Amid rising interest rates and stricter federal rules, lenders are taking a tougher stance on home equity lines of credit.

Nationally, though, the housing market continues to appear set for recovery — with the notable exception of B.C.

Despite dropping real estate sales, home affordability hasn't improved since the new mortgage rules came into effect on Jan. 1.

Housing markets across most of Canada are feeling the impact of rising interest rates and Ottawa's new mortgage rules.

The number of sales across B.C. has dipped, but prices haven't.

January housing data offered a first glimpse into the likely impact of the new federal mortgage standards.

New listings were down to the lowest level since 2009.

Home prices soared in December as buyers piled in before new mortgage rules kicked in on Jan. 1.

Interest rate hikes, new mortgage rules and minimum wage increases could all impact Canadians' debt burden.

New report by Royal LePage sees home prices climbing in many Canadian cities despite tighter regulations.