October 11th, 2016
Will mortgage and tax rule changes that Canada’s Finance Minister Minister Bill Morneau announced this week do anything to cool the Canadian housing market? One economic analysis firm says the … [read more]
October 11th, 2016
There are now fewer options for rental properties. In the wake of new mortgage rules, some mortgage lenders are pulling mortgage programs for rentals. One of the first was Merix/Lendwise, … [read more]
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October 7th, 2016
Canada’s finance department projects home sales could fall as much as 8 per cent in the first year after new housing regulations are implemented, before rebounding, based on an analysis … [read more]
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September 27th, 2016
Residential mortgage insurance premiums are likely to increase for homes in hot real estate markets as a result of beefed-up capital requirements for Canada’s mortgage insurers coming into force next … [read more]
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September 8th, 2016
Banks are eager to lend a hand to first-time homebuyers, but that doesn’t mean you should borrow as much as they’ll loan you. Why? It’s all about the cash flow. … [read more]
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September 7th, 2016
The Bank of Canada held the target for the overnight rate at ½% Wednesday. Canada’s economy shrank in Q2, according to the BoC; however it’s still predicting a bounce back … [read more]
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August 12th, 2016
This is the somewhat surprising headline to an item in Fortune yesterday: The Average American Still Can’t Get a Mortgage. The US economy may be on the upswing, the author … [read more]
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July 13th, 2016
Pressures from global volatility and slow growth in the wake of the Brexit haven’t deterred the Bank of Canada from its current monetary policy; the central bank has opted to … [read more]
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July 7th, 2016
Canada’s top banking regulator is stepping up expectations for banks when it comes to mortgage lending. The Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions issued a four-page letter to financial … [read more]
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July 5th, 2016
In many cases, “a down payment is often the largest single payment a consumer makes in their lifetime and saving for it isn’t easy,” explained Corey Carlisle, executive director of … [read more]
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July 2nd, 2016
Saving for a down payment can pose one of the biggest challenges for potential home buyers. Indeed, “a down payment is often the largest single payment a consumer makes in … [read more]
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June 30th, 2016
A Canadian mortgage industry group says there is no bubble in any Canadian housing markets and is warning the government against any changes in lending conditions that might derail the … [read more]
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June 21st, 2016
The record-low mortgage rate environment seems poised to continue, according to a recent forecast from the British Columbia Real Estate Real Estate Association. “Given the current outlook for economic growth, … [read more]
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June 14th, 2016
A leading economist with one of Canada’s biggest banks has flagged what he says would topple the Canadian housing market, while dishing out advice for how the Bank of Canada … [read more]
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June 13th, 2016
More Canadian parents with adult children are looking for ways to help those children financially, especially with the purchase of a home. Young adults in expensive housing markets like Toronto … [read more]
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June 10th, 2016
If you’re serious about buying a home, cleaning up your credit should be the first item on your agenda. After going through your credit report, identifying, paying off and closing … [read more]
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June 7th, 2016
The Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation released its annual Mortgage Consumer Survey Tuesday. “Understanding the way active Canadian mortgage consumers behave and what they are looking for allows mortgage professionals … [read more]
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May 30th, 2016
Buying a home can be one of the best experiences of your life. However, if you have poor credit, it can be a frustrating and disappointing experience in your life. … [read more]
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May 25th, 2016
Why is this important if you’re looking to get a mortgage? The overnight rate is the interest rate which financial institutions use when borrowing and lending overnight funds between each … [read more]
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May 2nd, 2016
We know that the home buying journey can feel overwhelming as you navigate your way through the maze of forms, financing, inspections, pricing, and negotiating. Today, we explore the advantages … [read more]
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April 26th, 2016
You’ve spent the last few years trying to avoid unnecessary purchases, slowly filling up your piggy bank and perhaps even held your hat out to mom and dad. Well, the … [read more]
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April 24th, 2016
As a homebuyer, you don’t want anything to jeopardize your chances of closing on the home you’ve selected. Many folks can’t buy homes without applying for a mortgage, and if … [read more]
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