Stacie Thompson - Own In Toronto - Real Estate Insight

10/08/2026

Everyone remembers the 2008 housing crash. Toronto homeowners who lived through the early 1990s might have a rather different story to tell.

Toronto's housing market took 13 years to recover its 1989 annual average price. The 2008 downturn? A comparatively brief interruption.

Now, in 2026, we're navigating another correction.

Three different markets. Three different sets of circumstances. One important question: Which history tells us more about today's market?

Part One of the OwnInTO Toronto Housing Market Series explores what happened, why it matters, and what we might learn from it.

Read the article: https://owninto.ca/blog.html/toronto-housing-crashes-1990-vs-2008-vs-2022-9177079

Coming next: Has Toronto's Housing Market Found Its Bottom?

07/01/2025

06/09/2025

Fun packed weekend. Supporting Truman in his Ride to Conquer Cancer - that boy chewed through 100kms of pavement in record time. Followed up with a day at the Canadian Open.

03/16/2025

🤷‍♂️ Is It Right for You?
✅ Pros: No monthly payments, stay in your home, help loved ones
❌ Cons: High interest, potential inheritance issues, limited borrowing power later
🏡 Thinking about gifting a down payment? Let’s chat about the best strategy!

03/15/2025

🏠💸 A reverse mortgage might sound great—until market shifts leave you with a growing loan and less equity than expected.
📢 Before signing anything, consider other options like a HELOC or downsizing.
We can provide you with a clear understanding of your homes value to see where you stand.

03/11/2025

Bad news? If you burn through your home equity too soon, your golden years could turn into a financial scramble.
Reverse mortgages can be helpful—but only if planned wisely!
Let us help you make the right choices with your real estate.

03/08/2025

💖 Want to Help Your Kids Buy a Home?
Many parents & grandparents prefer to see their loved ones benefit now rather than leaving an inheritance later. A down payment gift can be life-changing!
But… is a reverse mortgage the best way? 🤨
📍 New blog post - check it out!

03/02/2025

💰 REVERSE MORTGAGE = PRICEY BORROWING
Did you know reverse mortgage rates are currently 6.49%-6.69%—almost 2% higher than traditional mortgages? Over time, this could eat up your home equity.
❓ Before gifting that down payment, weigh the costs carefully!
📍 Read more on our blog

02/28/2025

SMART MOVE OR RISKY GAMBLE?
🏡 More seniors are using reverse mortgages to help their kids buy a home. But is it a golden opportunity or a financial trap? 🤔 Let’s break it down!
📍 Read more on our blog.