David Reid Takes the Helm as OREA President: Steering Ontario’s Real Estate into a New Era The Ontario Real Estate Association (OREA) proudly announces the appointment of David Reid, a highly respected real estate salesperson based in Muskoka, as its new President. This significant leadership change marks a pivotal moment for OREA and the broader … Read more
Just weeks into his impactful new role as President of Sotheby’s International Realty Canada, Mustafa Abbasi is poised to significantly shape the future of luxury real estate in Canada. Driven by an ambitious vision, Abbasi is dedicated to not only preserving the esteemed legacy of the Sotheby’s brand but also propelling this historic luxury powerhouse … Read more
Understanding Property Size Misrepresentation in Real Estate: Lessons from Issa v. Wilson In the dynamic world of real estate, accurate information is the cornerstone of trust and fair transactions. Prospective homebuyers meticulously review property details, with the listed size, often expressed in square footage, being a primary factor influencing their decision-making process. Real estate professionals … Read more
The Canadian Rental Crisis: Navigating the Path to Homeownership Amidst Soaring Costs The narrative of rapidly escalating rent costs across Canada’s major urban centers is not merely a passing trend; it has become a defining characteristic of the nation’s housing landscape. This persistent upward trajectory in rental prices, coupled with the steady increase in homeownership … Read more
Americans Eye Canada: A Surge in Interest Amidst U.S. Election Volatility As the United States presidential election cycle intensifies, a recurring phenomenon is once again taking hold: a significant number of Americans are casting their gaze northward. Recent data from Royal LePage, a prominent Canadian real estate firm, reveals a remarkable surge in website traffic … Read more
Sheila Henry Inaugurated as NBREA President: Charting a Course for New Brunswick Real Estate (2018-2020 Term) The New Brunswick Real Estate Association (NBREA) proudly announced the installation of Sheila Henry as its new president for the highly anticipated 2018-2020 term. This significant leadership transition marks a pivotal moment for the association, signaling a renewed focus … Read more
Properly Secures $100 Million Investment to Revolutionize Canadian Real Estate Canadian real estate technology innovator, Properly, has announced a significant milestone with the securing of a $100 million credit facility. This substantial investment is earmarked to fuel the company’s ambitious growth plans across Canada, signaling a new era for home buying and selling in the … Read more
xTradeHomes is poised to revolutionize the real estate industry with its innovative automated service, designed to empower real estate agents and streamline the complex process of buying and selling homes. Launching initially in Alberta, this pioneering platform promises to enable agents to facilitate home sales in mere minutes, without requiring any advanced technical expertise. Unlocking … Read more
Don’t miss out—join us online for REM’s monthly market breakdown on Jan. 27 at 2 PM ET. Columnist Daniel Foch will analyze CREA’s latest stats, regional variations and what shifting sentiment means for Realtors—register here. The Canadian housing market concluded 2025 in a state of deceptive calm, a stark contrast to the turbulent … Read more
A Timeless Legacy: LSTAR’s Past Presidents Share Wisdom, Charting the Future of Real Estate The London and St. Thomas Association of Realtors (LSTAR) recently celebrated a profound tradition, bringing together twenty-two of its distinguished past presidents for the annual Past Presidents Dinner. Held at the elegant Highland Country Club, this esteemed gathering was more than … Read more