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2023 Fall Economic Statement: What It Means for Housing and Mortgages in Canada
In November 2023, the federal government released its Fall Economic Statement, and this year’s focus was unmistakable — affordable housing and mortgage relief. With rising home prices, rental costs, and interest rates squeezing Canadians from all sides, the government laid…
Bank of Canada September Pause: What It Means For Every Canadian Homeowner
The Bank of Canada made headlines again this September by holding its key interest rate steady at 5%. For many Canadian homeowners — especially those juggling variable-rate mortgages — this pause came as a temporary sigh of relief. But what…
Calgary Housing Market Outlook 2023: Why This City Is Still on Buyers’ Radar
Despite rising interest rates slowing down home sales across Canada, Calgary’s housing market is standing strong in 2023 — showing resilience, affordability, and a growing appeal to Canadians priced out of other major cities. The Calgary Real Estate Board (CREB)…
Canada Housing Market Outlook as of Today
The start of 2023 hasn’t been easy for Canada’s housing market. Home sales have stumbled into the year at a pace not seen since the 2009 financial crisis. With elevated interest rates, affordability concerns, and low inventory levels across many…
Canada’s Housing Market: Where to Buy (and Avoid) in 2024
As 2024 unfolds, the Canadian housing market continues to reflect a tug-of-war between high borrowing costs and a serious lack of affordable homes. If you’re thinking about buying or investing in real estate this year, where you choose to buy…
Have Variable Mortgage Rates Peaked in Canada?
Variable mortgage rates have been on a wild ride over the past couple of years — climbing steadily, shaking up monthly budgets, and pushing Canadian borrowers to rethink their home financing plans. If you’ve been riding this wave (or watching…
Here’s What You Should Know About the 5-Year Government of Canada Bond Yield
When people talk about mortgage rates going up or down in Canada, there’s one behind-the-scenes number that often drives those changes: the 5-Year Government of Canada bond yield. This unassuming financial indicator actually has a huge impact on the rates…
A Look Back: The History of Mortgage Rates in Canada
Mortgage rates in Canada have been anything but boring. From sky-high peaks in the 1980s to rock-bottom lows during the pandemic, interest rates have shaped everything from home prices to household budgets. Whether you’re a first-time buyer, a seasoned homeowner,…
Vancouver Housing Market Outlook 2023
The Vancouver housing market is showing early signs of a rebound in 2023. As inflation cools and buyer confidence returns, home prices across the Greater Vancouver Area (GVA) have started to trend upwards again. According to the Real Estate Board…
Montreal Housing Market Outlook for 2023
Montreal’s housing market is experiencing a slowdown in 2023, but signs of stabilization are beginning to emerge. The first quarter of the year saw a sharp decline in sales activity due to rising interest rates, but the pace of decline…