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Could 2026 Be Toronto’s Pre-Rebound Pause Year? | MrHunter.ca
Slide 1 2026 looks like a reset year, not a boom. Slide 2 Toronto prices may dip ~4% before stabilizing. Slide 3 Inventory surge means leverage quietly shifts to buyers. Slide 4 Sales could recover first; prices may wait until 2027.
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Ontario Housing Market Offers New Opportunities for Buyers
Ontario's housing market is expected to see a significant price drop in 2026, with Greater Toronto Area home prices forecasted to fall by 6.4%, repeating last year's decline. Despite lower prices, average GTA home costs remain above $1 million. Inventory has increased by 16.8%, offering more options for buyers. Nationally, single-family home prices may rise…
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Affordable Opportunities Emerging in Toronto Condos | MrHunter.ca
Toronto condos are projected to continue price declines in early 2026. Buyers may benefit from increasing affordability and potential future price stabilization. Market distress will persist due to tight immigration and slow demand. Non-permanent resident and student restrictions may limit buyer pool further. Recovery is expected later in 2026 if immigration and demand improve.
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How Will Toronto’s Condo Recovery Evolve by 2027? | MrHunter.ca
Slide 1: Toronto condos? New projects launch only in core, transit, or “smart infill” sites first. Slide 2: Smaller, luxury, and 900+ sq.ft units are surviving; tiny condos dropped 20% value. Slide 3: Builders pivot: 18-storey towers, modest scale, high-end finishes—avoid long absorption risk. Slide 4: Investor-driven presales are collapsing; institutional and CMHC-backed rentals now…
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Expert Tips to Plan a Smooth Home Renovation | MrHunter.ca
Homeowners should clarify the purpose of their renovation before starting any project. Creating a detailed renovation plan helps avoid costly mistakes and keeps design and construction aligned. Licensed professionals are essential for plumbing, electrical, or gas work to ensure safety and code compliance. Setting a realistic budget, managing expectations, and planning for delays reduces stress…
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Is Toronto 2026 a Mini-Boom or Slow Melt? | MrHunter.ca
Slide 1 GTA home prices are forecast to fall modestly through 2026, not crash. Slide 2 Sales activity is expected to slowly increase as affordability improves. Slide 3 Inventory remains elevated, keeping upward price pressure weak. Slide 4 Expert forecasts differ: some predict slight growth, others deeper declines. Slide 5 2026 may feel like balance…
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Toronto sees jump in multi-unit building starts in December, leading Canada’s largest cities
Toronto saw a 151% year-over-year increase in multi-unit building starts in December, leading Canada's largest cities. Montreal experienced a 123% rise across various dwelling types, while Vancouver had a 17% increase mainly in multi-unit dwellings. Nationally, housing starts reached 259,028 in 2025, a 5.6% increase from 2024, with rental housing comprising over half of urban…
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GTA Home Market Set for Strong Recovery by 2026
Home sales in the Greater Toronto Area declined by 11.2% in 2025 amid economic uncertainty, with 62,433 homes sold. New listings increased by 10.1%, reaching 186,753, leading to improved affordability. The average selling price dropped 4.7% to $1,067,968. December saw a 6.3% decline in benchmark prices and a 5.1% drop in average selling price to…
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More Homes Available for Buyers in Greater Toronto Area 2025
Home sales in the Greater Toronto Area in 2025 hit their lowest level since 2000, with only about half of listed homes selling. Nearly 47% of unique listings expired, were terminated, or remain unsold. There were 60,597 resale transactions, less than half the peak in 2021 and lower than during the 2008 financial crisis. The…
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6 ways to cut your mortgage down to size
To pay down your mortgage faster and save on interest, make prepayments when allowed, and keep payments steady if your interest rate drops to reduce principal faster. Increase payments if your income rises and use renewal periods for lump sum payments without penalties. Opt for bi-weekly payments, consider flexible mortgages for prepayment options, or choose…