LIV logo – A modern real estate brand representing Living in Vaughan with a bold, red circular design and stylized home-inspired icon.

Living In Vaughan

GET IN TOUCH

Beyond the Listing Blog

Understand What Data Doesn't Show Before Purchasing

Go beyond square footage and price tags, explore Raj’s personal take on today’s real estate market.

From hidden gems to market shifts, each post brings insider insights that add real context to featured listings. Whether you’re buying, selling, or just curious, this is where expertise meets experience.

Vaughan development charges hit zero in 2026, saving new home buyers up to $50,193

Vaughan Drops Development Charges to Zero (2026)

Vaughan development charges dropped to zero on April 28, 2026, making Vaughan the first major GTA city to do it. The temporary policy runs through October 31, 2027. New home buyers could save up to $50,193 per low-rise build, and the saving stacks with the federal GST and Ontario HST rebates.
Read More
Vaughan GTA rental market update April 2026 - Raj Bajwa RE/MAX Experts

Vaughan & GTA Rental Market Update – April 2026

Vaughan avg rent hit $2,430 in March 2026, down year-over-year across nearly every unit type. Inventory is rising and landlords are competing for tenants. Renters have more negotiating power than previous years.
Read More
Vaughan real estate market update April 2026 showing housing trends, prices, and market insights in Vaughan Ontario and the Greater Toronto Area

Vaughan Market Update – April 2026

Vaughan real estate market update for April 2026 based on March data, including home prices, sales activity, inventory levels, and what it means for buyers, sellers, and investors in today’s market.
Read More
Ontario HST rebate 2026 for new homes in Vaughan and the GTA, showing potential savings up to $130,000, explained by Raj Bajwa real estate broker

Ontario HST Rebate 2026: First-Time Buyers Can Save $130k

Ontario 2026 HST rebate could save first-time buyers up to $130,000 on new homes. Here’s who qualifies, how it works, and what to watch before you buy.
Read More
Raj Bajwa Vaughan real estate broker explaining the Canada Ontario $8.8 billion development charges cut of 50% for GTA home buyers in 2026

Canada & Ontario Cut Development Charges 50% — What GTA Buyers Need to Know

Canada and Ontario just announced $8.8 billion to cut development charges 50% on new homes. GTA buyers in Vaughan could save up to $170,000. Here's the clear breakdown — from a local broker who knows this market
Read More
First-time buyer GST rebate Canada — new home 2026

Canada’s New GST Rebate (2026): First-Time Buyers Can Save $50K

Canada’s 2026 GST rebate could save first-time buyers up to $50,000 on new homes. Here’s who qualifies, how it works, and what to watch before you buy.
Read More