Show notes
In this week’s episode of the Ottawa Real Estate Podcast, we discuss the impact of US tariffs on construction costs, the rising demand for mortgage insurance, and the ongoing challenges of housing affordability. We also look at key economic indicators and what they reveal about the Canadian market this fall. Join us as we share strategies for navigating today’s market and talk about why timing may not be as important as long-term planning when it comes to buying a home.00:00 Welcome Back to Real Estate Insights03:09 Current Market Trends and Economic Indicators06:00 US Tariffs08:08 Tariffs and Housing Prices11:00 Impact of Tariffs on Housing and Construction Costs13:07 Is a Recession Coming?17:14 Dropping Home Prices19:11 Navigating the Real Estate Market: Timing and Strategy21:24 Is it Time to Start Buying Houses Again? 24:08 Canadian Government's Budget26:17 Surge in Mortgage Insurance Demand27:21 Mortgage Insurance Demand and Affordability Challenges30:07 30 Year vs 25 Year Amortization30:28 Mood BoostsGet in touch with us!Paul Stevenson - Mortgage Agent Level 2 CENTUM Financial Services LPEmail: [email protected]: 1-613-263-4543https://www.paulstevenson.caDavid Warren - Mortgage Agent Level 2 Referral MortgagesEmail: [email protected]: 1-613-686-6003 https://www.referralmortgages.comIf you have a question or topic you'd like to hear us discuss send us an email at: [email protected] or leave us a comment below!New Episodes of the podcast are available on Wednesdays at 10AM on all podcast services and at www.theottawarealestatepodcast.com Brought to you by Referral Mortgages, PaulStevenson.ca, Guertin/Poirier Avocates Lawyers, CENTUM, BIG - Billyard Insurance Group.