JUNE 20, 2025 DAILY NEWS WITH VANESSA TOPPLE
The Federal government’s GST rebate program will save money for first time home buyers, but it appears as thought there is a difference between the PBO and actual numbers the program will cost. Plus, as with any government program, the unintended consequences are what we should pay attention too. ...
read moreJUNE 19, 2025 DAILY NEWS WITH VANESSA TOPPLE
The latest CMHC report tells the story of years of turmoil in the Condo market, specifically with the two largest markets in Canada – Toronto and Vancouver. To no one’s surprise, the effects are far reaching, affecting everyone from investors to developers to owners. ...
read moreJUNE 18, 2025 DAILY NEWS WITH VANESSA TOPPLE
Vancouver development is down and action is needed. So, the city of Vancouver is making what some may say are bold changes. The city is attacking the problem on multiple fronts. ...
read moreNEWS & EVENTS WITH JILLIAN KATZENBACK
Events for the week: Trade Show: The Buildings Show registration is open Golf Events: FRPO Charity Golf Classic ~ Greenwin Cares Charity Tournament ~ OHBA Golf Classic Webinars: FRPO & Synergy Partners ~ Buildings Canada: AP Automation for Construction CFOs Event: BILD Custom Builder & Renovator Summer Social ...
read moreJUNE 16, 2025 DAILY NEWS WITH VANESSA TOPPLE
The latest data on building permits show a significant downward trend with the commercial office asset class looking to be at a standstill. Many factors are playing a roll, from tariffs and immigration to the economy among other things. The slowdown in this asset class isn’t spread evenly across all provinces. And, although overall data shows a downturn, some of the data is positives for some investors. ...
read moreJUNE 13, 2025 DAILY NEWS WITH VANESSA TOPPLE
An Alberta developer faces charges over return of life lease fees. What is a life lease, how does it work and why does it matter? ...
read moreJUNE 12, 2025 DAILY NEWS WITH VANESSA TOPPLE
The Province of New Brunswick has decided to maintain the current rent cap rate of 3 per cent. The details, the critics and opposition parties all share their thoughts and perspectives. ...
read moreJUNE 11, 2025 DAILY NEWS WITH VANESSA TOPPLE
Over the past number of years, the top performing asset classes in Canada were multi residential and industrial. Now, with additional maintenance costs and increased supply, it appears as though one, if not both are preparing for a reset. We also look at two reports, one form Cushman Wakefield and one from RE/MAX Canada for an outlook from coast to coast. ...
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Events for the week Seminar: RHPNS Residential Tenancies Forum Golf: FRPO Charity Golf Classic ~ Greenwin Cares Charity Tournament ~ OHBA Golf Classic Webinars: FRPO & Synergy Partners ~ Buildings Canada: AP Automation for Construction CFOs Event: BILD Custom Builder & Renovator Summer Social ...
read moreJUNE 9, 2025 DAILY NEWS WITH VANESSA TOPPLE
Now that the Bank of Canada decided to maintain the current lending rate, we look at the determining factors and the new way the BoC is forecasting, including the big banks reactions. Also, the Carney government not releasing a financial budget until the fall has increased economic concerns, specifically with inflation. ...
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