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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Some banks rethinking strategy on home mortgage competition + MORE Sep 7th
Some Canadian banks say they're starting to question how aggressively they go after mortgage customers amid intense competition..... More »
Renewing your mortgage? A guide for Canadians + MORE Oct 10th
More than two years have passed since interest rates took off in 2022, and though the Bank of Canada (BoC) has started backing down that ladder, holders on five-year fixed mortgages continue to face significantly higher rates and payments as their home loans come up for renewal. Even those currently.... More »
Weekly mortgage digest: Canadians are pulling back on borrowing Sep 16th
A weekly review of the latest mortgage and real estate news, a recap of key headlines, and a preview of upcoming economic releases..... More »
Invest or pay off debt: A comprehensive guide for Canadians + MORE Jan 17th
Your net worth is calculated by taking your assets and subtracting your liabilities. Both investing and repaying debt can boost your net worth as a result. The question is: which is better? In our guide about paying off debt versus investing, we cover the options from a number of different perspecti.... More »
Does it make sense for a young person to have life insurance? + MORE Nov 24th
Buying life insurance in your 20s can feel like an added cost to an already long list of expenses. But experts say it can safeguard loved ones if life doesn’t go as planned.
Do young Canadians need life insurance?
There can be a “very high temporary insurance need” for younger Canadians,.... 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.
