The Great Correction: not even Wayne Gretzky's hometown could escape the crash of the 'exurbs'

Canada's real estate market downturn has extended beyond major cities to smaller communities like Brantford, Ontario, affecting homeownership prospects in exurban areas. The article examines how the housing correction has impacted smaller towns and cities, turning homeownership into a financial burden for some residents.

Buying in a bear market: These dealmaking tips could save house hunters a bundle this spring

As spring real estate market shifts toward buyers, negotiating tactics have fundamentally changed with bidding wars becoming less common. House hunters can now leverage strategies like lowball offers and thorough inspections to secure better deals and potentially save significant money on purchases.

Is now a good time to buy or sell a house? Ask our real estate reporters your questions

The Globe and Mail is hosting a live Q&A session on Thursday, April 16 at 1 p.m. ET where real estate reporters will answer reader questions about the current state of the housing market and mortgage rates. The session aims to help Canadians determine whether it's a good time to buy or sell a property.