The Toronto real estate market is a dynamic landscape, and as we look towards 2026, understanding its trends and projections is more crucial than ever. In this blog post, we will explore insights from a recent podcast featuring Alex Wilson, a seasoned real estate broker and investor, who shared his expertise on the current state and future of the Toronto real estate market.
After years of remote work dominating the conversation, one thing is becoming clear: the return-to-office trend is quietly reshaping the Toronto real estate market — especially condos and rentals.
2026 will be one of the largest mortgage renewal waves Canada has seen in years.
Thousands of owners who locked in ultra-low rates in 2020–2021 will be renewing into a very different interest rate environment.
Headlines are emotional. Data is rational.
And the people who build real wealth learn how to read the numbers without overreacting to the noise.
At Wealth Builders, we don’t make decisions based on fear or hype — we make them based on math.
The Greater Toronto Area (GTA) housing market continued to soften toward the end of 2025, with average and benchmark prices trending downward year-over-year. Transaction activity remains subdued as economic uncertainty and affordability challenges persist.
If you follow real estate or financial news, interest rates dominate the conversation. Every announcement triggers bold headlines, urgent predictions, and sweeping statements about what homeowners should do next.
As we step into 2026, real estate markets — especially in Toronto — look markedly different than in the recent past. Gone are the double-digit price increases and competitive bidding wars that defined much of the last decade. Instead, the market is entering a period of stability, adjustment, and opportunity — but only for those paying attention to the right metrics.
Less Competition. More Negotiating Power.
January is often overlooked in real estate. After the holidays, many buyers pause their search, waiting for spring listings and warmer weather. But for informed and prepared buyers, January can be one of the most strategic times to buy.
The Toronto real estate market today is not defined by extremes. It is defined by realism.
Buyers are careful. Sellers must be strategic. Investors are thinking longer-term. This environment rewards those who understand the data, the timing, and the nuances of neighbourhood-level trends.
The most important lesson from 2025 isn’t about prices or rates—it’s about perspective.
Markets don’t move in straight lines, and headlines rarely tell the full story. If you want clarity, you need to look beyond the noise and understand how the data applies to your situation.
According to the latest data from the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board (TRREB), the GTA housing market is showing a clear shift in dynamics. Some of the key take-aways.
When most people think of the real estate market, the spring and fall seasons usually come to mind as the “prime” times to sell. But what about the holiday season? If you’re considering selling your Toronto home during the holidays, you may be surprised to learn that this window—though less crowded—can offer unique advantages for motivated sellers. With the right strategy, your listing can stand out and attract serious buyers eager to make a move before year-end.
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Today I discuss why I have been buying Real Estate in Calgary since 2019 - FOLLOW MY Money.
I discuss:
Take advantage of the Buy Low market in Calgary.
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When you buy in Calgary you are rewarded with positive Cashflow as you wait for your properties to go up in value.
Today I sit down with Jamie Johnson an Economist and a Real Estate Industry Veteran a career spanning over 5 decades (70’s, 80’s, 90’s, 00’s, 10’s)
We discuss:
How inflation impacts real estate.
How you can use real estate to hedge and profit off of inflation.
What inflation is and his experience with it in the past.
Where he expects the market to go in the future.
This is a MUST watch episode to understand how inflation is going to impact you moving forward in the future and how you can protect against this.
The Toronto real estate market is a dynamic landscape, and as we look towards 2026, understanding its trends and projections is more crucial than ever. In this blog post, we will explore insights from a recent podcast featuring Alex Wilson, a seasoned real estate broker and investor, who shared his expertise on the current state and future of the Toronto real estate market.
Read MoreAfter years of remote work dominating the conversation, one thing is becoming clear: the return-to-office trend is quietly reshaping the Toronto real estate market — especially condos and rentals.
Read More2026 will be one of the largest mortgage renewal waves Canada has seen in years.
Thousands of owners who locked in ultra-low rates in 2020–2021 will be renewing into a very different interest rate environment.
Read MoreHeadlines are emotional. Data is rational.
And the people who build real wealth learn how to read the numbers without overreacting to the noise.
At Wealth Builders, we don’t make decisions based on fear or hype — we make them based on math.
Read MoreThe Greater Toronto Area (GTA) housing market continued to soften toward the end of 2025, with average and benchmark prices trending downward year-over-year. Transaction activity remains subdued as economic uncertainty and affordability challenges persist.
Read MoreIf you follow real estate or financial news, interest rates dominate the conversation. Every announcement triggers bold headlines, urgent predictions, and sweeping statements about what homeowners should do next.
Read MoreAs we step into 2026, real estate markets — especially in Toronto — look markedly different than in the recent past. Gone are the double-digit price increases and competitive bidding wars that defined much of the last decade. Instead, the market is entering a period of stability, adjustment, and opportunity — but only for those paying attention to the right metrics.
Read MoreLess Competition. More Negotiating Power.
January is often overlooked in real estate. After the holidays, many buyers pause their search, waiting for spring listings and warmer weather. But for informed and prepared buyers, January can be one of the most strategic times to buy.
Read MoreThe Toronto real estate market today is not defined by extremes. It is defined by realism.
Buyers are careful. Sellers must be strategic. Investors are thinking longer-term. This environment rewards those who understand the data, the timing, and the nuances of neighbourhood-level trends.
Read MoreThe most important lesson from 2025 isn’t about prices or rates—it’s about perspective.
Markets don’t move in straight lines, and headlines rarely tell the full story. If you want clarity, you need to look beyond the noise and understand how the data applies to your situation.
Read MoreAccording to the latest data from the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board (TRREB), the GTA housing market is showing a clear shift in dynamics. Some of the key take-aways.
Read MoreAs we turn the corner of Q3 into Q4 2025, the housing market is showing signs of a rebalancing rather than a runaway boom or a collapse. For wealth-builders, this is a moment to pause, reflect and calibrate strategy. Several lines of data suggest both opportunity and caution — so let’s walk through the key themes and then highlight what you should be doing now to position wisely.
Read MoreAs we move into the final quarter of 2025, the Greater Toronto Area’s real estate market continues to recalibrate following two years of higher interest rates and fluctuating consumer confidence. While prices have softened, new opportunities are emerging for strategic buyers and investors who understand that market corrections often lay the foundation for the next growth cycle.
Read MoreWhen most people think of the real estate market, the spring and fall seasons usually come to mind as the “prime” times to sell. But what about the holiday season? If you’re considering selling your Toronto home during the holidays, you may be surprised to learn that this window—though less crowded—can offer unique advantages for motivated sellers. With the right strategy, your listing can stand out and attract serious buyers eager to make a move before year-end.
Read MoreFor years, our philosophy has been simple: real estate is a long-term play—and every purchase is an investment. Seasonality in Toronto doesn’t change that truth; it amplifies it. Winter tends to bring fewer buyers and slower activity, which can create pockets of value for investors who know how to read the market and negotiate accordingly.
Read MoreDiscover why Toronto assignment sales in 2025 offer prime year-end opportunities for real estate investors. Learn how to secure discounted entry points, maximize rental potential, and build long-term wealth.
Read MoreToronto’s fall real estate market is often misunderstood. While spring typically gets the spotlight, fall can still offer strong opportunities for sellers—especially those who position their listings strategically. With average GTA home prices down around 5% year-over-year and condos averaging $651,000 in July 2025, sellers need to be mindful of today’s conditions. A slower, more balanced market means buyers have choices, and the best-prepared listings are the ones that generate multiple offers and strong final prices.
Read MoreToronto isn’t just Canada’s business capital—it’s one of North America’s biggest student hubs. Each September, tens of thousands of students return to the University of Toronto (UofT), Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU, formerly Ryerson), and York University, triggering a predictable leasing surge that smart investors can bank on.
Read MoreIn real estate, location has always been the cornerstone of value. In Toronto, location and transit access are practically synonymous. As the city grows denser and commuting becomes more challenging, properties with strong transit connectivity increasingly command a premium. The new TTC Line 5 Eglinton Crosstown LRT—a 19-kilometre light rail project set to reshape east-west transit across midtown Toronto—is one of the most significant infrastructure investments in the city’s history.
Read MoreToronto’s condo market has always been a barometer for the city’s real estate health. For first-time investors looking to enter the market, the question isn’t whether condos are a viable option—they are. The real question is where the best entry points are right now.
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