by Eric Stober | Jul 31, 2025 | News
Long-term savings are top of mind for the growing number of homebuyers who are considering green features, but higher upfront costs can be a turn-off for some. Toronto Realtor Jamie Dempster told Real Estate Magazine that heat pumps, energy-efficient windows, smart...
by REM Editorial Team | Jul 31, 2025 | News
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by REM Editorial Team | Jul 30, 2025 | News
For many, homeownership in Canada remains unattainable due to high prices and elevated mortgage rates, so how is it possible that the average mortgage balance is on a downward trajectory for young families? According to TD Bank economist Maria Solovieva, one trend...
by REM Editorial Team | Jul 29, 2025 | News
Toronto-based Vivien Sharon has launched an online resource dedicated to helping seniors and their families navigate the complexities of downsizing and estate planning. A broker with Sotheby’s International Realty Canada, Sharon has launched SeniorsMatter.ca, aimed at...
by Mario Toneguzzi | Jul 28, 2025 | Boards & Associations, News
Unauthorized use of real estate lockboxes is becoming a growing concern, prompting regulators, brokerages, and real estate boards to crack down on agents who allow unsupervised access to homes. Designed to securely store keys and facilitate scheduled showings,...
by Eric Stober | Jul 25, 2025 | Boards & Associations, News
(photo: Luigi Favaro with Cathy Polan) The Ontario Real Estate Association (OREA) has named Luigi Favaro as its next CEO. Favaro, currently VP of partnerships for OREA, will take the helm after 17 years with the association. Favaro will begin as CEO on Sept....
