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Young Canadians’ mortgage balances are shrinking, but why?

Young Canadians’ mortgage balances are shrinking, but why?

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...

Persistent challenges in Canada’s rental market: What can be done?

Persistent challenges in Canada’s rental market: What can be done?

by Emma Caplan-Fisher | Feb 20, 2024 | Advice for Agents, News

Canada’s primary rental market is facing major challenges, as large demand continues to outpace available supply. This has weakened affordability and caused record-low rental vacancy rates, as indicated in Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC)’s latest Rental...