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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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 »
Alterna Bank’s Fully Digital Mortgage Apr 6th
You can’t get a mortgage without talking to someone. Online mortgages are an invitation for fraud. You can’t assess mortgage suitability online. Digital signatures aren’t safe. You can’t cross-sell an online mortgage customer. These are the modern-day urban myths of Canada&.... 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 »
Tools to calculate your mortgage payments and costs in Canada Nov 1st
Owning real estate is a goal for many Canadians, and while it can be a rewarding investment, it comes with financial responsibilities that you must carefully manage. First and foremost, you need to be able to calculate your mortgage payments, down payment, penalty fees and other costs. Onli.... More »
The Broker Channel Gets Another Prime Lender: Strive Capital + MORE Sep 23rd
Strive is live. It’s Canada’s latest prime lender in the mortgage broker market..... More »
My four best money-saving rules: Roseman
– thestar.com
Paying yourself first is a powerful strategy, as I learned after retiring my mortgage. Here are more financial truths that can set you free.
