What does it mean to be house poor in today’s Canadian economy? With home prices rising much faster than wages, more people are stretching their finances to buy property, only to find themselves stressed, overleveraged, and without a financial safety net.
We explore how the definition of "house poor" has evolved, the role gig work and income instability play, and whether it's ever worth it to stretch your finances for a home. Most importantly, we share practical tools to help you avoid becoming house poor—or to recover if you’re already there.
(0:00) Defining "House Poor": Understanding the Basics
(2:00) The Changing Definition of House Poor Over Time
(3:45) House Prices vs. Wages & Inflation
(6:00) Gig Work & the Modern Workforce
(8:30) When Is Being House Poor Acceptable?
(13:00) Rethinking Homeownership as Investment
(14:30) Practical Advice: How to Avoid Becoming House Poor
(19:30) Financial Planning Tools: Calculating Your Homeownership Affordability
(22:00) The Link Between Homeownership & Unsecured Debt
(26:00) Getting Out of the House Poor Situation: Actionable Strategies
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