The Real Estate Shake-Up: What the NAR Settlement & CREA Court Cases Mean for Canadian Homeowners
A Big Change Is Coming — Here’s Why You Should Care If you’ve been hearing about the big lawsuit settlement in the U.S. against the National Association of Realtors (NAR) — and now a similar case in Canada — you might be wondering: “What does this actually mean for me?” For decades, the way real […]
Realtors in Crisis – What Freakonomics Reveals and Why ComFree is the Future
The real estate industry is having an identity crisis — and the rest of us are footing the bill. A recent Freakonomics podcast titled “Why Are Realtors Still a Thing?” dives deep into a market that hasn’t evolved with the times. Commissions are high, transparency is low, and the average Canadian is paying tens of thousands just to move […]
Stand Up for Your Rights: What Sellers Need to Know About Buyer Agent Refusals
Canadians deserve a real estate experience free from outdated gatekeeping and unethical tactics. At ComFree, we believe that Canadians deserve a fair, transparent, and commission-free alternative to the traditional real estate model. Our mission is to empower homeowners with the tools and education to take control of their home sale — and to keep more of […]
How much does it cost to build a house in Ontario?

The cost of building a custom home in Ontario ranges from $500 to $1,000 per square foot, depending on factors like location, design, and materials. In cities like Toronto or Vancouver, a typical custom home could cost between $750,000 and $1.5 million, while in smaller markets like Halifax, it may range from $320,000 to $640,000. […]
New Year, New Bank of Canada Rate Decrease
The Bank of Canada has just reduced its key overnight rate by an additional 25 basis points (0.25 percentage points), bringing it down to 3%. This latest reduction marks the sixth consecutive rate cut in 2024, following a series of five earlier reductions. However, today’s move is less aggressive than the two previous 50-basis-point cuts, […]
How to Pick the Best Canadian Mortgage for You Right Now
Canadian mortgage borrowers are facing economic uncertainty due to political changes, potential U.S. tariffs, and falling interest rates. Experts suggest that whether to choose a fixed- or variable-rate mortgage depends on market conditions. Variable rates may be appealing if rates continue to fall, but fixed ratesoffer more stability and are currently more competitive. For those unsure about future […]
CREA Forecasts Strong Spring Market
In 2024, Canada’s real estate market showed mixed trends. The luxury sector remained robust, with sales of high-end homes in cities like Toronto and Vancouver remaining steady or even increasing. Price growth is expected in major cities like Vancouver, Toronto, and Montreal in 2025. On the rental side, after years of rising rents, there was […]
Canmore Introduces New Housing Rules to Improve Housing Affordability
Canmore, a popular Alberta tourist destination, is facing a housing affordability crisis despite its scenic views and proximity to Calgary. To address this, the Town Council formed a Livability Task Force in 2023, focusing on three main goals: phasing out the Tourist Home Designation, exploring tax incentives for long-term occupancy, and promoting the development of […]
Canada’s housing market will see a “traditional spring surge” in 2025
Canada’s real estate market is expected to rebound in 2025, with activity likely to pick up as early as March. Factors driving this recovery include stabilizing interest rates, the return of sidelined buyers, and a potential increase in property inventory. Professionals predict a more traditional spring surge in sales after a quiet 2024, where sales […]
Stability returns to Canadian housing market, prices to rise 6% in 2025
The Canadian housing market is expected to stabilize in 2025, with declining interest rates and new lending rules bringing buyers back. Royal LePage forecasts a 6% rise in the average home price, reaching $856,692 by Q4 2025. Single-family detached homes are predicted to see a 7% price increase, while condo prices are expected to grow […]