Create a detailed asset inventory, including property, bank accounts, investments, and digital assets for your estate.Create a will to determine asset distribution; appoint an executor, beneficiaries, and a guardian for children.Read more
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Rent inflation is expected to slow with reduced immigration and weaker population growth. Immigration targets reduced by 20%, affecting temporary residents who are primary renters.Read more
Ontario offers numerous appealing retirement destinations, featuring stunning natural scenery, low crime rates, and quality healthcare. Notable small towns include Niagara-on-the-Lake, known for its wineries and historical sites; Collingwood, ideal for outdoor enthusiasts; and Innisfil, with its recreational programs for seniors. Other highlights are Owen Sound's waterfalls, Bracebridge's lakes, and Peterborough's blend of city andRead more
Canadian home prices set to rise 6% in 2025, reaching $856,692 by Q4. Single-family home prices will rise 7% to $900,833, while condos rise 3.5% to $605,993.Read more
Ontario's housing market is dominated by apartments, comprising 83.72% of new home sales, signaling a growing urban trend. Single-family homes rank second in Ontario, representing 10% of new sales, highlighting suburban preferences.Read more
Ontario lowers new housing projections for coming years, missing its 1.5M home target. 2024’s target of 125K homes has been reduced to 81,300 due to economic factors.Read more
The City of Vaughan's 2025 budget and 2026 financial plan were adopted during a special council budget meeting on December 17. Continue to full articleRead more
Grey County Council has approved its 2025 budget, totaling $302.4 million, with a property levy increase of 3.33%. This will raise the county portion of residential property taxes by $12.95 per $100,000 assessed value, resulting in an estimated annual increase of $37.42 for an average home. Key projects include the Rockwood Terrace Redevelopment, new paramedicRead more
Raising the insured mortgage cap to $1.5 million may increase market activity, especially in the Greater Toronto Area. Around 20% of homes fall within the new range, with the GTA’s median home price at $1.2 million.Read more
Mississauga is exploring plans to increase housing by allowing smaller homes and more semi-detached homes. Recent changes to city bylaws permit additional residential units like garden suites and fourplexes. The city aims to update zoning to facilitate more semi-detached homes in areas currently limited to detached homes and to adjust lot requirements for smaller detachedRead more
