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CREA says real estate got easier but is it for *you*?

Your real estate journey just got easier, according to a new report

Okay, so this is actually wild. The Canadian Real Estate Association, CREA, just dropped some new podcast episodes and they're talking about making real estate more accessible for *everyone*. This isn't just about ramps and braille, you know? Jeffrey Kerr was on Episode 72, and he was specifically talking about how folks with mobility, visual, or auditory barriers often need accommodations just to navigate the process of buying or selling a home.

Saskatoon is a city that’s growing, and we need to make sure that growth is for *all* residents. Think about it: our housing market is already so competitive, and if you have extra hurdles, it’s even tougher. This kind of conversation, coming from a national body like CREA, is a big deal. It means the industry is starting to look at how we can better support people, rather than just focusing on the transaction itself. We need to keep this energy in Saskatoon, especially with new developments popping up near places like the Broadway Bridge area.

* **Source**: CREA REAL TIME Podcast

* **Episode 72**: Features Jeffrey Kerr, discussing accessibility

* **Key Focus**: Accommodations for clients with mobility, visual, or auditory barriers

This conversation is vital for making sure our city's real estate market truly serves everyone who calls Saskatoon home. We need to watch how these national discussions trickle down to local realtors and policies here.

Blessing Adesanya, MiTL Sports Desk, Saskatoon.

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