Why the King Street Transit Pilot should be permanent
I just heard that a Toronto City staff report recommends making the King Street Transit Pilot permanent. I am happy to hear this.
Taking another look at increasing property taxes in Toronto
Earlier this year, the Centre for Urban Research and Land Development released a report saying that the City of Toronto could afford to hike residential property taxes by approximately 20% when compared to the median GTHA municipality.
Shared equity mortgages: A good idea going to scale
When the Federal government released its budget in mid-March, those in the housing sector were eager to see what might be in store to help address the pressing need of making housing more affordable.
Why I’m having second thoughts about the First-Time Home Buyer Incentive
So, I’ve had some time to contemplate the federal government’s moves to make buying a home easier and more affordable for first-time buyers, and I’m now having some second thoughts.
Should there be a new top tier of Municipal Land Transfer Tax?
At the end of last week, a proposal came to light regarding the creation of a new top tier of Municipal Land Transfer Tax in Toronto to fund the City’s Housing Allowance Program.
How the government is planning to improve housing affordability for first-time buyers
Finance Minister Bill Morneau tabled the Government of Canada’s Budget 2019 yesterday, and there was an emphasis on improving housing affordability for first-time buyers.
National home sales fall to lowest level since November 2012
The Canadian Real Estate Association released its monthly national sales figures for February 2019, reporting a drop in activity.
Canadians want bigger first-time buyer tax credit in federal budget: survey
There’s no doubt that housing affordability – or the lack thereof – has been one of the biggest financial challenges facing Canadians in recent years. That’s led to growing pressure on the federal government to take action.
Turns out Canada may need more 1-bedroom condos
If you’re reading this and live in Canada, apparently there’s a pretty good chance you live by yourself. This has got me thinking about the upcoming federal election and the state of our country’s housing markets.
Funding announced for 9 innovative affordable housing solutions
The Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation recently announced that it will be funding nine innovative affordable housing solutions through the National Housing Strategy Demonstrations Initiative.
