by Ross McCredie, CEO, Sutton Group | Oct 18, 2024 | Guest Columns
The British Columbia election is making headlines and capturing attention throughout the province, yet the proposed solutions to address one of the most pressing issues — housing affordability — have largely missed the mark. Conservative plans: ‘Rustad Rebate’,...
by REM Editorial Team | Sep 26, 2024 | News
A new survey from Wahi that explored what type of home Canadians would most like to buy reveals that many homebuyers still dream of owning a renovated single-family home in the suburbs, despite ongoing affordability challenges. Single-family homes preferred...
by REM Editorial Team | Sep 25, 2024 | Announcements, Boards & Associations
On September 16, the Ontario government announced a formal consultation process to implement pay-on-demand surety bonds as an alternative to Letters of Credit (LOCs) for home builders. The Ontario Home Builders’ Association (OHBA) recognizes this is a...
by Aly Damji | Sep 23, 2024 | Guest Columns
Canada’s post-secondary education system is globally recognized, attracting students from around the world. However, a severe shortage of student housing threatens this success, posing a broader socioeconomic challenge that demands urgent action. The Canadian...
by The Canadian Real Estate Investor Podcast | Sep 20, 2024 | Boards & Associations, Columnists
There’s an interesting pattern emerging in Canadian real estate: ever since the Bank of Canada’s first rate cut, home sales have increased as buyers get improved affordability, though still well below the long-term average. Price recovery is still yet to be found, and...
