S2.E1. - 2025 Real Estate Predictions: A No-Nonsense Look at Rates, Politics, and Supply

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Host David Fleming delivers a no-holds-barred preview of what’s to come in Toronto’s 2025 real estate market in this special kickoff episode of The Last Honest Realtor. From expected interest rate cuts to the political wildcards that could upend the market, David unpacks the major forces shaping the year ahead—and explains why “quality listings” may become the new gold standard.

Whether you’re a buyer, seller, investor, or simply curious about the twists and turns of Toronto’s housing market, this episode offers practical insights, data-driven perspectives, and an unfiltered take on the biggest trends.

In This Episode:

• Interest Rate Outlook – Why the Bank of Canada might cut rates sooner than expected—and how it could reshape housing affordability.
• Political Uncertainty – The upcoming Canadian election and possible Trump tariffs: will they stall buyers or spark a surge?
• Supply Crisis – Why Toronto’s inventory could tighten even further, and what it means for prices.
• Tenants & Landlords – The growing tensions in rental properties and why tenanted listings may become high-risk propositions.
• Condos in Limbo – The stalled preconstruction market and the looming shortage that could define Toronto’s future skyline.

Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction: Setting the stage for 2025
05:10 – The Rate Debate: Will cuts come fast enough?
11:40 – Factor #4: Political headwinds at home and abroad
19:25 – Factor #3: Dealing with a prolonged supply crunch
27:50 – Factor #2: The landlord-tenant standoff
35:15 – Factor #1: How the preconstruction slowdown might reshape the condo market
45:30 – Predictions & Wrap-Up: David’s candid advice for navigating 2025

Don’t Miss:

• David’s honest take on whether buyers really can (or should) try to “time the market”
• Actionable tips for sellers on how preparation and staging can maximize returns in a low-inventory environment
• Surprising data on which condo and freehold segments could outperform expectations

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