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 expert alert: Will the Iran War and rising inflation offer a buying opportunity in 2026? + MORE Apr 9th
Escalating tensions in the Middle East have erupted into war between the US and Iran. Spiking oil prices from Strait of Hormuz blockages are already having an immediate, aggressive impact on your wallet, your household expenses, and crucially, your mortgage.
Historically, moments of extreme globa.... More »
Variable-rate mortgages regain popularity as Morningstar flags rising risks + MORE Feb 1st
Morningstar DBRS says mortgage portfolios should hold up in 2026 despite a soft housing market, while warning that rising variable-rate use and Alt-A exposure are key areas to watch..... More »
HomeEquity Bank raises $200M through CHIP Mortgage Trust note sale May 3rd
Oversubscribed issuance underscores investor demand for reverse mortgage-backed funding.... More »
The bond risk many investors overlook Jul 5th
When you buy a bond, there’s a chance the borrower might not be able to pay you back, but bonds also carry a different kind of risk. Duration, or interest rate risk, is related to a bond’s sensitivity to changes in interest rates.
When interest rates go up, you won’t be able .... More »
New joint venture creates one of Canada’s largest independent mortgage platforms Feb 4th
The newly formed OIM Group brings together two growing brokerages to create a national, multi-brand platform spanning underwriting, technology and alternative lending..... More »
Canada faces $400 mortgage payment spike: How banks are preparing for the renewal storm
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With nearly half of mortgages set to reset by 2026, Canada’s banks say strong borrower equity and falling rates will cushion households, even as arrears edge higher and affordability remains strained.Mortgage Digest: National Conference edition
– canadianmortgagetrends.com
Highlights from Mortgage Professionals Canada’s National Mortgage Conference, where industry leaders shared insights on resilience, borrower discipline, and the path forward for 2026.
