Learn more about Canadian mortgage rates, rules and the latest news – read on!
Latest News
Housing starts up in six largest cities but construction still not closing supply gap + MORE Sep 28th
The Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. says construction of new homes in Canada's six largest cities rose 4% year-over-year during the first half of 2024, but housing starts were still not enough to meet growing demand..... More »
Mortgage digest: More Canadians sidelined from homebuying as recession fears rise May 21st
A growing number of Canadians are pressing pause on homebuying plans as economic anxiety deepens, according to BMO’s latest Real Financial Progress Index..... More »
5 smart strategies for renewing your mortgage + MORE Mar 25th
Owning a home has plenty of benefits, but it’s not without challenges. Over one million mortgages in Canada are set to renew in the next few years, and many home owners will be faced with higher interest rates. If you’re in this situation, you may feel squeezed in two ways: a higher interest rat.... More »
Fixed Mortgage Rates Are Rising. Are Variable Rates Next? + MORE Jan 22nd
Numerous banks and other mortgage lenders have been raising fixed mortgage rates in recent weeks, following the lead of rising bond yields that are now at a two-year high. And next week, all eyes will be on the Bank of Canada to see if it raises its overnight target rate earlier than expected, which.... More »
A $200,000+ income is now needed to qualify for an average mortgage in Toronto & Vancouver Dec 22nd
High home prices and rising interest rates over the course of 2022 have made it significantly harder for buyers to qualify for the average mortgage, driving RBC's affordability measure to its worst-ever level..... More »
Can Mortgage Brokers Compete with Low Online Rates?
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As mortgage brokers, we should assume our clients and prospects have access to much of the same information we do. But sometimes they don’t, and in such cases we can focus on finding the best lender solution.
