Could negative interest rates ever come to Canada?
byEarlier this year, The Bank of Canada’s (BoC) Stephen Poloz hinted at the idea of negative interest rates to bolster a sluggish economy. It…
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New mortgage regulations mean fewer first-time buyers will pass the stress test
byYou may have heard “new mortgage regulations” and “stress test” making headlines recently—phrases that prompt an upward trend in blood pressure. So what’s this…
Is it time to revisit Yonge-Dundas Square?
byYonge-Dundas Square has been embraced by Torontonians as a lively entertainment hub in the centre of the city, and functions to a large extent…
Should You Rent Or Buy Your Apartment?
byIf you’re reading this, chances are you’ve been wrestling with this question yourself. A quick Google search for the question “Should I rent or…
The curtain is set to rise on Mirvish+Gehry Toronto
byThe stage has been set for some time, and very soon, the ambitious, larger than life development that will transform King Street will start…
Do Your Kids Have Tenants’ Insurance? Didn’t Think So
byLike many kids who go away to university, I was once a serial tenant, living in six different apartments and houses over an eight-year…
What To Watch For When Purchasing A Condo
bySo you’ve made the leap into home ownership by purchasing a condo that looks great from the designs. You put down a deposit, sign…
Millennials need help with home ownership
byDespite rising home prices, millennials are still interested in home ownership. Reports from two major banks—CIBC and ScotiaBank—have shed light on what millennials…