Nova Scotia Realtors want province to drop planned increase to deed transfer tax
The Nova Scotia government's plan to double a deed transfer tax for non-resident homebuyers needs to be reconsidered,…
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Living paycheque to paycheque? Here’s how to break the cycle
It can be a common misconception: living paycheque to paycheque only happens to those that earn a low income. But that’s…
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Canadian household net worth climbs as assets gain, but debt levels also rising
Canadian households saw their net worth grow by $236.3 billion (+1.4%) in the fourth quarter of 2024, pushing total…
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Mortgage market braces for impact as one million renewals loom and defaults climb
Canada’s mortgage market is rebounding, with new originations up 39% year-over-year, according to Equifax’s latest Q4…
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Canadian building permit values fell 3.2% in January
The total value of building permits issued in Canada fell 3.2% in January, reaching $12.8 billion, according to…
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Economists react to the Bank of Canada’s 25-bps rate cut: What’s next for rates?
The Bank of Canada cut its overnight rate by 25 basis points to 2.75%, its seventh straight cut. While expected, the…
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Ontario backs down on electricity surcharge after Trump threatens 50% tariffs
Ontario has backed away from its controversial 25% surcharge on electricity exports to the U.S., following sharp…
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Slower B.C. real estate sales blamed on U.S. tariff uncertainty, association says
The British Columbia Real Estate Association says tariff uncertainty has slowed housing activity.
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