Canada’s Housing Market Sees 2025 Surge Driven by Rental Boom, But Future Momentum Slows Canada’s housing market concluded 2025 with a significant uplift in residential construction, marking a robust period for housing starts. According to data released by the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. (CMHC), the federal housing agency, housing starts across the nation rose … Read more
The Canadian real estate market experienced a significant shift following the Bank of Canada’s decision to pause interest rate hikes. After a series of aggressive increases throughout 2022, which saw the benchmark interest rate climb to 4.5 per cent by January 2023, the central bank opted to hold steady. This pivotal decision has had a … Read more
BCREA contributes a monthly column to REM, published on the first Wednesday of each month. Interested in contributing to REM? We’d love to hear from you! Email us at [email protected]. The Unified Voice of BC Realtors: Navigating Change and Advocating for the Future In the vibrant and ever-evolving real estate landscape of British Columbia, approximately … Read more
Quebec Real Estate Market Navigates Normalization: A Comprehensive 2023 Review The Quebec Professional Association of Real Estate Brokers (QPAREB) has released its comprehensive report for 2023, shedding light on a year of significant adjustments and evolving dynamics within the province’s residential property market. The report indicates a total of 75,853 residential sales across Quebec last … Read more
Century 21 Élite Forges a Real Estate Powerhouse in Gatineau Through Major Merger In a significant move poised to redefine the real estate landscape across Quebec’s dynamic Outaouais region, Century 21 Élite has officially announced its strategic merger with the former Century 21 Multi-Services Inc. in Gatineau. This pivotal alliance consolidates two strong entities, creating … Read more
The Unspoken Power: Why Deep Listening Trumps Mere Contact in Building True Connection In our hyper-connected yet often isolated world, the importance of “reaching out” to others is a constant refrain. We’re frequently encouraged to maintain contact with friends, family, and colleagues, especially during challenging times. While making initial contact is a commendable first step, … Read more
The Unspoken Truth of Client Disappointment: Why Post-Sale Engagement is Crucial for Real Estate Agents In the highly competitive and relationship-driven world of real estate, every agent strives for excellence. I, for one, always considered myself to be a paradigm of professional dedication: a hard-working, meticulously organized, and fashionably dressed real estate agent. My self-perception … Read more
Navigating the New Normal: Business Adaptability and Strategic Evolution We are currently witnessing an era of unprecedented global transformation, a period that has irrevocably reshaped the economic landscape and forced businesses worldwide to confront their deepest vulnerabilities. What was once considered a stable, predictable market environment has given way to rapid, often disorienting change. Many … Read more
Major Shift Underway: OREA Set to Conclude Role in Ontario Real Estate Licensing Education A pivotal change is on the horizon for Ontario’s real estate sector. The Ontario Real Estate Association (OREA), a cornerstone of professional development for decades, is reportedly set to lose its agreement to provide real estate licensing education in the province … Read more
Brick + Mortar Realty: Pioneering a New Era in Toronto Real Estate Sales & Consulting for Developers Toronto’s dynamic real estate landscape has just welcomed a formidable new player: Brick + Mortar Realty. Founded by esteemed industry veterans Kent Wengler and Alexander Bruni, this innovative real estate sales brokerage and consulting firm is set to … Read more