BCREA forecasts a small decline in 2025 home sales (-1.1%), followed by a robust +8.8% rebound in 2026—indicating a V-shaped recovery.

RBC expects price declines into 2026 due to high inventory, especially in BC and Ontario.

Regional divergence will persist—mountain, interior markets may differ from Vancouver-area dynamics.

Outlook emphasizes short-term cooling followed by recovery in 2026; crash unlikely unless macro shocks derail rebound.