Market Update

• RBC launches first-of-kind AI-powered budget tool by Steve Randall

  Aims to take the stress out of keeping track of spending

• Canadian homes need stronger wind protection by Steve Randall

  Report calls for a new national standard

• BOC: "Canadian housing sector should return to growth" this year by Steve Randall

  Governor Poloz noted solid activity in many markets

• Atlantic Canada housing market set to sizzle says RE/MAX by Steve Randall

  Average prices are climbing in 75% of markets

• Toronto’s apartment market remains tight, prices climbing by Steve Randall

  TREB says condos remain relatively affordable even with mortgage stress test

• Boost announced for resort communities in BC by Steve Randall

  Added benefits will make housing markets more attractive

• 42% of first-time buyers say the housing market is affordable by Steve Randall

  But they admit that they are unlikely to be able to buy without help

• Toronto has the 5th most expensive coworking space in the world by Steve Randall

  Savills report shows technology sector is a key factor

• Confidence remains subdued ahead of interest rate decision by Steve Randall

  Nationwide confidence has slipped according to weekly poll

• US home prices up almost 5% since last year but growth is slowing by Steve Randall

  FHFA House Price Index reveals 0.3% increase in February