Mortgages in Canada can be a murky subject – one that we hope to shed some light on with a series of highly informational articles.
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Mortgage Digest: 50% odds of a 50-bps October rate cut, experts say + MORE Oct 4th
A weekly review of the latest mortgage and real estate news, a recap of key headlines, and a preview of upcoming economic releases..... More »
Oil shock could keep rates higher for longer, analyst warns + MORE Mar 19th
A prolonged Middle East conflict could push oil prices higher, adding to inflation pressures and raising risks for mortgage rates and household affordability..... More »
House rich, cash poor: When a reverse mortgage might make sense Jul 14th
Reverse mortgages were at one time considered the Wild West of financial products, associated with aggressive and even predatory sales tactics targeting seniors in the United States. .... More »
The $13 Billion Question: Will Ottawa’s “Build Canada Homes” Fix Our Broken Housing Market, or Just Build More Problems? + MORE Sep 28th
Another week, another blockbuster announcement from Ottawa aimed at solving our national housing crisis. This time, it’s a shiny new federal agency dubbed “Build Canada Homes,” launched with a cool $13 billion of your money. The promise? To slice through the red tape, leverage public lands, an.... More »
Mortgage payments: Understanding timing and avoiding confusion + MORE Jun 26th
Mortgage payments can sometimes be a tricky topic for some homeowners, leading to confusion about when payments are due and what time period they cover..... More »
OSFI says mortgage payment shock poses a key risk to Canada’s financial system
– canadianmortgagetrends.com
Canada’s banking regulator says high borrowing costs and a wave of expected renewals pose a key risk to Canada’s financial system.
