When the housing market slows down, it's easy to focus on one thing: interest rates. And while rates certainly matter, they're only one part of the equation. For many buyers in Wilmot, New Hamburg, Baden, New Dundee, St. Agatha, and the surrounding area, a slower...

With a municipal election coming up, housing affordability will understandably be part of the conversation. Every day we hear discussion about rising home prices, sky-high rents, new housing development, affordable and seniors' housing, property taxes, and what local...

  Recent comments from the Bank of Canada have put homeowners and prospective buyers on alert. While interest rates have remained unchanged in recent months, policymakers have warned that persistently high gasoline prices could create new inflationary pressures,...

  For many aspiring homeowners in Waterloo Region, saving for a down payment can be the biggest obstacle to purchasing a home. Fortunately, the Region of Waterloo's Affordable Home Ownership Program is designed to help eligible renters bridge that gap and achieve...

  If you're buying a home in Wilmot, Ontario, understanding your closing costs is just as important as saving for your down payment. Many buyers are surprised to learn that several expenses must be paid on closing day in addition to the purchase price of the home....

September 2026 Mortgage Rate Update: What Canada's Latest Jobs Report and Rate Decision Mean for Homeowners Published September 2026   The first week of September delivered two major economic developments that are shaping the mortgage landscape in Canada: the...