Good and bad news for first-time buyer, Toronto condo crisis worsens, BoC seen holding firm, More

View in browser The good and bad news facing first-time homebuyers in Canada’s 2026 housing market View web version | Forward to a colleague 23 April 2026 Top News The good and bad news facing first-time homebuyers in Canada’s 2026 housing market Industry executives say new buyers have a stronger purchasing outlook than in recent years – but in pricier cities, gifted downpayments remain a big part of the market Bank of Canada seen holding firm despite oil-driven inflation spike CPA Canada sees oil driven inflation but little reason for an emergency rate move Toronto condo market hits bottom as unsold units pile up Record standing inventory and a one-year HST break set up a slow reset Industry veteran Mark Squire joins TMG The Mortgage Group Former Verico chief to join brokerage on May 1 Housing affordability worsens again in 10 of 13 major Canadian cities, says Ratehub Modest price gains rather than rate moves pushed required incomes higher across much of the country International News ‘Worst condo market in 10 years’ shows no sign of brightening Surging fees put the squeeze on buyers Canberra wants to meddle with the world’s most property-obsessed market May Budget looms as a turning point for middle-income Australians What the latest inflation increase means for the mortgage market Industry members weigh in on the Bank of England’s next move Townhouses surge as NZ new‑build market shifts south Affordability, design shifts, and South Island strength reshape townhouse demand Want to change how you receive these emails? You can manage your preferences or unsubscribe. © 2026 KM Business Information Canada Ltd. 317 Adelaide Street West, Toronto, ON Privacy | Conditions of Use | About us | Contact us

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