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Homesteading has risen in popularity in recent years, partially thanks to media exposure and the rise of remote work that makes self-sufficient living more possible. Many individuals and families in Canada look to homesteading to regain their independence far away from urban areas and closer to the land. Others live near urban centers but use…

When you’re in the market for a new home, one of the most important questions you’ll need to answer is how much you can afford to put down as a down payment. In Canada, the amount of a down payment can vary greatly depending on the type of home you’re buying, the size of the…

With the annual RE/MAX R4 conference currently underway in Las Vegas, RE/MAX Canada took an evening to celebrate some big wins north of the border, at the Canada reception held on February 26. In what was a competitive and unprecedented year for real estate, RE/MAX Canada is thrilled to recognize such a distinguished and deserving…

Since the 17th century, fireplaces have been common additions to homes. While design trends have changed over the years, fireplaces have remained a popular feature for homes. Although they are not typically used for cooking anymore, they are still a source of heat and light for people looking to lower their utility bills. In the…

Here is something you may not have heard in a while: the Canadian real estate market is inching closer to balanced market conditions. That’s right. After the buying frenzy in 2020 and 2021, Canada’s housing sector significantly cooled off in 2022, driven by the Bank of Canada (BoC) raising interest rates, which resulted in market…

As remote work has become increasingly normal for many office jobs, Canadians have taken advantage of the opportunity to live in rural areas like towns, villages and out in the country. A few have even taken up homesteading to live self-sufficiently. There are many advantages to working remotely in a rural area, and with these…

It is no secret that the Canadian real estate market has been shifting over the last year. Home prices have tumbled, and sales activity has fallen. The Bank of Canada (BoC) has been raising interest rates since March 2022 to return the annual inflation rate to its two-per-cent target rate. In the process, this tightening…

While cost of living remains top of mind in the Halifax housing market, red tape impeding development and “missing middle” housing is a prominent consideration this year, according to the 2023 Real Estate Industry Trends Report. Together, these factors have contributed to stifling accessible and affordable housing options in a market that is already facing…

Aside from the factors that are expected to impact the broader Canadian real estate market in 2023, such as the rising cost of living and housing supply shortages, higher taxes are also likely to be top of mind in the Winnipeg housing market in 2023. “Winnipeg is unique in that it’s currently experiencing rising taxation…

Amid a fluctuating economic environment, Canadian homebuyers and sellers are optimistic that 2023 could yield a more-balanced market, according to RE/MAX Canada’s 2023 Industry Trends Report. The report examines key economic and transactional trends that are likely to impact Canadian homebuyers and sellers, and the broader real estate industry this year. When it comes to…