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title: "RBC poll shows 61% of Quebecers say no “perfect time” exists to buy a home"
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description: "An RBC poll reveals that 61% of Quebecers believe there is no perfect time to buy a home, citing economic uncertainty as a major obstacle. While 57% perceive the market as favoring sellers, only 26% of those planning to buy within two years view the current moment as ideal. Most anticipate a short window before prices rise, with significant concerns over affordability and financial shocks for first-time buyers."
datetime: "2026-07-08T10:15:53.000Z"
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# RBC poll shows 61% of Quebecers say no “perfect time” exists to buy a home

-   RBC’s July 8, 2026 Home Ownership Poll flags a confidence gap in Quebec housing as buyers struggle to time entry. \* 61% of Quebec respondents agree you can never really know the right time to buy; 74% cite economic uncertainty as a key obstacle. \* Market perception skews tight in Quebec: 57% see a seller’s market; 12% see a buyer’s market. \* Among Quebecers planning to buy within 2 years, 26% say now is the right time; 53% expect a short window before prices rise. \* Affordability pressure remains central: 78% say home ownership requires more sacrifices than prior generations; 76% expect financial shock for first-time buyers. Disclaimer: This news brief was created by Public Technologies (PUBT) using generative artificial intelligence. While PUBT strives to provide accurate and timely information, this AI-generated content is for informational purposes only and should not be interpreted as financial, investment, or legal advice. RBC - Royal Bank of Canada published the original content used to generate this news brief on July 08, 2026, and is solely responsible for the information contained therein. © Copyright 2026 - Public Technologies (PUBT) Original Document: here

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