Something unusual is happening in the Canadian real estate market right now. This week we talk about buyers accepting offers and then walking away, what Canada's technical recession means for housing prices and mortgage rates going forward, and why rural properties are quietly becoming one of the most interesting opportunities in the market right now. We also make the case for why having the right professionals around you in this environment is more important than it has ever been.00:00 Intro01:28 Rural Property Trends and Buyer Behaviour04:46 Unique Challenges in Real Estate Transactions10:19 The Impact of Economic Conditions on Real Estate11:29 Choose an Experienced Realtor and Mortgage Broker17:11 Understanding the Technical Recession in Canada22:49 The Future of Canada's Economy and Real Estate28:27 Navigating Mortgage Rates and Market Trends33:07 Mood BoostsGet in touch with us!Paul Stevenson - Mortgage Agent Level 2CENTUM Financial Services LPEmail: [email protected]: 1-613-263-4543https://www.paulstevenson.caDavid Warren - Mortgage Agent Level 2Referral MortgagesEmail: [email protected]: 1-613-686-6003https://www.referralmortgages.comIf you have a question or topic you'd like to hear us discuss send us an email at: [email protected] or leave us a comment below!New Episodes of the podcast are available on Wednesdays at 10AM on all podcast services and at www.theottawarealestatepodcast.com Brought to you by Referral Mortgages, PaulStevenson.ca, Guertin/Poirier Avocates Lawyers, BIG - Billyard Insurance Group, Easy Neon Signs and A to Z Cleaning Expert.