Blog, Mortgage Tips & Advice 04 May 2024 Canadian Mortgage Rate Forecast – May 2024 Canadians looking to buy a home or renew their mortgages have been facing a challenging year with rising interest rates. But with inflation showing signs of cooling, there's a light at the end of the… CMSpeople
Blog, Mortgage Tips & Advice 26 Apr 2024 Canada to Allow 30-Year Mortgages for First-Time Homebuyers For many young Canadians, the dream of homeownership has felt increasingly out of reach. Soaring housing prices coupled with rising interest rates over the last 2 year have created a significant affordability crisis. In a… CMSpeople
Blog, Mortgage Tips & Advice 12 Apr 2024 Bank of Canada News – Interest Rate Decision (04.11.24) Bank of Canada Holds Rate, Hints at Future Cuts: A Sign of Cooling Inflation? The Bank of Canada (BoC) held its key interest rate steady at 5% yesterday, as expected by most economists. This decision… CMSpeople
Blog, Mortgage Tips & Advice 05 Apr 2024 A Homeowner’s Guide to Second Mortgages in Canada Owning a home in Canada is a significant achievement, and over time, its value tends to rise. This value increase creates something valuable – home equity. A second mortgage allows you to leverage this built-up… CMSpeople
Blog, Mortgage Tips & Advice 30 Mar 2024 Understanding Mortgage Affordability in Canada Canadians have a deep love affair with homeownership. But with rising housing prices, navigating the world of mortgages can feel daunting, especially when rates and home prices are high. The big question: can you truly… CMSpeople
Blog, Mortgage Tips & Advice 22 Mar 2024 Why a Brampton Mortgage Broker is Your Secret Weapon Buying a home in Brampton's thriving real estate market is exciting, but navigating the mortgage process can feel overwhelming. That's where a Brampton Mortgage Broker comes in – your local expert to guide you through… CMSpeople
Blog, Mortgage Tips & Advice 15 Mar 2024 Canadian Mortgage Renewals: A Guide for Homeowners In Canada, 2024 is a big year for mortgage renewals. 80% of all mortgages outstanding as of March 2022 are coming up for renewal in 2024. This amounts to approximately $250 billion in mortgages. 2025… CMSpeople
Blog, Mortgage Tips & Advice 10 Mar 2024 A Quick Recap on First Time Home Buyer Mortgages Important Note regarding The First-Time Home Buyer Incentive First launched in 2019, the Canadian government was offering a helping hand through the First-Time Home Buyer Incentive (offered through CMHC). This program provided an interest-free down… CMSpeople
Blog, Mortgage Tips & Advice 01 Mar 2024 Should You Use a Mortgage Broker? Bank vs. Broker While banks are a familiar option, mortgage brokers offer distinct advantages that can make a significant difference in your homeownership journey – whether you’re purchasing your first home, or refinancing an existing mortgage. Here's why… CMSpeople
Blog, Mortgage Tips & Advice 23 Feb 2024 B-ing There for You: A Guide to B-Lender Mortgages in Canada Buying a home in Canada is a dream for many, but navigating the mortgage maze can be daunting. And if you already own a home, perhaps a mortgage refinance is becoming a challenge with the… CMSpeople
Blog, Mortgage Tips & Advice 15 Feb 2024 What Documents do I Need to Get a Mortgage? Buying a home? Congrats! Or maybe you’re refinancing your mortgage to make your mortgage work for you. Now, before you get swept away in open-house dreams or renovation plans, let's talk paperwork. This guide will… CMSpeople
Blog, Mortgage Tips & Advice 09 Feb 2024 Can I Get a Mortgage with Bad Credit or No Income? Mortgage qualifications haven’t changed much in the last decade, apart from minor underwriting adjustments over time. While these subtle adjustments have led to an adaptation of mortgage underwriting, both credit and income remain of greatest… CMSpeople