Latest GTA market updates, industry insights, and expert tips from Sharmilla's desk.
The Greater Toronto Area real estate market showed renewed strength in spring 2025, with home sales climbing 12% year-over-year. Buyers who had been sitting on the sidelines are returning as interest rates stabilize and inventory levels improve across key regions including Scarborough, North York, and Mississauga.
Read Full Report ↗The Bank of Canada's latest rate decision brings relief to variable-rate mortgage holders and could bring hesitant buyers back into the market sooner than expected.
Canada's First Home Savings Account is now fully operational. Here's how first-time buyers can maximize contributions and combine it with the Home Buyers' Plan for a larger down payment.
With inventory levels rising in parts of the GTA, sellers need a sharper pricing strategy than ever. Overpriced homes are sitting longer — here's how to avoid that trap.
Scarborough continues to attract buyers priced out of central Toronto, pushing average detached home prices up 8% compared to the same period last year.
Investors are reassessing condo portfolios as rental yields tighten. Detached homes in suburban GTA offer better cap rates — but come with higher entry costs.
Canada's mortgage stress test remains a key hurdle for many buyers. Here's a clear breakdown of current qualifying rules and how to prepare your finances before applying.
Power of sale listings can offer below-market prices — but they come with limited disclosure and strict timelines. Here's what every buyer should understand before making an offer.
A new study of GTA listings confirms what top agents already know: professionally staged homes sell for significantly more and spend fewer days on the market.
Pre-construction condo launches have slowed as developers reassess project viability. For buyers, this means more negotiating power and better assignment deals in 2025.
Ontario municipalities are tightening short-term rental regulations. Investors in Toronto, Mississauga, and the wider GTA need to understand new licensing requirements before purchasing.
Homes in top-ranked school catchment areas continue to command premium prices. We look at which GTA neighbourhoods offer the best combination of schools and value.
With rate cuts on the horizon, many buyers are weighing fixed security against variable potential savings. Here's a practical breakdown to help you decide.