Daily Brief - Mar 7, 2026 (Afternoon)

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08 Mar 2026 — 1 min read

Afternoon Newsletter - March 7th, 2026

Afternoon Newsletter - March 7th, 2026 (EST)

Market Highlights

Inventory Check: Oshawa sees a 3% uptick in new listings over the weekend, signaling a strong start to the spring market.

Rate Stability: Financial analysts maintain that interest rates will hold steady through March, providing relief for mortgage renewals.

Durham Region Rents: Average rent for a 1-bedroom unit in Oshawa has leveled off at $1,850, while 2-bedroom units remain competitive at $2,400.

Policy & Regulation

LTB Processing: New reports suggest a minor reduction in processing times for "standard" eviction cases in Ontario, following recent staffing increases at the Landlord and Tenant Board.

Housing Supply Act: Ongoing discussions at the provincial level regarding streamlining approvals for secondary suites in residential zones.

Actionable Intel

Landlords with upcoming renewals should consider locking in rates now while stability remains.
Investors targeting Oshawa should monitor the downtown core for new development incentives rumored for later this month.

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