Ontario Housing Update, Mortgage Regulations, and FSRA Actions
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Ontario Housing Update, Mortgage Regulations, and FSRA Actions

E274 • Apr 5, 2025 • 12 mins

In this episode, we begin with a welcome and an update on the Ontario housing market, followed by a sponsor message from Real Approved Inc. We then explore the new mortgage regulations and their implications for the industry. The discussion covers various economic factors impacting mortgages and real estate, providing a comprehensive outlook. We analyze the Bank of Canada's monetary policy and its potential effects on the market. The episode also highlights recent enforcement actions by the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) within the industry. We conclude with closing remarks and a sponsorship message from Real Approved Inc.

Key Points

  • Homes in Ontario, especially in the Greater Toronto Area, are increasingly selling below list price, indicating a cooling market and fewer bidding wars.
  • Economic uncertainties, including global trade tensions and a weakening labor market, are making potential homebuyers more cautious about making large financial commitments.
  • The Financial Services Regulatory Authority has taken significant enforcement actions against Harold Gerstel and his company for failing to cooperate with regulatory investigations, emphasizing the importance of integrity and accountability in the mortgage industry.
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