Numbers reflect higher borrowing costs and uncertainty about the economy
Prices are still expected to rise in Toronto, Calgary and Sudbury
The first $500 top-up was rolled out just before Christmas and distributed $402 million
A drop in prices in the first quarter triggered a surge in home-buying activity in the second
The shortage of homes for sale has kept the market competitive
Recent rises in home price index erased some of the earlier correction, Teranet–National Bank report said
HELOC balances decline, cooling credit card and mortgage growth
Advisors see opportunities as the account grows in popularity
Opinion: The answer comes down to diversification and liquidity factors
Housing markets have settled down in recent months with prices moderating