Market Media Monday - March 30, 2026

A curated list of recent headlines relevant to real estate in Canada or locally, with short excerpts. Click each headline link to read the full article on the source site.

[ Canadian Real Estate’s Biggest Crash Since The ‘90s To Worsen: BMO ]
"Canadian real estate’s downturn shows no signs of reversing, according to a Big Six bank. BMO Capital Markets is warning investors that home prices haven’t moved in nearly a decade, once adjusted for inflation. Now in the middle of the largest correction since the 90s, the bank sees inflation accelerating in the coming months, eroding real prices further."

[ TD cuts housing forecast but warns pent-up demand could be ‘unleashed faster or more forcefully than expected’ ]
"The buyers are out there. They’re just waiting. And according to a new TD Economics report released Thursday, the window for winning them over may finally be opening. Economist Rishi Sondhi says a pool of pent-up demand is waiting in the wings in markets across Canada, particularly in Ontario and B.C., and that improved economic conditions and affordability gains could help unlock it heading into 2027."

[ Ontario’s budget banks on a housing resale rebound in 2026 — but real estate players aren’t so sure ]
"The Ontario government is budgeting on a housing resale market rebound this coming year, with its new fiscal plan counting on more homes changing hands and hundreds of millions of dollars more revenue from land transfer taxes."

[ 9 Tips for a Successful Mortgage Renewal in Canada ]
"Renewing your mortgage can significantly impact your financial situation. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or a seasoned homeowner, assessing your options when your mortgage is up for renewal and shopping for the best rates is critical to saving money over the life of your mortgage. Read on for valuable tips and advice for your next mortgage renewal."

[ Mortgage affordability worsens in most major Canadian cities, report says ]
"It became harder for Canadians in most major cities to afford a mortgage in February, a new report by Ratehub.ca found on Thursday."

[ Why waiting to lock in your variable rate often backfires ]
"One of the biggest draws of variable-rate mortgages is that they give you options. For starters, variable mortgage prepayment penalties are generally cheaper than their fixed-rate counterparts."