Province announces lower downpayment plan, RECO cracks down, Economy 'on life support', More

View in browser The province is counting on credit unions to fund a flurry of new 2%-down mortgages View web version | Forward to a colleague 05 February 2026 Top News Inside Nova Scotia's new move to slash first-time buyer downpayments The province is counting on credit unions to fund a flurry of new 2%-down mortgages RECO cracks down on four more real estate brokerages Regulator finds $2.7m improperly taken from trust accounts Canadian economy 'on life support' as rate cuts fail to lift growth Recession looming, says economist in dire warning about Canada outlook Province cuts minimum home downpayments to 2% Pilot aims to lower cash barrier as affordability strains first-time buyers Toronto office comeback lifts leasing above vacancies for first time since 2019 Downtown-led rebound tightens trophy supply and reshapes GTA office risk International News Here's what could make or break a 2026 housing market recovery Cautious optimism is growing about this year's outlook, but there are still plenty of variables Bank of England announces first rate decision of 2026 After cutting the base rate in December, central bank makes its first move of the year Housing supply central to inflation fight Housing shortage, tight labour conditions forcing policymakers to change tack Flat prices, lower rates: NZ housing enters slow‑burn recovery Cautious recovery favours first‑home buyers and patient investors Want to change how you receive these emails? You can manage your preferences or unsubscribe. © 2025 KM Business Information Canada Ltd. 317 Adelaide Street West, Toronto, ON Privacy | Conditions of Use | About us | Contact us

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