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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RBC and NBC are the latest big banks to hike fixed mortgage rates + MORE Jun 3rd
RBC and National Bank became the latest Big 6 banks to increase their posted fixed rates this week, following previous increases by BMO and CIBC..... More »
Why Canadian fixed mortgage rates are rising again + MORE May 15th
After briefly dipping below 4%, most five-year fixed mortgage rates at Canada’s major banks are back above the 4% mark, and could stay elevated for the foreseeable future, experts say..... More »
U.S. banks snatch up MBS that notched best returns since 2002 + MORE Jan 8th
Flush with deposits, U.S. banks are buying up mortgage bonds and betting that the asset class will get a further boost in 2026 from relaxed capital rules..... More »
Listening, understanding, empowering: The client-centric values behind HomeEquity Bank Nov 15th
Partnering with mortgage brokers to put clients first..... More »
Canadian home sales forecast downgraded—but the market may be turning a corner + MORE Jul 17th
For the second time this year, the Canadian Real Estate Association has downgraded its forecast for home sales in 2025, even as it says a turnaround could be looming following increased activity in June.
The association reported that the number of homes changing hands across the country in June r.... More »
Mortgage providers slash rates in wake of bond yield drop
– canadianmortgagetrends.com
It took some time, but mortgage rates are now responding to last week’s plunge in bond yields stemming from fears about systemic financial risk in the U.S. and Europe.
Mortgage market in Canada more sensitive to higher rates: BoC
– canadianmortgagetrends.com
When deciding to hold rates at its February meeting, the Bank of Canada took into consideration the fact Canada’s real estate and mortgage markets are more rate sensitive compared to other countries.
