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Bank of Canada probably finished with rate hikes, says CIBC’s Tal

Dec 7, 2023

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Dovish statement is ‘basically suggesting that the Bank is done’ A “relatively dovish” statement by the Bank of Canada yesterday (December 6) suggested that the central bank’s rate-hiking path is at an end, according to CIBC deputy chief economist Benjamin Tal. The Bank left its policy rate unchanged for a third consecutive decision, with few…

Financing a Foreclosure

Nov 9, 2023

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Marla

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Many people look at purchasing a foreclosure because the price is right. If you are thinking of buying one, here are some things you should think about. Once a property is listed as a foreclosure on the MLS, it has gone to a court ordered sale. The dealings will be through the realtor the bank…

Experts predict lower mortgage rates next week as bond yields plunge

Nov 7, 2023

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Mortgage shoppers and those with upcoming renewals may see some rate relief next week thanks to a steep drop in bond yields. This week alone, the 5-year Government of Canada bond yield slid over 30 basis points to 3.79%. It’s now down more than 60 bps—or 0.60%—from its recent high of 4.42% reached in early…

Bank of Canada maintains overnight rate target at 1/2 per cent

Jan 20, 2016

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Marla

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The Bank of Canada today announced that it is maintaining its target for the overnight rate at 1/2 per cent. The Bank Rate is correspondingly 3/4 per cent and the deposit rate is 1/4 per cent. Inflation in Canada is evolving broadly as expected. Total CPI inflation remains near the bottom of the Bank’s target…

Bank of Canada Rate Update!!!

Oct 22, 2015

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Bank of Canada maintains overnight rate. Yet again, the Bank of Canada has opted to keep the target for the overnight rate steady at ½ percent-meaning variable rate mortgages won’t be moving any time soon. The Bank attributed it’s move (or lack thereof) to weaker-than-expected global economic growth and uncertainty surrounding China’s transition to a…

Bank of Canada Rate Update

Sep 9, 2015

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Good news for variable clients and those with lines of credit. Bank of Canada maintains overnight rate! Despite global economic uncertainty fuelled by the situation in China, the Bank of Canada is opting to maintain it’s target for the overnight rate at 0.5% this month-although some economists believe another rate cut may still be in…

Choosing The Right Mortgage Broker Can Save You $1,000’s!

Oct 3, 2014

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Marla

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Finding the best rate is a FREE service to our clients! More lenders are competing for your business. That’s why more than two out of five Canadian mortgages are now handled by a Mortgage Brokers. Just as an Insurance Broker finds you the best deal on insurance, a Mortgage Broker finds you the best deal…

FINANCING A FORECLOSURE

Sep 25, 2014

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Marla

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Many people look at purchasing a foreclosure because the price is right. If you are thinking of buying one, here are some things you should think about. Once a property is listed as a foreclosure on the MLS, it has gone to a court ordered sale. The dealings will be through the realtor the bank…

Policy Updates: Mortgage Insurance Premiums

Jun 11, 2014

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Marla

in Mortgage Broker, Mortgage Insurance

In April 2014 the Office of the Superintendent of Financial institutions (OFSI) released a set of Mortgage Insurance Underwriting Guidelines. In order to comply with OFSI’s new B-21 Insurance Guidelines, our partners at Genworth and CMHC recently announced new pricing for mortgage insurance premiums. Download Policy Updates on Mortgage Insurance Premiums here.

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