Overnight lending rate remains at 2.25% as economy shows signs of improvement
The following blog post was written by Michelle McNally for Royal LePage – original blog here July 15, 2026 In its fifth scheduled announcement of 2026, the Bank of Canada held the target for the overnight lending rate at 2.25%. This marks the sixth consecutive hold to interest rates since October of last year. Canada’s […]
Canadian home sales rise for third straight month in June as prices stabilize: CREA
The following blog post was written by Michelle McNally for Royal LePage – original blog here July 15, 2026 Canada’s housing market showed further signs of recovery in June, with national home sales rising for a third consecutive month and home prices holding steady after more than a year of declines, according to the latest […]
Canada’s housing market poised for a fall rebound after a slow spring
The following blog post was written by Anne-Elise Cugliari Allegritti for Royal LePage – original blog here July 14, 2026 Following a slow start shaped by a prolonged winter and lingering economic unease, Canada’s spring housing market began to find its footing in May, with momentum carrying into June. Buyers who had been sitting on […]
Housing affordability has improved in Canada’s priciest market, yet half of big city residents are still considering a move
The following blog post was written by Anne-Elise Cugliari Allegritti for Royal LePage – original blog here June 23, 2026 Housing affordability has improved across many of Canada’s major cities in recent years, but for a growing number of urban residents, it may not be enough to stay put. For those living in the country’s […]
Canadian housing market shows signs of stabilization in May
The following blog post was written by Michelle McNally for Royal LePage – original blog here June 16, 2026 Canada’s housing market delivered some encouraging signals in May 2026, with home sales picking up pace and prices showing their strongest stability in over a year, according to the latest report from the Canadian Real Estate […]
Bank of Canada keeps overnight rate at 2.25% as economy stagnates
The following blog post was written by Michelle McNally for Royal LePage – original blog here June 10, 2026 In its fourth scheduled announcement of 2026, the Bank of Canada held the target for the overnight lending rate at 2.25%. This marks the fifth consecutive hold to interest rates since October of last year. As […]
Political instability continues to drive major spikes in U.S. traffic to royallepage.ca
The following blog post was written by Michelle McNally for Royal LePage – original blog here June 3, 2026 The first five months of 2026 have been marked by escalating global tensions, economic turbulence, and deepening political dysfunction in the United States. As uncertainty has tightened its grip on American life, a growing number of […]
Canada’s secondary housing markets show resilience and price growth in Q1 2026
The following blog post was written by Michelle McNally for Royal LePage – original blog here May 28, 2026 When the national housing conversation turns to declining prices, it’s easy to assume the whole country is cooling off. But, zoom out from Toronto and Vancouver, and a different picture emerges – one where secondary markets are proving remarkably […]
Mortgage before marriage? Canadians are prioritizing home ownership over wedding day celebrations
The following blog post was written by Michelle McNally for Royal LePage – original blog here May 21, 2026 With the rising cost of living continuing to reshape financial priorities, more Canadians are rethinking the traditional “dream wedding” in favour of a different long-term goal: home ownership. From smaller guest lists and backyard ceremonies, to […]
4 key trends shaping Toronto’s condo market in 2026
The following blog post was written by Amrit Walia for Royal LePage – original blog here May 7, 2026 If you’ve been following Toronto’s housing market, you’ve likely noticed a shift in tone this year. The condo market has settled into a more balanced, stable rhythm after a few years of post-pandemic ups and downs. While […]