04/09/2026
In this powerful episode of Smart Money, I sit down with Greg Parker to unpack one of the most overlooked pressures in the Canadian real estate market — the growing crisis facing seniors and their families.
Right now, there are only 200,000 long-term care beds for 8.1 million seniors in Canada… and the ripple effects are showing up directly in the GTA housing market.
We break down:
The emotional and financial reality of downsizing a family home
The true cost of decluttering, preparing, and selling a property in Toronto
Real stories from families navigating senior transitions and care decisions
How aging parents are reshaping housing demand across the GTA
Then we shift into the headlines everyone is seeing — and what they actually mean:
HST removal on new builds in Ontario — who really benefits?
Development charges and their impact on housing affordability
Toronto Regional Real Estate Board forecast for home sales
Why GTA buyers are still sitting on the sidelines despite policy changes
Interest rates, uncertainty, and lack of confidence in today’s market
This episode goes beyond surface-level news. We connect government policy, real estate trends, and real-life decisions happening inside homes across Toronto and the GTA.
If you’re:
Supporting aging parents
Thinking about downsizing or selling
Trying to understand where the Toronto housing market is heading
Watching interest rates and affordability closely
…this is a conversation you need to hear.
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In this powerful episode of Smart Money, I sit down with Greg Parker to unpack one of the most overlooked pressures in the Canadian real estate market — the ...