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Our Real Estate Update April 2024

Posted on May 08, 2024

In April, the GTA witnessed an increase in new listings, seeing 18,088 properties available for sale. Notably, this is the highest April inventory in the city since 2018. More properties for sale is welcome news for buyers who have been grappling with inventory scarcity in the preceding years.

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Our Real Estate Update March 2024

Posted on Apr 09, 2024

Now that the March school break and holidays are behind us, we should continue to see an uptick in sales activity and prices as we move through April. With anticipated interest rate cuts on the horizon, we will see more buyers come off of the sidelines and compete for available inventory. Tight supply conditions, particularly in the coveted detache...

Our Real Estate Update February 2024

Posted on Mar 11, 2024

The Greater Toronto Area (GTA) housing market witnessed a strong surge in activity throughout February, setting an optimistic tone for the region's real estate market as we move into Spring. With a total of 5,607 homes sold, representing an impressive 33% increase from the previous month and a notable 17% rise compared to the same period last year...

Our Real Estate Update January 2024

Posted on Feb 08, 2024

With a new year now underway, Canadians can expect to see a variety of changes coming to federal, provincial and local government housing legislation in 2024. From updated taxes to revised urban planning regulations, new housing laws and policies will roll out across the country in the coming months. Several of these policies promise to boost much...

Our Real Estate Update December 2023

Posted on Jan 17, 2024

The GTA housing market experienced some turbulence throughout 2023; however, its enduring resilience remains the standout feature. Commencing the year with an average sales price of $1,038,668, properties saw a remarkable 15% surge by May, reaching an average sale price of $1,196,101. The latter half of the year witnessed a surge in inventory, peak...

Is Oakville a Good Place to Live?

Posted on Dec 06, 2023

If you're considering a move to Oakville and starting your property hunt right now, you likely have many questions about what life is like in this charming town situated on the shores of Lake Ontario. Is Oakville a good place to live? How does it compare to neighbouring cities like Mississauga? What are the costs associated with living in Oakville...