Majority of Brokers Confident Despite Recession Concerns

Economic anxiety, not interest rates, is the main factor freezing Canada's housing market in 2026, with 40% of real estate professionals citing recession fears as the top reason buyers and sellers hesitate. Risk aversion has increased, causing delays and deal collapses, with financing failure and client indecision as leading issues. Administrative burdens are also reducing professionals' client time, risking industry capacity amid rising transaction complexity.