Could the Looming HST Cause Residential Building Blitz?
With both the implementation of the Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) and the spring building season drawing near, the real estate market and construction industry just might get the boost they need. While polls show consumers are decidedly against the added tax, with only several months before it takes effect, those looking to purchase or build a new home could have enough incentive to streamline their plans.
With the new tax primarily affecting those who are building houses over $500,000 in Ontario and $525,000 in BC, it is likely that this possible …
Tim Hudak not Toeing the Line on HST
Tim Hudak has been outspoken towards Premier Dalton McGuinty since being elected head of the PC Party of Ontario. Of course it is typical for politicians to speak out against their opposition, they would be out of a job otherwise, but Hudak’s stance on HST, which he has dubbed Dalton’s sales tax, is creating quite a bit of media coverage for the new PC Leader.
While conservatives are generally known for supporting business interests, Hudak is doing all he can to dodge this stereotype, saying in an interview, “just when you …

