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Brian Patey || June 22, 2026

Appraisal vs. Home Inspection: What Newfoundland & Labrador Buyers Should Know

When buying a home, there are a lot of moving parts. Between the offer, financing, conditions, paperwork, and timelines, it is easy for certain terms to blend together. Two that often get confused are...

Brian Patey || June 17, 2026

Home sales rise in May as buyers return to a stabilizing market

Canada’s housing market showed signs of renewed momentum in May, with national home sales rising 5.5% from April, according to the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA). The gain marked the first...

Brian Patey || June 01, 2026

Is Canada in a recession? Economists say the answer is more complicated

Canada’s economy showed little growth at the start of 2026, raising fresh questions about whether the country has slipped into a technical recession. Statistics Canada reported that...

Brian Patey || February 18, 2026

Home sales slump to start 2026 as correction deepens

Canada's housing market began the year on a soft note, with home sales falling 5.8% from December, according to the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA). Compared to January 2025, sales were down...