This summer marks a very special milestone at Key, as many of our first Owner-Residents are celebrating one-year of owning with Key. From moving in our very first Owner-Resident early last year, to growing a community of now over 40 Owner-Residents who are able to enjoy the financial and social benefits of ownership, we are proud to have enabled more Canadians to start owning many years sooner. To celebrate this exciting milestone, we sat down with one of our first Owner-Residents, Keisha, to ask her about her experience with Key over her first year.

1. What have been the highlights of your first year with Key?

A: “My first year highlights would largely be based on the way in which the team welcomed me and made the experience of moving into my first place so special.”

At Key, we know that moving into your first home is amazing, but the process of moving? Not so much. Our community team works closely with all of our Owner-Residents to help ensure their moves are as seamless and smooth as possible.

‍

2. When you think about the reasons why you wanted to own your home, how has Key delivered on those goals?

‍

A: “I wanted to get my own home because the market is moving very quickly and I felt it would be easy to get left behind. That being said, buying in Toronto is a financial nightmare for working class individuals and Key made it possible as a result of the unique business model.“ Like Keisha, many Canadians are worried about being left behind as the market continues appreciating, leading so many to give up on homeownership completely. In fact 9 in 10 aspiring Canadian homeowners feel locked out of ever owning a home. By providing a third option to real estate, Key is giving more Canadians the opportunity to start owning.

‍

3. How has Key enabled your lifestyle over the past year?

‍

A: “As a result of owning with Key, I have been able to get into the housing market and enjoy the benefits of homeownership.” Key’s model mitigates the two largest barriers to traditional homeownership: having to save a significant amount for a large down payment and the need to immediately qualify for a mortgage (something that can be especially difficult if you’re self-employed).

‍

4. What’s your favourite part about being a Key Owner-Resident?

‍

A: “Oscar and I have really enjoyed the socials that are hosted by Key which have been a nice way to build community while trying new things.“

Key is helping Canadians move toward homeownership with less stress, lower upfront costs, and a clear plan for the future. If you’re ready to take the next step toward owning your home, Key’s program might be the solution you’ve been waiting for. Learn more about how Key's program works here.

‍