The Bank of Canada announced its fourth interest rate increase - but what does this mean for real estate? Here, the experts break it down.

What the July 13th rate increase means for real estate (and you)

The rate hike is all a part of the BoC’s goal of lowering inflation—but how exactly should you be thinking about it? We asked an expert to help us understand this recent increase, and how to strategically approach buying, investing, or selling right now.

July 13th: the BoC announced its 4th interest rate hike. Here’s what it means for real estate (and you)

The Bank of Canada announced its third interest rate increase - but what does this mean for you? We asked the experts to break it down.

What the June 1st interest rate increase means for you

The Bank of Canada (BoC) announced its third interest rate increase on June 1st. But what does this mean for you? We asked the experts to break down the potential impact of this news on buyers and sellers alike.

On June 1st, the BOC announced another interest rate hike. Here’s what it means for you

Curious about the real estate market in Vancouver? Properly's Instant Estimate reveals recent trends in home values across the region.

Report: Vancouver home values change amid pandemic

With Properly’s Instant Estimate tool launching today in Vancouver (Canada’s most accurate free home value calculator), we used its AI-powered technology to take stock of the Vancouver and the Fraser Valley regions to see how home values have changed during the pandemic.

How has the pandemic impacted home values in Vancouver? A new report highlights which neighbourhoods have changed the most

Post-interest rate hike, what's the Canadian real estate market doing? Here's what one pricing expert is noticing in Toronto and Vancouver.

Real estate right now: Toronto and Vancouver

Curious what the housing market is doing post-interest rate hike? We sat down with Properly Pricing Manager Arieh Dales to gain insight into some notable trends in Vancouver and Toronto, and what we can be optimistic about in this current real estate environment.

Real estate right now: What one expert is noticing in Toronto and Vancouver

The 2022 Federal Budget outlines 5 major steps towards making home ownership more affordable for all Canadians.

2022 Budget: Making housing more affordable in Canada

The 2022 Federal Budget outlines significant actions the Canadian government is planning to take to make home ownership more affordable for Canadians, including incentivizing first-time buyers, accelerating construction, and placing limits around house flipping and blind bidding. What does this mean for you? Let's take a closer look.

Federal Budget highlights: 5 steps towards making Canada's housing market more affordable

In light of the Bank of Canada's 2022 interest rate hikes, we're asking ourselves: is making a real estate move financially viable right now?

“Should I still move?” What the BoC’s interest rate hikes really means for buyers

In light of the Bank of Canada's 2022 interest rate hikes, we're asking ourselves: is making a real estate move financially viable right now? When's the best time for Canadians to buy or sell a home? We tapped our team of Properly housing experts to answer these questions, and more. In a nutshell: the upward movement of interest rates shouldn’t prevent you from adjusting your strategy and entering the real estate market as you intended to this year.

“Should I still move?” What the BoC’s interest rate hikes really mean for Canadian homebuyers

If you're reading this, you've probably heard the news that the Bank of Canada hiked up its benchmark interest rate from 0.5% to 1%.

Fixed vs. variable mortgages in Canada: Which is better for today’s homebuyer?

The Bank of Canada (BoC)'s recent interest rate hike from 0.5% to 1% is prompting many Canadians to compare fixed vs. variable mortgages as they look to buy a new home in 2022. Here is how our internal real estate and financial experts have been thinking about it at Properly.

Over the past 10 years, the number of EV-enabled homes sold in Toronto and Vancouver has skyrocketed. And so have their prices.

REPORT: Electric vehicle chargers drive up home prices

Here’s how much electric vehicle chargers drive up home prices in Toronto and Vancouver

Find out which Toronto neighbourhoods (and which home types) experienced the most appreciation over the past two years.

Toronto home values increased 21% during the pandemic

Here’s how much Toronto home values have increased during the pandemic

Homes purchased in the six months prior to the start of COVID-19 in Oshawa (48%), Georgina (46%) and Brock (46%) saw the greatest appreciati

GTA homes bought before COVID-19 have increased 48% in value

Homes purchased in the six months prior to the start of COVID-19 in Oshawa (48%), Georgina (46%) and Brock (46%) saw the greatest appreciation

Homes Bought in GTA Suburbs Before COVID-19 Jumped By Up To 48% In Value; according to Properly’s Instant Estimate

As the homebuying season ramps up, 4 in 5 Ontarians are concerned about in-person showings during the pandemic

Does COVID-19 mean the end of home showings?

COVID-19 has changed the way many of us think about home. Home is the office, the classroom, the gym, and the spot for date night. Our recen

COVID-19 is causing Millennials to seek bigger homes in 2021

COVID-19 has changed the way many of us think about home. Home is the office, the classroom, the gym, and the spot for date night. Our recent survey shows that millennials’ perspectives on their homes have shifted more than any other generation this year. As we move into our second year at home, roughly half (48%) of millennials report being happy with where they live, as compared with 67% before the pandemic hit.

New year, new home: Millennials are seeking more space as the pandemic moves into 2021

Despite the initial impacts of the pandemic and its resulting economic turmoil on the Canadian real estate market, BMO Senior Economist Robe

Great year for home prices in these Toronto neighbourhoods

Despite the initial impacts of the pandemic and its resulting economic turmoil on the Canadian real estate market, BMO Senior Economist Robert Kavcic says that 2020 “will be a banner year for the Canadian housing market.” Home prices in October were up 10.9% year-over-year – the fastest rate of price appreciation recorded on CREA’s Home Price Index since August 2017 – and home sale volume beat the previous October record by 14,000 homes.

It was a great year for home prices in these Toronto neighbourhoods

The last several weeks have been nerve-racking for Canadian homeowners and the world at large. A global pandemic and the resulting economic 

The Impact of COVID-19 on Canadian Real Estate

The last several weeks have been nerve-racking for Canadian homeowners and the world at large. A global pandemic and the resulting economic turmoil have combined to create an extreme level of unease for home buyers and sellers in Canada.

To better understand the picture, Properly’s experienced team of data analysts and real estate experts conducted a deep dive into the impact of past pandemics and economic downturns on the housing market. While we can’t predict what will happen in the future, we are here to provide perspective on patterns observed in the past.

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