Buying in Toronto in 2026? Avoid This Title FRAUD Trap

Описание: Toronto real estate is heading into a huge moment. The Bank of Canada rate announcement is here, inflation is still the deciding factor, and the spring market psychology is starting to creep in. In this Toronto real estate market update, I break down what the Bank of Canada is likely to do next, what that means for buyers and sellers, and why title fraud is becoming a real risk in today’s market.

If you’re a first time home buyer, a move-up buyer, an investor, or a seller thinking about listing in 2026, this video will help you understand what’s happening right now in Toronto real estate, and how to protect yourself during a deal.

Title fraud is a growing concern in today's real estate market, especially with the increased use of digital signature and e-signatures. This video explains how your property title can be targeted in scams, even without your knowledge. Understanding these title issues and implementing strong fraud prevention measures is crucial for every homeowner.

In this video, you’ll learn:

Why the Bank of Canada is likely holding rates (and how inflation is driving that decision)
What this means for Toronto real estate prices and negotiation power for buyers and sellers
Why Toronto condos and freehold homes aren’t behaving the same right now
How title fraud and wire-transfer scams happen in real estate transactions
Two simple steps every buyer, seller, and first time home buyer can use to reduce risk

👤 ABOUT ME
I’m Fred Tam, a Real Estate Broker with Tam Realty Group in the Greater Toronto Area. I help first-time buyers, move-up families, downsizers and investors make smart, data-based decisions in Toronto, Durham, York, Peel and beyond.

📍 AREAS WE WORK
Toronto • Scarborough • North York • Etobicoke • Durham Region (Pickering, Ajax, Whitby, Oshawa) • York Region (Markham, Richmond Hill, Vaughan, Thornhill)

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My mission is to inform those who wish to learn about how the real estate market works, whether you’re working towards buying your first home, investing in your next multi-residential property, or selling in order to reach your next goals. As an individual who is also driven by goals, I am to help you reach yours.

At the time of production, Fred Tam is a Real Estate Broker with Right at Home Realty, Brokerage in Toronto, ON. Fred’s videos do not necessarily represent the views and/or opinions of anyone else’s. The purpose of Fred’s videos are to educate you and help you make sense of the real estate market and process. If you have questions about home loans, taxes, finances, real estate law, insurance, professional trades, or any other services where you live, you are advised to reach out to the appropriate professionals for further counsel about your own unique situation.