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CMI State of the Market: Housing Becomes Major Theme in 2022 Federal Budget
Canada’s housing market cooled at the end of the first quarter, as supply constraints weighed on sales activity and contributed to another uptick in home values. Meanwhile, the federal government announced several supply-boosting initiatives in its 2022 budget to help alleviate shortages across the country. Home Sales Decline in March: CREA National home sales…
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Spring Cleaning Your Investment Portfolio
Much like your home, your investment portfolio requires regular maintenance to maximize its long-term value. Is it time to spring clean your portfolio? Here’s a to-do list. The concept of spring cleaning usually applies to areas of your home or workplace you may have forgotten about during the rest of the year. However, spring cleaning…
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CMI State of the Market: Home Sales Rise in February as More Listings Hit the Market
Canadian home sales rose at a brisk pace in February, as more homeowners listed their properties for sale ahead of the busier spring season. The Bank of Canada’s decision to start raising interest rates could have a material impact on mortgage costs in the near term, which could prompt more buyers and sellers into the…
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CMI State of the Market: Home Prices Continue to Surge at the Start of 2022
CMI State of the Market: Home Prices Continue to Surge at the Start of 2022 Canadian home sales edged up slightly in January, as a dearth of available supply limited real estate transactions at the start of the year. Supply constraints also helped push prices to their highest level on record, further eroding affordability at…
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Four simple steps to start saving for retirement
Saving for retirement can be daunting, especially when you’re young and retirement seems a long way away. But getting started doesn’t need to be difficult or complicated – it just requires a little planning and a steady commitment. Follow these simple tips to get started today. Define your retirement goals Take a moment to picture…
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CMI State of the Market: Supply Shortages Lead to “Affordability Squeeze” for Canadian Real Estate
Canada’s housing market capped off a stellar year on a softer footing, as new listings declined across major markets. The unabating strength of regional housing markets, coupled with the recent rise in mortgage rates, has created an “affordability squeeze” for many households. In 2021, almost 667,000 properties traded hands in Canada, a new record by…
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CMI’s State of the Market: Canada’s Housing Market Heats Up Again as Prices Accelerate
November was another active month for Canadian real estate, as home sales rose across the country and property values continued to accelerate. While the number of newly listed properties rose in November, a dearth of supply is likely to keep prices trekking higher in the short to intermediate term. Home Sales Edge Up in November:…
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