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Private mortgages offer a unique opportunity for investors seeking high-yield, fixed-income returns with real estate exposure.Private lending provides short-term mortgage financing for borrowers who don’t qualify for traditional bank loans.

The holiday has been observed since 1845, as a celebration to honour Queen Victoria. The day unofficially signals the start of summer for many Canadians. It is celebrated with parades and fireworks in some cities. Sending our warmest wishes to everyone for a happy and peaceful long weekend.

Toronto's rental market is heating up, jumping six spots to 14th in renter interest nationwide. With a renter interest score of 64.2, Toronto surpasses Guelph, Hamilton, and Kitchener in Ontario rankings.

Condo sales surged in Toronto: Condos make up 60% of transactions in Toronto, contrasting with 25% across Ontario.Toronto’s market differs from the province: Condo sales in Toronto rose 20%, while other property types saw only a 4% increase.

Mother's Day is a celebration honoring the mother of the family or individual, as well as motherhood, maternal bonds, and the influence of mothers in society. The origins of commemorating motherhood dates back to the Ancient Greeks, where in spring festival, they celebrated the goddess Rhea, considered the Mother of the Gods. Anna Jarvis’s lobbying…

US tariffs on Canada: A 25% tariff on most imports and 10% on energy products took effect March 5, 2025. BoC response: Predicted interest rate cuts to 2% by July 2025 could lower mortgage costs and boost housing demand

Danforth: Family-friendly with good schools, parks, and easy transit access. Average house price: $1.3M North Riverdale: Safe with ranked schools and scenic green spaces. Average house price: $1.5M

Late spring and early summer offer the best opportunities for sellers to maximize home sale prices. Buyer demand peaks before summer vacations and the school year, creating more competition for homes.