Canada’s population is aging faster than ever before, and this shift is having a significant impact on both the housing and mortgage markets. With nearly one in four Canadians expected to be over the age of 65 by 2030, the real estate landscape is evolving — from how homes are financed to what types of properties are in highest demand.

If you’re planning to buy or sell a home, national economic trends can have a big influence on your local market. The Bank of Canada is expected to lower its key interest rate again — even as inflation remains mixed and job data shows signs of strength.

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What’s happening with interest rates

The Bank of Canada appears ready to make another rate cut. Wh...