Obtaining a mortgage or secured line of credit in Canada at the best rates is often a daunting task. We can help! Read the articles below for more info.
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Fixed mortgage rates in Canada resume their decline amid economic volatility Feb 5th
After a short-lived upswing in bond yields last month that nudged some fixed mortgage rates higher, lenders are once again bringing them back down..... More »
The Latest in Mortgage News – Home Prices and Rate Hikes + MORE Oct 4th
Interest rates, and more specifically the growing certainty of higher rates to come, have been dominating headlines following the announcement of a new trade agreement between Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. With the expectation of rising interest rates, many eyes are also on the developments in the re.... More »
Where to Buy Real Estate in Canada 2026: Greater Toronto Area May 6th
From Blue Jays games at Rogers Centre to weekend hikes in the Rouge Valley, life in the GTA moves at whatever pace you set. Home to more than seven million people, the Toronto region’s high price tags kept many buyers on the sidelines. But as the market recalibrates, a window is opening fo.... More »
Canadian household debt hits $1.8T as report warns of domestic risk + MORE Mar 13th
TORONTO _ Canadians’ collective household debt has climbed to $1.8 trillion as an international financial group sounds an early warning that the country’s banking system is at risk from rising debt levels.
Equifax Canada said in a new report Monday Canadian consumers now owe $1.821 trill.... More »
Homeowners, realtors should take steps to protect against title fraud: experts Mar 19th
It's been years since you finished paying off your mortgage, so the letter in the mail from a bank saying you're in default and now owe money comes as a shock..... More »
How to Improve Your Credit Score – Student Edition
– ratesupermarket.ca
This series by personal finance specialist Amanda Reaume focuses on how to improve something that many people overlook: your credit score. These posts will give you tips and tricks to improve your chances of getting approved for better rates when you apply for credit – leading to better student loans, car loans and even mortgages.
September is almost in full swing and if you’re a university or college student, then you’re probably comfortably settling into your routine and dorm room. As you buy books, begin assignments and make new friends, the last thing you’re likely thinking about is your credit.
But even at this stage of life, it’s critical that you start planning for your future. That means making smart credit decisions now that will pay off later in life, saving you up to tens of thousands of dollars. Adopting solid habits while you’re a student can lead to lower interest rates when borrowing money for large purchases such as car loans or mortgages. You might even be able to refinance your student loans after you graduate and pay a much lower interest rate…
