by harmerwealth | Oct 23, 2024 | Debt, Economy, Interest Rates, Mortgages, Real Estate
Boost in Mortgage Affordability: Lower interest rates reduce mortgage costs, potentially increasing what you can afford. While this opens the door to homeownership for many, it may also drive up real estate prices as demand rises. Now could be the time to assess your...
by harmerwealth | Jul 18, 2024 | Financial Planning, First-Time Home Buyer, Interest Rates, Mortgages, Real Estate, Retirement
With a recent surprise drop in inflation in Canada to 2.7%, the financial landscape is poised for some significant changes. Experts anticipate that this drop in inflation will result in another minimum 0.25% decrease in the PRIME interest rate on the Policy Rate...
by harmerwealth | Jun 5, 2024 | Debt, Financial Planning, Interest Rates, Mortgages
Finally, some long-awaited good news from the mortgage market: the Bank of Canada has made its first rate cut of 0.25% to PRIME. This change is set to have a significant impact on homeowners across the country. If you’re a Variable mortgage or loan holder,...
by harmerwealth | Nov 22, 2023 | Mortgages
Understanding the Charter In a bold move to assist homeowners grappling with soaring interest rates, the Canadian government has introduced the New Canadian Mortgage Charter. This initiative marks a significant step towards offering substantial relief to those facing...
by harmerwealth | Aug 18, 2023 | Debt, Interest Rates, Mortgages
Mortgages, whether you’re a first-time homeowner or seasoned property veteran, can sometimes be a cause for concern, especially in a high-interest rate environment. We know that many of you are anxious about the looming prospect of renewing or refinancing your...
by harmerwealth | Jul 18, 2023 | Debt, Interest Rates, Mortgages, Uncategorized
In a refreshing turn of events for Canadians, the inflation rate has dipped to 2.8% in June, according to the latest consumer price index report from Statistics Canada. This is the first time in over two years that the rate has fallen within the Bank of Canada’s...
