OTTAWA — Avery Shenfeld doesn’t think the Bank of Canada will cut its benchmark interest rate at its decision on Wednesday, but if it does, he said it will be a “pleasant surprise.”
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Monthly Archives: July 2025
These 8 Texas cities are among US News’ top 25 cheapest places to live. See list
Companies aren’t the only ones making the move to Texas — people are too, and it’s easy to see why. Strong healthcare infrastructure, below-average living costs and accessible home prices make the Lone Star State desirable to many, especially retirees.
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How much is rent in Europe’s city centres, and how much has it changed since 2020?
The eye-watering prices of rent in city centres across Europe keeps increasing, with only five European cities having average rents below €2,000 for a three-bedroom apartment, according to a new report from Deutsche Bank.
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Why builders are ditching affordable homes in India
Private developers are stepping away from affordable housing due to soaring land prices, says G Hari Babu, President of India’s National Real Estate Development Council. He highlights that state governments are struggling to fund housing schemes, largely because of mounting financial burdens from populist freebies. Meanwhile, India’s rapidly growing urban population is fueling the rise of slums, as the gap between demand and supply widens.
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Stony Plain Council Briefs: Stony Plain Council Approves Option for Additional Residential Waste Cart
At last night’s meeting, Council gave first reading to amended Land Use Bylaw 2726/LUO/25. The proposed amendment to the Land Use Bylaw redistricts 4204 Veterans Boulevard from C2 – General Commercial to R8 – High Density Residential. The proposed change supports future residential development in the South Business Park and aligns with the Municipal Development Plan and neighbourhood plan.
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Town of Stony Plain approves funding for 28 street intersection on Highway 16A
The Town of Stony Plain is making upgrades on 28 Street at Highway 16A.
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Stuck in the slow lane: The Aussie suburbs that didn’t cash in
In some parts of the country, home values have skyrocketed by hundreds of thousands of dollars since 2020, fuelled by record-low interest rates, a flight to lifestyle, and pandemic stimulus. But in others, it’s like Covid never happened – or worse.
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Development permit appeals surge in Calgary amid delay concerns
The number of development permit appeals in Calgary has “surged” since citywide rezoning was approved, according to the city’s Subdivision Development and Appeal Board (SDAB), and it’s raising concerns that delays are impacting housing affordability.
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Woodside acreage estate with luxe black house and equestrian complex a real stunner
Every single detail of this stunning Woodside property has been meticulously considered and executed – and now one lucky buyer has the opportunity to call this luxe abode home.
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AFL great Matthew Lappin selling Hinterland home
AFL great Matthew Lappin is hoping to score with the sale of his Gold Coast home.
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