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Canada easing mortgage terms for first-time new homebuyers

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Changes set to take effect Aug. 1 are part of an ambitious plan to boost housing construction by 2 million and help renters save up for a down payment. Continue reading →

Canada’s version of the bombshell commission lawsuit gets serious

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A judge struck down claims that defendants conspired to “fix,” “maintain” and “increase” prices for buyer brokerage services, but allowed claims they sought to “control” prices to proceed. Continue reading →

Redlining, steering, misogyny and fear: How the industry lost its way

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“Our original mission was to provide shelter and security to our communities,” writes Teri Conrad, a 16-year industry vet. “But somewhere along the way, we got lost in pursuing wealth and power.” Continue reading →

National Association of Realtors’ Canadian twin is betting big on tech

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The Canadian Real Estate Association, which owns and controls Canada’s most popular listing site, is spinning off into a tech company. Ex-CREA Chair Cliff Stevenson shared what’s in store. Continue reading →