In this week's edition of On the Ledge - your Ontario politic podcast:
We're joined by Tim Hudak, CEO at the Ontario Real Estate Association, tp talk about the housing initiatives annoucned at Queen's Park and in Ottawa this week.
Tim says there've been some positive steps taken, such as increasing the amortization period and providing assistance for modular homes and apartment construction.
However, he also highlights the gaps and the need for more bold and comprehensive solutions.
The discussion touches on topics like the role of municipalities, the impact of land transfer tax, the importance of leveling the playing field for first-time homebuyers, and the need for a balanced approach to housing and employment lands.
the competing announcements has everyone "talking housing" but will they do enough for help meet the housing goals by 2031?
We're joined by Tim Hudak, CEO at the Ontario Real Estate Association, tp talk about the housing initiatives annoucned at Queen's Park and in Ottawa this week.
Tim says there've been some positive steps taken, such as increasing the amortization period and providing assistance for modular homes and apartment construction.
However, he also highlights the gaps and the need for more bold and comprehensive solutions.
The discussion touches on topics like the role of municipalities, the impact of land transfer tax, the importance of leveling the playing field for first-time homebuyers, and the need for a balanced approach to housing and employment lands.
the competing announcements has everyone "talking housing" but will they do enough for help meet the housing goals by 2031?