Since the start of the pandemic, Canadians have been exploring new living arrangements including moving out of big cities in search of greater affordability and more space. A recent RATESDOTCA survey revealed that of the 12 per cent of Canadians who plan to purchase or have already purchased a primary residence since April 2020, almost a […]
Home Buying
Zolo survey reveals: What Men & Women Want in a Home in 2021
A new survey by Zolo — one of Canada’s most popular national real estate marketplaces — highlights the wants and needs of today’s home buyers. There’s no denying that COVID-19 changed everything over the last year — but despite increasing health concerns and ongoing restrictions property shoppers were active in most real estate markets across Canada. Turns out the pandemic […]
Canadians Want to Be Homeowners Now More Than Ever
Mortgage Professionals Canada (MPC) released its latest in a series of housing market reports that examine how COVID-19 is affecting consumer sentiments towards housing and mortgages. The data further confirms Canadians’ confidence in the security of homeownership, especially as COVID-19 and the lack of a clear COVID vaccine timetable further entrenches life at home and […]
Affordability and space limitations continue to impact purchase decisions as only 14% of Canadians polled would consider buying a home in a major metropolitan area
Canadians’ belief in the strength of the real estate market held steady in December, despite concerns around the overall economy, according to the RBC Home Buying Sentiment Poll. High home values also continued to drive potential homebuyers outside of major metropolitan areas in search of affordability and larger properties. The poll, which provides updates on […]
Nearly 80% of millennials agree owning a home is attainable according to new RE/MAX poll
Looking to buy your first house? According to a new study by RE/MAX, the good news is Canadian millennials are optimistic about purchasing their first home. In the majority of provinces, Canadians agree that home ownership is obtainable, despite high housing prices in Canadian cities such as Toronto and Vancouver. The RE/MAX Study So if […]