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05/11/2026

If you’re looking at land in Ontario, the biggest thing to know is that the purchase can be very different from buying a finished home.

Buying land in Ontario can be exciting, especially if you’re picturing a custom home, cottage, or quieter place outside the city. But the local details matter a lot. A lot in rural Ontario can come with questions about zoning, road access, surveys, hydro, wells, septic systems, permits, and whethe...

05/10/2026

Don’t forget the ongoing costs of cottage ownership — maintenance, utilities, insurance, taxes, and seasonal upkeep can change the budget pretty quickly.

Ontario has no shortage of cottage country options, and this guide compares several popular areas, including Muskoka Lakes, Haliburton, Parry Sound, Prince Edward County, Tobermory, Kawartha Lakes, and Grand Bend. It’s useful because it looks beyond the idea of “buying a cottage” and gets into...

05/09/2026

Mississauga’s downtown transformation plan points to a more walkable, vibrant urban centre supported by transit, tourism, housing, and cultural investment.

Mississauga has endorsed a major new vision to transform nearly 12 acres of City-owned land beside City Hall into a more active downtown destination. The plan includes a convention centre, hotel, state-of-the-art music hub, performance venue, recording studios, music school, office space, purpose-bu...

05/08/2026

From Vancouver to Montreal, several major developments are expected to reshape local real estate markets and support stronger city growth in 2026.

CBRE is highlighting six major commercial real estate projects expected to make an impact across Canada in 2026. The list includes new entertainment space in Ottawa, a zero-carbon industrial development in Vaughan, Indigenous-led rental housing in Vancouver, a life-sciences hub in Montreal, a major....

05/07/2026

Mississauga’s market opened 2026 at a slower pace, giving REALTORS® a timely opportunity to guide clients through changing local conditions.

Mississauga’s housing market started 2026 with slower sales, higher inventory, and softer benchmark prices, creating a more cautious but opportunity-filled environment for buyers. CREA reports that January sales were below both the five-year and ten-year averages, while active listings reached the...

05/04/2026

If you’re considering a newly built or pre‑construction home, this article offers clear insights into how Ontario’s updated HST rebate can work in your favour.

Ontario’s HST rebate is reshaping parts of the new‑home market, and buyers who know the details can benefit the most. This article highlights where savings are most likely, how builder behaviour is shifting, and what to consider before signing. It’s a positive, practical read for anyone planni...

04/29/2026

The latest data from RBC’s Spring Homeownership Poll suggests the desire to own a home is actually on the rise.

04/28/2026

There are things you can do to solve the problem of a small bathroom without having to put on a hard hat.

Whether you find yourself struggling when getting ready in the morning or are constantly tripping over clutter, a small bathroom can be one of the more annoying issues to deal with in a home. Sometimes, expanding a room just isn't possible due to budget or space reasons. An ideal way to make the mos...

04/25/2026

Not sure what you need to sell your house? This is for you.

So, you’ve decided to sell your home. It’s big stuff! With big decisions that need to be made, it can be exciting, even if a bit overwhelming. There are so many moving parts, it can be a challenge to figure out where to start. Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered.

04/24/2026

Canadians looking to purchase recreational properties should prepare for higher prices in 2026, as vacation home values are expected to continue climbing despite broader economic concerns dampening buyer enthusiasm in some regions.

All provincial markets are anticipated to see price gains this year, with Saskatchewan and Manitoba leading the charge at 5.5 per cent growth to a median price of $296,877. Atlantic Canada follows closely behind with a projected five per cent increase, bringing median prices to $361,305.

04/23/2026

Being short on square footage doesn’t mean you’ll fall short when it comes to the market.