🎭 A Tale of Two Markets

Segmented Markets, Midlife Mortgages, Rising Sales & More!

Here is your weekly update on what is going on in the real estate market. From localized announcements to international trends, stay in the know about what is going on all things real estate. 

Home sales up in June, though fewer sales expected this year, says Canadian Real Estate Assoc.

For the second time this year, the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) has downgraded its forecast for home sales in 2025, even as it reported the number of homes changing hands across the country in June rose 3.5 per cent compared with a year ago.

A realistic guide to retirement for mid- or late-life homebuyers

For a growing number of Canadians, homeownership has become a midlife milestone instead of a young adult rite of passage. But what happens when your mortgage payoff date is uncomfortably close to your retirement age or, even worse, after it?

2025 Empire Rockfest

Get ready for a night of legendary Canadian rock at the 2025 Empire Rockfest on Friday, July 25 at the Empire Theatre. The lineup features the genre-blending mastery of David Wilcox, the chart-topping classics of Trooper, and the high-energy sounds of Kingston’s own Luscious. Don’t miss this celebration of rock ‘n’ roll from some of the country’s most iconic performers.

Happy Hour Trail Run

Enjoy a scenic 6km trail run through vineyard rows, open meadows, and peaceful sugarbush forest during this relaxed evening event. Open to all ages and skill levels, the route offers easy terrain and a stunning sunset finish. Cap off the run with a glass of wine and take in the views—an ideal way to celebrate summer outdoors.