by Eric Rodrigues | Jun 14, 2019 | Economy, Finance, Homeownership
Every six weeks, the Bank of Canada (BoC) meets to decide which direction, if any, interest rates should take. The state of the economy, inflation, household debt and commodity prices are just some of the factors that play a role in this decision. In order to...
by Eric Rodrigues | Jun 7, 2019 | Blog, Finance, Homeownership
You’ve moved to Canada and settled into your new surroundings. Now you’re considering buying a home and establishing roots. But where do you start? Working with a mortgage agent is your first step, as we understand the ins and outs of New to Canada mortgage...
by Eric Rodrigues | Jun 3, 2019 | Announcements, Economy, Finance
The Bank of Canada today maintained its target for the overnight rate at 1 ¾ per cent. The Bank Rate is correspondingly 2 per cent and the deposit rate is 1 ½ per cent. Recent Canadian economic data are in line with the projections in the Bank’s April Monetary Policy...
by Eric Rodrigues | May 10, 2019 | Blog, Economy, Finance, Homeownership
You’ve moved to Canada and settled into your new surroundings. Now you’re considering buying a home and establishing roots. But where do you start? Working with a mortgage agent is your first step, as we understand the ins and outs of New to Canada mortgage...
by Eric Rodrigues | Apr 19, 2019 | Economy, Finance, Homeownership, Mortgage
When you’re in the market for a mortgage, it’s important to understand the value of working with an independent mortgage agent who can offer you a full spectrum of solutions catered to your unique needs. Homeownership has become increasingly difficult for many...
by Eric Rodrigues | Apr 12, 2019 | Economy, Finance, Homeownership, Mortgage
Great news for first-time buyers! In mid-March, the federal government delivered the 2019 budget, which included an increase to this popular incentive program. Housing availability and affordability have become increasingly difficult for many Canadians, which is why...