OSFI’s stress test change sparks industry confusion Nov 30th

Learn more about Canadian mortgage rates, rules and the latest news – read on! OSFI’s stress test change sparks industry confusion – canadianmortgagetrends.com Canada’s banking regulator threw the mortgage industry a curve ball last week when a representative suggested there were some restrictions to a recent policy change most brokers weren’t aware of. Continue Reading […]

Quebec’s legal battle between CNQ and title insurers leaves brokers and homeowners in limbo ahead of mortgage renewal wave + MORE Nov 27th

Quebec’s legal battle between CNQ and title insurers leaves brokers and homeowners in limbo ahead of mortgage renewal wave + MORE Nov 27th

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. New platform supports mortgage brokers with mentorship and mental health strategies – canadianmortgagetrends.com New platform aims to bridge the gap for new mortgage brokers with mentorship, […]

Why are mortgages so expensive in Canada? + MORE Nov 21st

Interested in learning more about property mortgages in Canada? Look no further! OSFI’s stress test on mortgage switches ends today: What you need to know – canadianmortgagetrends.com Starting tomorrow, certain mortgage borrowers will find it easier to switch lenders, thanks to the removal of the requirement to qualify at a higher stress test rate. Continue […]

Toronto and Vancouver mortgage arrears set to hit highest levels in 10 years, CMHC warns + MORE Nov 15th

Mortgages in Canada can be a murky subject – one that we hope to shed some light on with a series of highly informational articles. Mortgage rate war to intensify as lenders compete for renewal business, analyst says – canadianmortgagetrends.com Former Scotiabank Mortgage head John Webster weighed in, noting that the big banks’ competitive pricing […]

Fixed mortgage rates may not follow Bank of Canada cuts, former TD economist warns + MORE Nov 12th

Fixed mortgage rates may not follow Bank of Canada cuts, former TD economist warns + MORE Nov 12th

Interested in learning more about property mortgages in Canada? Look no further! Fixed mortgage rates may not follow Bank of Canada cuts, former TD economist warns – canadianmortgagetrends.com While plenty of consumers believe the Bank of Canada’s steady interest rate cuts will drop mortgage rates meaningfully across the board, economist Don Drummond isn’t so sure […]

BoC official warns against playing with mortgage rules to make housing affordable + MORE Nov 9th

Learn more about Canadian mortgage rates, rules and the latest news – read on! BoC official warns against playing with mortgage rules to make housing affordable – canadianmortgagetrends.com The Bank of Canada’s senior deputy governor is warning against adjusting mortgage rules to try to make the prospect of homeownership more affordable. Continue Reading On canadianmortgagetrends.com […]