Greg C Waters RBC Builder Development

11/23/2025

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11/22/2025

Latest Update: On October 29, 2025, the Bank of Canada announced that it is cutting its policy rate to 2.25%

The Bank of Canada has cut its interest rate to 2.25%.

11/21/2025

The 11 most overvalued home features: “New and shiny” features in a listing may look great on the surface, but they also add to the asking price. Learn how to spot some of the biggest culprits and decide for yourself if they’re worth the added cost.

If you’re searching for your next home, you’ve likely started narrowing in on the home features you care about most. However, before you commit to your non-negotiables, make sure you know which features could be adding zeros to the price, but zero benefit to your potential future in the home. Th...

11/20/2025

Knowing when a house was built can help you to anticipate future repairs or renovations, but that information won’t always appear in the listing. Our guide provides pointers for determining a home’s age when it isn’t readily available.

Knowing how to find out when a house was built can be a useful piece of intel for homebuyers and owners. Not only does the construction date provide a historical and stylistic context of the home, but from a practical perspective it can also help you to anticipate maintenance requirements and repair...

10/13/2025

Easing homeownership costs could soon slow in Canada

We expect further easing in ownership costs, but see the effect of earlier interest rate cuts fading.

10/12/2025

Real estate agents are a vital resource in the homebuying process. Learn how an agent can help you make informed decisions and make a competitive offer on the right home.

It’s exciting to embark on your homebuying journey. And while you might feel ready to dive right in, it’s wise to enlist the help of an experienced real estate agent. With unanticipated curveballs and emotions that could cloud your judgement, even the most experienced homebuyer or seller could b...

10/11/2025

Navigating Toronto’s frozen pre-construction condo market

It will take a sharp fall in inventory to get new condo presentation centres busy again.

10/10/2025

Buying a foreclosed home can be a bargain, but it also comes with risks. Find out if it’s the right approach for you.

The truth about buying a foreclosed home Buying a foreclosed home could be a great opportunity if you’re an experienced buyer or someone with business savvy. But beware of risks and hidden costs before you give in to the allure of a great deal — there’s more to a foreclosure sale than meets th...

10/09/2025

Low-key start to the fall for Canada’s housing market

Early September data reveals a mixed picture underscoring diverging regional dynamics shaping the national landscape.

09/14/2025

Moving somewhere new can be an exciting prospect. Whether you’re relocating for a new job, for family or as a new adventure, use this guide to plan your move with confidence.

A new town or city can offer a fresh perspective and an exciting new start. But there’s a lot to consider when you’re relocating, so it’s normal to feel apprehensive about all that needs to happen. Whether you’re relocating for a new job, for family, or a new adventure, use this guide to pla...

09/13/2025

A great way to save for a down payment: the First Home Savings Account (FHSA). Learn how to take advantage of this tool and how it gets you one step closer to home ownership.

This article was originally published on RBC My Money Matters and has been republished here with permission. If you’re one of the more than 300,000 people who opened a First Home Savings Account (FHSA) over the last year, cut yourself a slice of cake to celebrate its first

09/12/2025

Back to a slow recovery in Canada’s housing market with regional disparities

Home resales picked up again in July and balanced market conditions have emerged in more areas.