Expert: Priorities That Should Guide Ontario’s Housing Reform

As someone who works with buyers and sellers every day in Eastern Ontario, I see firsthand just how tough the housing market can be. With home prices now more than seven times the average annual income, affordability has become a real challenge for so many families. High taxes, fees, and layers of regulation only add to the pressure. I believe that meaningful change will come from practical reforms—things like providing tax relief, speeding up approval processes, updating building codes, and rethinking land transfer taxes. My focus is always on guiding clients honestly through this complicated landscape, making sure their interests come first. Navigating these issues together is how we take the stress out of buying a home.