Is Toronto’s condo market facing a repeat of the downturn that defined the 1990s? With new data emerging for September 2025, this question is top of mind for both investors and homeowners. By looking at historical patterns, current lending conditions, and buyer behaviour, we can better understand what the numbers are really telling us.
Toronto’s west end is a study in contrasts. Two neighbourhoods only a few minutes apart can feel very different once you’re standing on the sidewalk, scanning house fronts, or lining up for coffee. This first installment focuses on Bloor West Village and Roncesvalles—how they live day to day, how they price, and what buyers should watch as the fall...
Headlines in late August 2025 shouted that Toronto condos had collapsed, pointing to “only 118 sales.” The figure is eye-catching—and also incomplete. It refers to new, pre-construction condos across the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), not the resale market within the actual City of Toronto. When you separate those two worlds and focus on geography cor...
As we approach 2026, many tenants are beginning to think about lease renewals and whether renting still makes sense compared to buying. Understanding your options before making a decision can have a lasting impact on your finances and long-term housing stability.
The 2026 Rent Increase Guideline For tenants in Ontario, the maximum allowable rent incr...
Ontario’s rental housing market has faced growing pressure over the past several years, with rising demand, limited supply, and a backlog of cases at the Landlord and Tenant Board (LTB). To address these challenges, the Ontario Real Estate Association (OREA) has released a set of recommendations aimed at modernizing the Residential Tenancies Act (R...
The federal government recently announced a new initiative—Build Canada Homes—backed by a $13 billion investment aimed at tackling Canada’s growing housing crisis. The plan promises to build 4,000 affordable homes on federal land as an initial step, with the potential to scale up to 45,000 units over time. While the commitment is substantial, the a...
