Zown CEO Rishard Rameez shares how we help first-time buyers save thousands with our Down Payment Boost, as featured on BNN Bloomberg.
Zown
August 26, 2025
We’re proud to share that Zown was recently featured on BNN Bloomberg, CTV News, and CP24 for our innovative approach to making homeownership more attainable for Canadians — especially first-time buyers facing today’s affordability challenges.
In a recent interview with BNN Bloomberg, our CEO & Co-Founder, Rishard Rameez, discussed one of the lesser-talked-about drivers of Canada’s housing crunch: seniors holding onto their homes longer than ever before.
A growing number of Canadians aged 75+ are choosing to “age in place” instead of downsizing. Many want to keep their backyard space, host family gatherings, and avoid the downsides of condo living — but the market simply doesn’t offer enough senior-friendly alternatives.
The result? Lower turnover, fewer detached homes available, and a ripple effect that squeezes first-time homebuyers out of the market.
While inventory stays tight, young Canadians face another challenge: the cost of rent.
Without turnover in the housing market, these buyers have fewer options — and investors can push rental prices even higher.
Zown offers an alternative pathway to homeownership by:
This model means buyers start their homeownership journey with thousands in savings before they even move in.
If you’ve been struggling to save for a down payment or feel priced out of the market, Zown’s Down Payment Boost could make homeownership possible sooner than you think.
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