CREA’s Market Story vs. Broker Reality: Reading Between the Lines
The Spin from CREA So here’s what CREA is saying: July’s housing numbers are “tightening,” prices are “stabilizing,” and if the Bank of Canada cuts rates this fall, we could be off to the races. The numbers they’re pointing to: Benchmark price basically flat at $688,700 (that’s a $200 bump from June — hardly fireworks). […]
Can You Really Trust That Appraisal? Why Inflated Values Could Cost You Clients
Appraisals aren’t always what they seem. Learn why inflated values can trap borrowers in bad loans and hurt broker relationships—plus what to watch for in residential appraisals.