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                                                          People were seeking shelter from the storm at Portstewart Storm Floris Grounds Flights and Cuts Power to Thousands Storm Floris has battered parts of the UK and Ireland with winds reaching up to 90mph, causing widespread disruption to transport and power infrastructure. The storm, one of the most severe of the 2024–25 season, has led to hundreds of flight cancellations, blocked roads, and left tens of thousands without electricity. Air Travel Disrupted More than 150 flights were cancelled across northern Scotland and Northern Ireland, with Aberdeen and Belfast City airports among the worst affected. Some flights, including easyJet and KLM services, were forced to turn back mid-air due to dangerous landing conditions. Rail and Road Chaos Scotland’s rail netwo...
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Toronto Real Estate: A January Surge in Home Sales

 

In a remarkable turn of events, the Greater Toronto housing market witnessed a 37% surge in home sales during the month of January. This impressive growth comes as a beacon of hope for both buyers and sellers, signaling a dynamic shift in the real estate landscape.

Key Highlights:

  1. Sales Momentum: A staggering 4,223 homes changed hands last month, marking a substantial 22.9% month-over-month increase from December. The allure of lower borrowing costs, particularly associated with fixed-rate mortgages, enticed buyers back into the market.

  2. Tightening Market: While new listings saw a 6.1% increase compared to January 2023, they failed to keep pace with the surging demand. As a result, the market has become tighter than it was a year ago.

  3. Across Housing Categories: The sales surge was not limited to specific housing typesTownhouses led the charge with a remarkable 54.5% annual increase, closely followed by semi-detached homes at 42.9%.

  4. Average Home Price: Despite the robust sales activity, the average home price experienced a slight dip. It dropped one percent from the same time last year, settling at $1,026,703. This figure also represents a 5.4% decrease from the final month of 2023.

  5. Looking Ahead: TRREB President Jennifer Pearce remains optimistic. If inflation cools off as predicted by the Bank of Canada, resulting in lower interest rates, more buyers are likely to re-enter the market. This includes those currently grappling with high rents, eagerly seeking their first home.

The Greater Toronto housing market’s resilience and adaptability continue to shape the city’s real estate narrative. As we move forward, all eyes remain on the evolving dynamics, ready to seize opportunities in this dynamic landscape. 

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