It certainly isn't cold as we enter the dog days of summer.  But something is on the rise other than the weather.  The rise of the BRRRR strategy in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). In a market like the GTA—where affordability is tight and traditional investing doesn’t always cash flow easily, investors are increasingly turning to a strategy that’s been popular in the U.S. for years: BRRRR. It stands for Buy, Renovate, Rent, Refinance, Repeat, and it’s... [read more]

The TRREB Market Watch for September 2025 highlights a market in transition. While overall sales activity picked up compared to last year, a surge in new and active listings has given buyers more options. With inventory levels rising and homes staying longer on the market, average prices have slipped, signaling a more balanced environment across the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). Year-over-Year Highlights Here’s how September 2025 compared to September 2024: Sales: 5,592... [read more]

The Bank of Canada has opted to keep its key interest rate at 2.75%, maintaining a cautious approach to the country’s economic recovery. After seven consecutive rate cuts, many anticipated another reduction, but stronger-than-expected GDP growth shifted the outlook. So, what does this mean for the real estate market in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA)? Let’s break it down. A Steady Rate Amid Economic Resilience Canada’s first-quarter 2025 GDP report exceeded... [read more]

The GTA housing market is shifting in favour of buyers. Home sales dropped 23.1% year-over-year, while new listings surged 28.6%, creating more choices and stronger negotiating power for buyers. Average prices dipped 2.5% to $1.09M, with properties taking longer to sell. March was a wake-up call. Sales dropped. Listings surged. And prices? They’re slipping just enough to raise eyebrows- and opportunities. If you’re buying or selling real estate in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA),... [read more]