation report. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose 2.9% on a year-over-year basis in March, up from a 2.8% gain in February. Economists had predicted that the Consumer Price Index (CPI) would tick up in March thanks, in part, to an increase in gasoline prices. Gasoline […]

Canada cancels first-time home buyer incentive

Canada’s housing agency says it is ending the first-time homebuyer incentive program, which many had criticized as unhelpful. According to the Canadian Press, Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. said in a notice on its website that the deadline for new or updated submissions to the program is midnight Eastern time on March 21. The plan […]

We could reach 2% inflation by this summer: National Bank

Could Canada’s headline inflation rate reach the neutral target of 2% by this summer, a full year sooner than the Bank of Canada’s own forecasts? National Bank of Canada thinks so. In a new report, economist Taylor Schleich argues that there’s actually a “clear path” to 2% inflation by the middle of this year. “To […]

Ranked: Canada’s Housing Markets, by Price Growth in 2023

Ranked: Canada’s Housing Markets By Price Growth in 2023 Between 2010 and 2022, real Canadian housing prices jumped 90%, making Canada one of the most expensive and unaffordable housing markets in the world. We visualize the average price of housing across Canada’s provinces and territories in 2023 (excluding Nunavut), based on data from the Canada […]

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Closing the Gap: Understanding Canada’s Housing Crisis 2024

The housing market in Canada is currently grappling with a significant and unprecedented challenge – a widening gap between population growth and housing completions. This growing disparity has far-reaching implications, impacting economic, physical, and mental well-being, and posing a threat to Canada’s status as a prosperous and upwardly mobile society. Understanding the Housing Disparity Recent […]

Understanding Landlord Rights in Ontario: Evictions, Court Claims, and Protecting Your Property

Introduction: In Ontario, Canada, landlords have specific rights and obligations under the Residential Tenancies Act, 2006, and other relevant legislations. One of the main rights landlords have is the right to evict tenants under specific circumstances, which include the need for demolition or renovation, personal use of the property, illegal activities, nuisance, damage to premises, […]

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Blackstone bets on Canadian immigration to usher in growth

With highly educated immigrants set to grow Canada’s population, one of the world’s largest asset management firms is looking to invest heavily in the country. Blackstone, the world’s largest alternative asset management company which oversees US$1 trillion in assets, is opening up an office in Canada as it commits to growing its presence and investments […]

What You Should Know About the Ontario & GTA Housing Market

GTA New Condo Prices by Month Average Greater Toronto Area New Condo Asking Prices Average GTA new condominium apartment asking prices per-square-foot are up 63% since 2018, but down 8% annually to just under $1,500 psf in August. The average end-selling price was $1.33 million for a new condo in the GTA in August, down […]

Selling Your Occupied Rental Property? Here’s What You Need to Know

Are you considering selling your occupied rental property? Whether you’re a seasoned landlord or an accidental investor, parting ways with a rental property that currently has tenants can be a complex process. First and foremost, understanding the legal rights and obligations of both landlords and tenants is crucial. You must navigate the intricacies of existing […]

Five Compelling Reasons to Choose Real Estate Investment Over Stocks

The investment world often buzzes with the debate of real estate versus stocks. While both avenues have unique advantages, real estate investment stands out with distinct benefits that often outshine the stock market, especially in times of high inflation. Here are some reasons why your clients should be looking to put their money into real […]

Development land prices have ‘exploded’ in GTA’s border regions

Proximity to the burgeoning Greater Toronto Area (GTA) has led to an “explosion” of development land prices, with increases of 500 per cent – or more – in prime areas of Southwestern Ontario over the past few years. The sector most affected is industrial and employment lands in areas such as Hamilton and the Guelph-Kitchener-Waterloo-Cambridge […]

Toronto rental and housing scams are becoming a huge problem

Toronto Police are seeking a suspect in yet another housing scam investigation, just the latest in a string of similar scams where fraudsters rent or even sell homes they do not own. In the most recent case, police allege that between November 2022 and February 2023, 49-year-old Cem Devrim Turetken listed units on apartment rental […]