Join real estate analyst Daniel Foch for the latest Monthly Market Call, presented in partnership with Real Estate Magazine. In this deep-dive session, Daniel breaks down the most significant developments shaping Canada’s housing market, rental landscape, and economic environment.
This month’s discussion includes:
- Mortgage renewals are expected to peak next year, creating financial pressure for many borrowers
- Vacancy rates are rising nationally, putting stress on investor cash flows
- Rents are declining in several markets, improving rental affordability
- Canadian household debt has reached record levels
- Purpose-built rental construction is at historic highs
- CMHC MLI Select has shifted construction risk and increased bank exposure
- Building permits remain elevated, creating significant pent-up supply
- High interest rates are the biggest constraint on new rental development
- Developers are delaying condo closings due to weak buyer capacity
- Population growth is slowing, especially among international students
- Markets tied to post-secondary institutions are seeing the largest vacancy increases
Whether you’re a real estate, broker, investor or industry observer, this session offers data-driven insights to help you navigate Canada’s evolving real estate landscape.
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