If you’ve been sitting on the sidelines waiting for the right moment to get into the real estate market, that moment might be here. Across Hamilton, Burlington, Niagara, and Haldimand–Norfolk, conditions are lining up in a way we haven’t seen for years: lower borrowing costs, attractive entry prices, and steady rental demand. It’s a powerful combination for investors who are ready to act.

Here’s some real talk that a lot of sellers don’t want to hear, but need to: If you overprice your home in this market, you’re setting yourself up for disappointment.