Assignment Sale Distress in Toronto: What Buyers and Lenders Should Know
Toronto pre-construction assignment sale distress in 2026. Why sellers are walking away, current condo market data, and mortgage risk implications.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why are so many Toronto pre-construction assignments selling at a loss?
Buyers who purchased pre-construction condos in 2021–2022 at peak prices are now facing completion at purchase prices significantly above current market value. Combined with higher carrying costs and mortgage qualifying pressure, many are selling assignments at a loss rather than completing the purchase.
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