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On March 10, 2025, Surrey City Council endorsed new land use designations for the South Westminster Neighbourhood Concept Plan (NCP). The plan specifies the creation of a Transit Village near the Scott Road SkyTrain station. The Transit Village will include designated areas for housing and retail, as well as areas reserved for mixed employment and industrial uses.  Background The South Westminster NCP was originally approved in 2003 and has since undergone several revisions. In 2022, Surrey City Council authorized staff to update the plan to better reflect current market conditions and development challenges, including issues such as flood plain risk,…

— We take our content seriously. This article was written by a real person at BREL. Are you looking to sell your Toronto home? Here’s our best advice for avoiding the 100 most common mistakes sellers make. Quick Links to the Most Common Seller Mistakes: Home Preparation & Staging Mistakes 1. Not deep-cleaning your house before putting it on the market.  Buyers assume that homes that are messy or dirty haven’t been properly maintained either…which means less interest from buyers and lower offers. Don’t feel like cleaning? Bring in a professional (or work with an agent who’ll take care of this…

It’s no secret that Canada’s homebuilding industry has seen better days. As we closed out 2024, factors such as labour shortages, high interest rates, and climbing development fees had resulted in the pause or cancellation of many new housing projects – and that was before tariffs shifted from talking point to stark reality. Now, the development industry’s worry is that an ongoing trade war with the US could impact everything from consumer confidence to the pace of new home construction. Canadian developers are preparing for the full impact of the 25% United States (US) tariffs on steel and aluminium products…

Solo homeownership is on the rise, and while it may be financially challenging to achieve, it’s not impossible. Saving for the traditional single-family detached home with one income, particularly as a first-time home buyer, can be a massive hurdle. But saving for a condo apartment, often thousands of dollars cheaper, substantially cuts down the savings timeline.  With an average savings account balance of $20,540, as reported by the Federal Reserve, individuals under 35 already have a notable portion of a condo down payment saved. So assuming solo condo buyers can use the full $20,540 towards their down payment, Zoocasa calculated…

Realtors on the front lines are seeing the fallout from Canada’s trade war with the U.S. unfold in real time as would-be homebuyers grow increasingly hesitant to make a move. There has been a measurable shift in consumer confidence, with many clients adopting a “wait and see” approach—and the data backs it up.    Consumer confidence takes a hit as tariffs bite   Homes sales fell “sharply” in February, according to CREA, dropping 10 per cent month over month, marking the lowest level for home sales since November 2023, and the largest month-over-month decline since May 2022. “The moment tariffs…

Royal LePage®, in collaboration with Broker’s Playbook, has officially launched a new initiative designed to connect property investors with a network of highly-trained real estate professionals. This program, introduced under the RLP InvestorsEdge™ brand, is part of a major rollout aimed at enhancing the support available to residential real estate investors throughout every stage of the investment process. Expert Market Analysis Participating real estate professionals are rigorously trained to have the expertise to offer in-depth local and national market insights. Their expertise, honed through an exclusive training curriculum developed by Broker’s Playbook, helps investors understand current market trends, evaluate property…

Buttonwood Property Management And Rental Services Is Pleased To Offer A One Bedroom Plus Den One Bathroom Condo For Rent Located At 16 Harrison Garden Boulevard Toronto (Willowdale East), Ontario M2N 7J6 This Is A Great Prestigious Building “Residence Of Avondale” Is Located In The Heart Of North York! Large Unit With A Den That Has French Doors. Great Location: Steps From Sheppard-Yonge Station, TTC And Go Bus Stop Min To Hwy 401 Mel Lastman Square Entertainment Shopping 24 Hr Grocery Store Downstairs And Much More!   Building Amenities Include But Not Limited To: Indoor Pool Gym Sauna Party Room…

[Editor’s Note: This article will continue to be updated as the CCAA creditor protection proceedings for Hudson’s Bay progresses. Last update: March 18, 2025.]Canada’s oldest retailer and one of its most-storied companies, the Hudson’s Bay Company, is insolvent. It’s a stunning turn of events for a company that is so deeply ingrained in Canada’s history, and the company’s downfall will undoubtedly be thoroughly analyzed and studied in the days, weeks, and years to come. The Hudson’s Bay Company (HBC) was incorporated on May 2, 1670 — 354 years ago — and was granted creditor protection as an insolvent company under…

Canadians are returning from their tax holiday to find inflation trashed the place while they were gone. Statistics Canada (Stat Can) data shows the Consumer Price Index (CPI) surged in February. An uptick was already expected due to temporary suppression from the tax holidays, but broad inflation has now appeared. The rate was already set to smash through the central bank’s upper tolerance level—before the BoC provided more inflation stimulus with its most recent rate cut. Canadian Inflation Surges As Broad-Based Price Growth Accelerates Canadian inflation got a big boost as growth accelerated and reduction measures eased. CPI saw massive…

Gardening enthusiasts know that the best way to ensure a thriving garden is to start early—especially if you’re aiming for a wide variety of plants. Starting your seeds indoors is a great way to get a head start on the growing season. But how do you do it effectively? And how can you transition your seedlings to the garden without stressing them out? Here are some tips and tricks to help you succeed at starting seeds indoors and transferring them outside for a flourishing garden. Jump Ahead Choosing the Right Seeds for Indoor Starting Not all seeds are suitable for…