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Bank of Canada maintains policy rate, continues quantitative tightening

March 6, 2024 | Posted by: Shiva Narine

The Bank of Canada today held its target for the overnight rate at 5%, with the Bank Rate at 5.25% and the deposit rate at 5%. The Bank is continuing its policy of quantitative tightening. Global e ...

Managing Your Mortgage Renewal in a High-Rate Environment

February 10, 2024 | Posted by: Shiva Narine

Hello homeowners. With interest rates higher than they have been in many years, many of you might be anxious about your upcoming mortgage renewal. It's completely understandable, and you're not alon ...

Bank of Canada maintains policy rate, continues quantitative tightening

January 24, 2024 | Posted by: Shiva Narine

Navigating High Interest Rates: Strategies for New Home Buyers Across Canada

December 19, 2023 | Posted by: Shiva Narine

Introduction In today's economic landscape, we're seeing a trend that can be quite intimidating for anyone looking to step into the world of home ownership – high interest rates. But fear not! This ...

Navigating Your Mortgage: Practical Tips from the Experts

December 14, 2023 | Posted by: Shiva Narine

Managing a mortgage is a journey that requires careful navigation. Mortgage brokers understand the challenges and uncertainties homeowners face when it comes to their mortgage payments. Today's e ...

Bank of Canada maintains policy rate, continues quantitative tightening

December 6, 2023 | Posted by: Shiva Narine

The Bank of Canada today held its target for the overnight rate at 5%, with the Bank Rate at 5.25% and the deposit rate at 5%. The Bank is continuing its policy of quantitative tightening. The ...

Navigating the New Normal: How Remote Work is Reshaping the Canadian Mortgage and Real Estate Landscape

December 3, 2023 | Posted by: Shiva Narine

In recent years, we've witnessed a seismic shift in our work lives, notably the rise of remote work catalyzed by the COVID-19 pandemic. This change isn't just about swapping office desks for dinin ...

Canada's New Updated Mortgage Charter

November 23, 2023 | Posted by: Shiva Narine

The Canadian Mortgage Charter spells out the rights consumers have when they are renegotiating mortgages. It calls on financial institutions to provide better relief measures over the next three y ...

Understanding Fixed vs. Variable Rate Mortgages

November 15, 2023 | Posted by: Shiva Narine

If you're on the cusp of getting a mortgage, or if you're considering refinancing, you've likely encountered the terms "fixed rate" and "variable rate" mortgage. These are the two primary pathways i ...

6 things to know about capital gains and taxes for people across Canada

November 2, 2023 | Posted by: Shiva Narine

So, you made some cash selling your property or stocks at a higher price than you bought them for? High five! But before you start celebrating, there's this thing called capital gains that might show ...

Bank Of Canada Rate Update October 25, 2023

October 25, 2023 | Posted by: Shiva Narine

Bank of Canada maintains policy rate, continues quantitative tightening The Bank of Canada today held its target for the overnight rate at 5%, with the Bank Rate at 5.25% and the deposit rate at 5% ...

Mortgage Strategies in a Rising Interest Rate Environment

October 24, 2023 | Posted by: Shiva Narine

Hello dear readers, Let's have a coffee chat, shall we? If we were sitting in a cozy café, sipping on lattes (or your beverage of choice), today's hot topic of conversation would undoubtedly revol ...

Leveraging Your Home Equity to Help Purchase a Home For Your Children: A Prudent Move?

October 6, 2023 | Posted by: Shiva Narine

Navigating Parental Assistance in Home Purchases The concept of parents aiding their children in stepping onto the property ladder is not a new one yet it is not ubiquitously adopted. A 2021 ...

Understanding and Utilizing Home Equity

October 1, 2023 | Posted by: Shiva Narine

If you've consistently made mortgage payments over the years, you've been accumulating home equity. As this equity grows, homeowners can access it, converting it into cash for various purposes, from h ...

Can a first-time home buyer have a mortgage co-signer?

September 17, 2023 | Posted by: Shiva Narine

Can New Home Buyers in Canada Use a Mortgage Co-Signer? Struggling to secure a mortgage or need a financial boost? Consider bringing in a co-signer. Dive deeper into this and other home-buying tact ...

Bank of Canada maintains policy rate, continues quantitative tightening

September 6, 2023 | Posted by: Shiva Narine

The Bank of Canada today held its target for the overnight rate at 5%, with the Bank Rate at 5¼% and the deposit rate at 5%. The Bank is also continuing its policy of quantitative tightening. Infl ...

Top Reasons To Refinance Your Home And Reasons Why You Maybe Should Not.

August 23, 2023 | Posted by: Shiva Narine

Refinancing a mortgage means replacing your existing loan with a new one, either with your current lender or a different one. Canadians often consider refinancing for various reasons, such as ...

Navigating High-Interest Rates and Inflation: Your Path to Mortgage Resilience

August 5, 2023 | Posted by: Shiva Narine

Introduction As your trusted mortgage broker, I understand that the current economic backdrop in Canada is presenting challenges for many homeowners. With interest rates on the rise and inflation p ...

Understanding Credit Scores and Maximizing Mortgage Opportunities in Canada

July 27, 2023 | Posted by: Shiva Narine

Introduction In Canada, your credit score plays a crucial role in your financial life, especially when it comes to major transactions like securing a mortgage. A credit score is a numerical r ...

Bank of Canada raises policy rate 25 basis points, continues quantitative tightening

July 12, 2023 | Posted by: Shiva Narine

The Bank of Canada today increased its target for the overnight rate to 5%, with the Bank Rate at 5¼% and the deposit rate at 5%. The Bank is also continuing its policy of quantitative tightening. G ...

Some great tips to help you save for a home

June 13, 2023 | Posted by: Shiva Narine

A home for most all Canadians is likely the most significant purchase you will make in your lifetime, so it is essential to be well-prepared. It is crucial to understand how to budget and save for ...

Strategies for Speeding Up Mortgage Repayment

June 3, 2023 | Posted by: Shiva Narine

Those of us who desire to own a home often long for the time when our mortgage is paid off. Although the majority of Canadian mortgages are usually amortized over the course of 25 years, there are a ...

First-Time Home Buyer Budgeting: What You Need to Know

April 20, 2023 | Posted by: Shiva Narine

As a first-time home buyer, budgeting is an essential part of the home buying process. By carefully planning your finances and considering all of the costs associated with purchasing a home, you can e ...

Bank Of Canada Rate Update April 12, 2023

April 12, 2023 | Posted by: Shiva Narine

Bank of Canada maintains policy rate, continues quantitative tightening The Bank of Canada today held its target for the overnight rate at 4.5%, with the Bank Rate at 4.75% and the deposit rate at 4. ...

Bank of Canada Rate Update March 8, 2023

March 8, 2023 | Posted by: Shiva Narine

Selling Your Home in the Winter: How You Can Make the Most of It

March 5, 2023 | Posted by: Shiva Narine

Selling your home in the winter can be a challenging task, but it can also be an opportunity to stand out in a crowded market. With fewer houses on the market and motivated buyers who are eager to mov ...

Title insurance and home insurance–protect what matters most

February 27, 2023 | Posted by: Shiva Narine

When something goes wrong with your home and you suffer a loss, you need to be able to rely on your insurance coverage. Knowing which of your insurance policies to turn to isn't always easy. Title ins ...

Bank of Canada increases policy interest rate by 25 basis points, continues quantitative tightening

January 25, 2023 | Posted by: Shiva Narine

The Bank of Canada today increased its target for the overnight rate to 4½%, with the Bank Rate at 4¾% and the deposit rate at 4½%. The Bank is also continuing its policy of quantitative tightening ...

Should You Spend the Full Mortgage Amount You're Approved For?

December 28, 2022 | Posted by: Shiva Narine

Before you start shopping for a new home, you'll need to know exactly how much house you can afford. Otherwise, you could end up in a home that is way out of your budget. What you qualify for may not ...

The Pros and Cons of Fixed vs. Variable Mortgages

December 8, 2022 | Posted by: Shiva Narine

When it comes to choosing a mortgage, borrowers in Canada have two main options: a fixed rate mortgage or a variable mortgage. But which type is best for you? Here, we'll take a look at the pros and c ...

Bank of Canada increases policy interest rate by 50 basis points, continues quantitative tightening

December 7, 2022 | Posted by: Shiva Narine

The Bank of Canada today increased its target for the overnight rate to 4¼%, with the Bank Rate at 4½% and the deposit rate at 4¼%. The Bank is also continuing its policy of quantitative tightening ...

Bank of Canada Rate Update October 26, 2022

October 26, 2022 | Posted by: Shiva Narine

Bank of Canada increases policy interest rate by 50 basis points, continues quantitative tightening The Bank of Canada today increased its target for the overnight rate to 3.75%, with the Bank Rate a ...

Best Ways to Plan for Your Down Payment

October 19, 2022 | Posted by: Shiva Narine

Best Ways to Plan for Your Down Payment Do mortgages seem unaffordable? These tips will help you plan for your down payment so you can start talking to a private lender mortgage broker in no time. ...

How Mortgage Rates Affect Buying Power?

September 16, 2022 | Posted by: Shiva Narine

How Mortgage Rates Affect Buying Power? Do You Know How Your Mortgage Rate Affects Buying Power? To maximize your purchasing power, you should understand how interest rates impact your home buying p ...

Bank Of Canada Rate Update September 7, 2022

September 7, 2022 | Posted by: Shiva Narine

Bank of Canada increases policy interest rate by 75 basis points, continues quantitative tightening The Bank of Canada today increased its target for the overnight rate to 3.25%, with the Bank Rate ...

Should You Pay Off Your Mortgage Early?

August 24, 2022 | Posted by: Shiva Narine

It's a dream to be able to pay off your mortgage early, but is there a downside? While it sounds like a great idea, there are some factors to consider before doing so. This article will explore some o ...

Bank Of Canada Rate Update July 13, 2022

July 13, 2022 | Posted by: Shiva Narine

Bank of Canada increases policy interest rate by 100 basis points, continues quantitative tightening The Bank of Canada today increased its target for the overnight rate to 2.5%, with the Bank Rate ...

Bank Of Canada Rate Update June 1, 2022

June 1, 2022 | Posted by: Shiva Narine

Bank of Canada increases policy interest rate by 50 basis points, continues quantitative tightening The Bank of Canada today increased its target for the overnight rate to 1½%, with the Bank Rate at ...

How a Mortgage Pre-Approval Can Protect You from Rising Rates

May 26, 2022 | Posted by: Shiva Narine

With interest rates rising, it's important to lock in a lower rate as soon as possible. You can do this with the right home mortgage pre-approval. Find out how! Do you plan on searching for and buy ...

How is a Private Mortgage Different Than a Traditional Bank Mortgage

May 4, 2022 | Posted by: Shiva Narine

Understanding the difference between private mortgages and traditional bank mortgages can help you make the best decision for financing a new home. Each option provides the money to secure real estate ...

Bank Of Canada Rate Update April 13, 2022

April 13, 2022 | Posted by: Shiva Narine

Bank of Canada increases policy interest rate by 50 basis points, begins quantitative tightening The Bank of Canada today increased its target for the overnight rate to 1%, with the Bank Rate at 1¼% ...

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