Nothing Seems Impossible in Spring

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Repositioning the housing market is one of those annual conundrums. According to C.M.H.C, if the market place is to restore the factor of Affordability  Canada will need to build approx. 3.5 million additional housing units by 2030. Fortuitously most people have heard the federal government announcement that immigration quotas will be reduced in 2024 from […]

The New Generational Rodeo!

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  If all things remain equal (Ceteris Paribus), interest rates are expected to decline through 2024/25. The extent of this decline is the trillion-dollar question. Meanwhile, 60% of property owners will be refinancing their mortgages. The newly posted rates are anticipated to increase a family’s monthly mortgage payments by at least 40%. Additionally, 20% of […]

Feeling Verklempt about the recent mortgage rates ?

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Feeling Verklempt about the recent mortgage rates ? Apparently the Lone Ranger and Tonto are apparently riding to your rescue. The Government intends to introduce a New Canadian Mortgage Charter. Salient points: 1: Extended Mortgage Amortization Periods. 2: Allowing borrowers to switch lenders under the insured qualifying minimum rate. 3: Eliminate superfluous banking charges. (minimal penalties) […]

Why mortgage brokers suggest that applicants use an appraiser.

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Are you in the midst of buying or selling a property, assessing an estate, or exploring investment opportunities? If so, hiring a professional appraiser could be one of the smartest decisions you make. Appraisers bring a wealth of knowledge, expertise, and unbiased perspective to the table, ensuring you have a reliable and accurate assessment of […]