Resolutions for Your Home and Finances
As the new year approaches, it's a natural time to reflect on our personal goals and set resolutions for the months ahead. Your home and finances are key areas where small, intentional changes can lead to big improvements in security, stability, and quality of life. Here are some resolutions to ...
Economic Insights from Dr. Sherry Cooper
There is an unprecedented disparity between the economic and financial situation in the US and Canada. The Canadian economy is far more interest-sensitive than the US and, therefore, slowed more dramatically in response to the Bank of Canada’s restrictive policy to bring inflation back to its 2% target level. The ...
Refinancing Your Mortgage
Refinancing your mortgage can be a smart financial move for many reasons, and as your trusted mortgage advisor, I’ve seen how much it can benefit homeowners! Ideally, refinancing is done at the end of your mortgage term to avoid penalties, but the timing can vary depending on your goals. For ...
Economic Insights from Dr. Sherry Cooper
The 2024-2026 mortgage renewals "cliff" is manageable as long as the Bank of Canada cuts interest rates and the job market and economy don't weaken too much. Owing to the 75 basis point rate decline through September and the 50 bps cut in October, not all mortgages will renew at ...
Economic Insights from Dr. Sherry Cooper
Two significant developments in September will have a lasting positive impact on Canadian housing activity. First were Ottawa’s measures to make housing more affordable. Second was the Fed’s 50 basis point rate cut. Ottawa has come under increasing pressure to reduce immigration, build more housing, and help first-time homebuyers afford ...
What the Bank of Canada Rate Drops Mean for YOU!
With the Bank of Canada rate decreases throughout the summer and into September, I thought this would be a great opportunity to update you on what this means for your mortgage. If you're on an adjustable-rate mortgage, this will result in a slight decrease in your mortgage payments, giving you more ...
Economic Insights from Dr. Sherry Cooper
As the Bank of Canada cuts interest rates, housing activity has remained relatively weak. Existing home sales were well below historical averages in July, while new listings edged upward. Prices have plateaued, and residential mortgage originations are tepid. Mortgage balances grew by 3% annually in Q2, the second slowest quarterly ...
2024 Fall Market Outlook
The initial Bank of Canada rate cuts this past summer did not spur housing activity as anticipated, but potentially more on the way will continue to affect the housing market outlook. New listing levels are expected to rise as sellers who may have held back enter the market with the ...
