Don’t use quantitative easing (QE), to protect banks against their poor business decisions.
Why mortgage defaults don't help predict a housing correction
Mortgage delinquencies and defaults are terrible predictors of housing market corrections.
Rates show signs of moderating in late 2023 or 2024
The Canadian economy is showing early signs of a recession in 2023. Headwinds from aggressive central bank interest rate hikes are gaining strength, and the housing market has already seen a sharp decline since spring.
Is consumer confidence a good predictor of economic performance?
Consumer confidence is a valuable tool for predicting economic growth but a poor predictor of home values.
Will Canadian house prices go down in 2023
As we look towards 2023, it is vital for Canadians to be aware of the potential risks in real estate and to take steps to protect themselves and their investments.
The Real Estate Cycle: Are we entering recession?
We are entering the third stage of the real estate cycle characterized by hyper-supply stage. During this stage, investors should be cautious and many would-be buyers step aside to the sidelines.
Canadian Confidence in the Real Estate Market Plumets
Less than 20% of Canadians believe home prices will be higher in 6 months. Find out the key reasons why Canadians have lost confidence in what they used to believe was the “safest investment” available.
When will Baby Boomers Downsize
Many Baby Boomers might choose to sell in 2023. Here are five key drivers of boomers’ decision to downsize and potentially add a lot of housing supply to the market.