The 12-month rolling sales total shows that the recovery in sales activity has been gradual. At 79,302 homes, the annual rate of sales has increased by only 2.4% since reaching its bottom in May 2018. Activity remained 31% below its peak of 115, 620 sales in April 2017 and also 12%below the 10-year average rate of 90,564 sales. In fact, the last time annual sales were below 80,000 homes was during the economic recession period in 2009. Against the backdrop of a strong local economy and fast-growing population, pent-up demand for housing purchases is accumulating in the GTA as the market rebalances following the excessive growth last year and new mortgage rules this year.
As the temperatures continue to drop, we'll all be spending more time indoors. There are countless ways to make your home feel cozier for the winter if you have extra money to spend, but if you're being mindful of your finances after the holidays, here are some ideas to help you do it without spending. Bring Out the Blankets As the temperatures drop, it’s time to bring out all of those extra throw blankets and quilts you have lying around in storage. Drape blankets over your couches, chairs, beds, and ottomans; fill a blanket ladder and display it in the corner of a room; or fold extra blankets and place them in the corner. Sticking to warm textures such as wool where possible will help to make the space feel cozy. Light Candles Lighting some candles around your home is one of the easiest ways to make your space feel cozy, and who doesn’t have a stash of candles sitting around somewhere in their home? Not only will the flickering light add a sense of warmth and charm, but your ...

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