by REM Editorial Team | May 28, 2025 | News
In the past, the golden years often came with a smaller home, a paid-off mortgage and the comfort of a simpler life. But those expectations no longer hold true for many Canadians approaching retirement, according to a new Royal LePage survey. Nearly half of Canadians...
by REM Editorial Team | May 27, 2025 | News
Buying a one-bedroom condo in the Greater Toronto Area isn’t just about square footage; it could mean a budget six figures more if a wishlist includes a parking space. An analysis of 2024 data from Wahi shows how costly parking can be in certain neighbourhoods. In...
by Courtney Zwicker | May 26, 2025 | Boards & Associations, News
Realtors in Kingston, Ont. will cast their vote—again—in June to decide whether they will form a single entity with their peers across Eastern Ontario, but some members are citing concerns with the process. A special meeting of the Kingston and Area Real Estate...
by Jordana Springgay | May 26, 2025 | News
A new wave of Canadian homebuyers is entering the market armed with digital tools, family support and a hint of financial pressure. According to the 2025 CMHC Mortgage Consumer Survey, the share of first-time homebuyers is on the rise, digital research is the norm...
by Courtney Zwicker | May 23, 2025 | Boards & Associations, Legal Issues, News
Former Calgary Realtor Eric Drinkwater, who is charged with $1.9-million in alleged fraud, is facing a potential lifetime cancellation of his licence after a regulatory hearing on Thursday.~ Drinkwater appeared in a virtual disciplinary hearing held by the Real Estate...
by Courtney Zwicker | May 21, 2025 | Legal Issues, News
Image source: RateMyAgent.com A husband and wife who claim they were scammed by former Calgary Realtor Eric Drinkwater say roadblocks with the Real Estate Council of Alberta are adding to their strife as they seek justice. The couple, who asked to remain...
