Canadian housing mortgage rates are all over the map. Don’t get trapped in an unnecessarily costly mortgage agreement.
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How much income do I need to qualify for a mortgage in Canada? + MORE Jun 20th
The Bank of Canada made a long-awaited rate cut on June 5, but the effects of lower mortgage rates have yet to trickle down into housing market data. That was evident in May, as real estate affordability continued to worsen for would-be home buyers.
The latest monthly affordability report from Ra.... More »
Ottawa to allow 30-year amortization for first-time buyers’ mortgages on new homes + MORE Apr 12th
Some advocates are praising Ottawa’s move to lengthen the amortization period on insured mortgages for certain home buyers, but say expanding the policy to all Canadians would help make home ownership more affordable.
Speaking in Toronto on Thursday, Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland announced.... More »
The best credit cards for newcomers to Canada for 2024 + MORE Jul 29th
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The best credit cards for newcomers to Canada for 2024
As a newcomer, you’ll want a credit card that offers you the best value without having a long Canadian credit history. Here’s a list of our favourite cash back, rewards, low-interest cards and more.
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CMHC reports annual rate of housing starts in June down six per cent from May + MORE Jul 17th
Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. says the annual pace of housing starts in June fell six per cent compared with May..... More »
Latest in Mortgage News: OSFI leaves stress test rate unchanged + MORE Dec 13th
Canada’s banking regulator confirmed today it will leave the mortgage stress test for uninsured mortgages unchanged..... More »
Reverse mortgages are booming amid Canada’s turbulent rate environment
– canadianmortgagetrends.com
High rates haven’t stopped Canadians from tapping their home equity by way of reverse mortgages.
Fixed mortgage rates are falling
– canadianmortgagetrends.com
While rates have been steadily climbing for variable mortgages, fixed mortgage rates have been moving in the opposite direction.
