- Mortgage Rate forecasts are expecting an additional rate cut in the fourth quarter, in line with the volatile bond market
- Sluggish exports and business investment, due to the tariffs, are exerting downward pressure on the rates
The not-so-sweet side of secondary suites~
- Confirming the legality of the secondary suite is best done through a records search with the municipality, as sellers may be relying on incorrect information provided to them when they purchased the property from the previous seller.
- The advertising of secondary suites in listing documentation needs to be confirmed, as misrepresentation can occur if there is no confirmation of the suite's legality.
- Buyers will want to ensure the legality of the suite if they intend to rely on the rental income from a third party.
- Checking the property file at the municipality will provide valuable information on the property's status, as well as its historical permits and inspection records.
If the intended purpose of the home purchase is to create valuable rental accommodations, ensuring that due diligence is undertaken is paramount to avoiding potentially expensive implications, such as loss of rental income and legal ramifications.
Neuroaffirming Insight: Navigating Real Estate as a Neurodivergent Client
🧠🏡 Real Estate for ADHD Adults in 2025: Designing a Home That Works With Your Brain
Buying or renting a home is a major milestone — and if you're an adult with ADHD, it comes with a unique set of priorities and challenges. The right space can help regulate your focus, reduce stress, support routines, and increase daily productivity — all while feeling like your sanctuary.
As of 2025, the real estate market is gradually becoming more inclusive, with an increasing number of professionals recognizing how environmental design can either support or hinder mental clarity and executive functioning.
Whether you're navigating the market solo or with support, here's what to look for in today’s housing landscape — and how to create a home that works with your brain, not against it.
🏘️ 2025 Market Snapshot: What ADHD Home Seekers Should Know
• More inventory = more choice, especially in the mid-market tier. If you’ve been waiting for options that offer both privacy and accessibility, this is a good time to explore.
• Smart homes and automation tools are becoming more ADHD-friendly, with simpler interfaces and custom routines for lights, reminders, and even coffee makers.
• Walkable neighbourhoods and proximity to services are a rising priority — helpful for reducing transportation overwhelm and keeping life more manageable.
Interesting International Real Estate News
Local real estate news is always top of mind, but what's happening in other parts of the world? Here's a rundown of five recent stories.
1. The Pakistani province of Punjab has launched an initiative to offer interest-free loans to low-income families to build new homes. As of August 2025, 9,000 homes had been fully completed, with more than 52,000 under active construction.
2. Construction on Europe's largest 3D-printed housing project is underway. Located in Holstebro, Denmark, the development will ultimately provide 36 units of ground-level student housing.
3. Evergrande, formerly considered China's largest real estate developer, has been delisted from the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. Valued at over $50 billion USD ($69 billion CDN) at its peak, the company failed under the weight of its debt after more than 15 years of trading.
4. Egypt is phasing out decades-old rent controls, allowing rents on long-term leases to rise by as much as 20 times over seven years. The reform is intended to correct market imbalances, but detractors fear it could put many current renters at risk of homelessness.
5. Czech Republic home price growth is showing no sign of slowing down. Home prices jumped 17 percent in the second quarter of 2025, forcing central bankers to pause interest rate cuts.
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