The Wright Move

WINTER IS COMING. Apparently the geese got the memo. 🇨🇦
Driving home from the park today and looked up to see a flock of Canadian geese flying south.
SOUTH!!!!!!!!
It’s September 13th.
Excuse me, lads. Where exactly do you think you’re going? 😂
They weren’t casually flying around either. Purposeful. Bags metaphorically packed. Not a backward glance.
Meanwhile, I’m standing there thinking:

WHAT DO THEY KNOW THAT WE DON’T?

Suddenly that Game of Thrones picture of Harrington and me feels less like a bit of fun and more like a documentary.
The geese have spoken.
Harrington, fetch the fur cloak.
I’ll get the sword.Winter is coming.
And this is Canada, so presumably sometime around Tuesday. 😂

Every move starts with a conversation. Sometimes it’s figuring out whether to rent or buy, other times it’s finding a home with space for the whole family (dogs included).

Real estate isn’t just about the transaction—it’s about getting the match right and making the process feel handled, not chaotic.

Grateful for incredible clients who trust The Wright Move Team to guide them home. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Something rather interesting is happening in Ontario real estate… and it’s NOT simply “the market is up” or “the market is down.”

The latest numbers are telling a much more interesting story.

Canada’s economy grew 3.3% annualized in Q2, stronger than expected. That makes an immediate Bank of Canada rate cut harder to justify.

So, if your entire strategy is: “I’ll wait until rates drop…” You may want a Plan B.

Meanwhile, the GTA new-home market has developed a split personality:
• Low-rise new-home sales: 50% ABOVE their 10-year July average.
• New condo sales: About 80% BELOW their 10-year July average.

That is an extraordinary difference.

Government incentives—including HST relief and major development charge reductions in municipalities like Hamilton, Vaughan, and Bradford West Gwillimbury—are changing the economics of building and buying.

Here is where strategy matters for fall:

BUYERS: Don’t wait indefinitely for lower prices, lower rates AND more choice. Run the numbers on property and financing available today.

SELLERS: Improving activity is encouraging, but accurate pricing gets homes sold. Price for today's market—not 2022.

CONDO BUYERS/SELLERS: Pay close attention. Condo and low-rise markets are behaving so differently that talking about "the GTA market" as a whole is almost meaningless.

Real estate isn’t one market—it’s a collection of markets moving in different directions.

If you’re wondering what these changes mean for your neighbourhood, looking at actual local numbers is far more useful than reading dramatic headlines.

Jo Wright | Broker
The Wright Move | Right At Home Realty

Walk your potential block at three different times—early morning, mid-afternoon, and late evening—before you commit to a purchase. In Burlington, new listings dropped by 23% last month, meaning the right home is harder to find, but checking the micro-location ensures your daily routine actually fits the street. You want to see the school-run congestion and how the streetlights feel at night.

I look at home buying as a match problem, where the neighbourhood rhythm matters as much as the house itself. With an average of 49 days on market right now, you have the time to be thorough and avoid surprises later. Curious how this strategy plays out in your favourite pocket of the city? Send a DM.

It’s true. You don’t have to buy a house every time we hang out to support my business (though my dogs wouldn't mind the extra yard space if you did! 🐕).

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My view right now?

Ontario housing isn't facing a tariff-driven crisis.

But the risk has increased, and I'm watching Ontario employment and manufacturing announcements far more closely than the political rhetoric.

Because ultimately, jobs and affordability will matter to our housing market far more than the headlines.

And one final disclaimer…

This post is accurate as of the time I hit “Post.”

At the current speed of Canada–U.S. trade relations, I make absolutely no promises about what will be true an hour from now.

I may need to start putting expiry times on my market updates.

The Wright Move is understanding what the headlines mean for your move.

Jo Wright
Real Estate Broker
The Wright Move | Right At Home Realty

*Market commentary for general information only. Mortgage and financial advice should be obtained from an appropriately qualified professional. Not intended to solicit buyers or sellers currently under contract with another REALTOR® or brokerage.*

I love this look for Harrington

Between CUSMA reviews, trade disputes, and LCBO shelves quietly losing American bourbon... everyone’s asking: "Is this going to affect GTA real estate?!" 🪵🥃🇨🇦

Short answer? Mostly white noise for everyday home buyers and sellers — but with a side of building supply reality!

Here is the quick breakdown over a cup of tea:

1. The "White Noise" Factor: Broad headline trade drama doesn't stop people needing homes, moving for jobs, or upsizing for growing families across Etobicoke, Toronto, or Mississauga. Real life keeps moving!
2. The Construction Angle: Tariffs on lumber, steel, and materials do put upward pressure on new build costs. So if you're eyeing a brand-new home or major renovation, budget for those supply chain quirks.
3. The Bottom Line: Don't let cross-border political theatre pause your life plans! Real estate strategy is always local.

Are you watching the trade headlines, or just wondering where your favourite bottle went off the shelf? Drop your thoughts below! 👇

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Jo Wright, Broker | The Wright Move Team
Right At Home Realty
📞 647-518-1984

*Disclaimer: Not intended to solicit buyers or sellers currently under contract with another brokerage.*