Why Markets Are So Slow To Recover (and Why It Might Be Permanent)

The Ottawa Real Estate Podcast

In this week’s episode of the Ottawa Real Estate Podcast, we unpack the surprising trends shaping the Canadian real estate market right now. Is the market really balanced, or are we just in a holding pattern? We discuss how strong job numbers (mostly part-time) and sticky inflation are keeping interest rate predictions murky.

We also break down how consumer anxiety is showing up in spending habits, and why so many Canadians are still feeling the pinch despite more stability. Plus, we talk about the CRA's new digital tool to fight mortgage fraud and what it could mean for brokers and buyers alike.

As always, we keep it real, informative, and a little bit entertaining.

00:00 Introduction to Market Trends and AI Tools

01:49 Current Real Estate Market Overview

02:44 Is it a Balanced Market?

04:04 Are Divorces More Common Now?

04:57 Impact of Job Data on Interest Rates

08:18 Inflation and Consumer Spending Insights

10:26 Fixed Rates Are Starting to Rise

11:58 Rent is Going Down

12:52 Financial Stress Among Canadians

22:52 Mortgage Fraud and CRA's New Digital Tool

27:32 Conclusion and Mood Boost Segment

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Paul Stevenson - Mortgage Agent Level 2

CENTUM Financial Services LP

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David Warren - Mortgage Agent Level 2

Referral Mortgages

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