Toronto Housing Demand, Affordability Initiatives, and Interest Rate Decisions
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Toronto Housing Demand, Affordability Initiatives, and Interest Rate Decisions

E337 • Jun 9, 2025 • 11 mins

In this episode, we kick off with an introduction to the podcast and a sponsor message from Real Approved Inc. We then explore the dynamics of housing demand and construction supply in Toronto. The discussion moves to federal and Toronto-specific initiatives aimed at improving housing affordability. We analyze the Bank of Canada's latest interest rate decision and its potential impact. Attention is given to upcoming mortgage renewals and their implications for homeowners. The episode also covers a notable home sale in East Gwillimbury and provides insights into the Greater Toronto Area market. We conclude with closing remarks and a sponsor mention.

Key Points

  • Housing demand in Toronto is outpacing construction supply, exacerbated by record population growth and leading to affordability concerns.
  • The Bank of Canada's decision to hold interest rates steady has resulted in a rise in Canadian bond yields and provided a slight boost to the Canadian dollar.
  • A significant number of homeowners face higher monthly payments as their mortgages come up for renewal, influenced by the increase in interest rates over the past few years.
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