Bank of Canada Hits Pause on Rate Cuts — What It Means for You
The Bank of Canada announced today that it’s holding its key interest rate at 2.75%, meaning there’s no change to variable mortgage rates for now. This decision comes at a time when inflation is still a concern, even though the overall cost of living (CPI) dropped slightly to 1.7%. The core inflation rate (which strips […]
Canada’s Job Market Slows: What It Means for Your Mortgage
Canada’s latest job report is raising concerns. In April, only 7,400 jobs were added nationwide, while the unemployment rate rose to 6.9%, the highest since November 2023. A big part of this slowdown comes from U.S. tariffs on key exports like steel and cars, which led to 31,000 job losses in manufacturing alone. Other industries […]
Bank of Canada Holds Interest Rate at 2.75% Amid U.S. Tariff Uncertainty
The Bank of Canada (BoC) has decided to keep its key interest rate at 2.75%, ending a streak of seven straight cuts since last summer. Why? A lot of economic uncertainty — especially around new U.S. tariffs — is making it hard for the BoC to predict what comes next. Instead of their usual detailed […]
Job Losses and Rate Drops? Here’s What It Means for You
Canada’s job market just hit a bump—and it might actually mean good news for mortgage shoppers. Let’s break it down: 📉 Canada lost 33,000 jobs in MarchThat’s the largest monthly drop in employment since January 2022, pushing the unemployment rate up to 6.7%. 👥 That’s nearly 1.5 million Canadians out of work—an increase of 36,000 […]
Canada’s Inflation Rises to 2.6% in February – What It Means for Homeowners
Canada’s annual inflation rate rose to 2.6% in February, surpassing expectations and marking the first time in seven months that inflation has exceeded the Bank of Canada’s 2% target midpoint. This increase was largely driven by the end of a temporary sales tax break and broad-based price hikes across various sectors. How Inflation Affects Mortgage […]
Bank of Canada Cuts Interest Rate to 2.75%: What It Means for You
The Bank of Canada (BoC) has officially lowered its key interest rate by 0.25%, bringing it down to 2.75%. This marks the seventh consecutive rate cut since last summer. But why is this happening, and what does it mean for businesses, homeowners, and the broader Canadian economy? Let’s break it down in simple terms. Why […]
Bank of Canada Poised to Cut Rates to 2.75%—What It Means for You
A rate cut next week looks all but certain. Could more be on the way? Canada’s economic landscape is shifting, and mortgage holders could soon benefit. With the Bank of Canada expected to lower its key interest rate to 2.75% next week, borrowers might see some much-needed relief after months of high rates. Why Is […]
Canada’s Economy Shows Strength, But Will It Last? What It Means for Mortgage Rates
Canada’s economy outperformed expectations in late 2024, with GDP growing at an annualized 2.6%—well above the 1.7% forecast. Household spending, fuelled by lower interest rates and a temporary sales tax holiday, played a major role in this growth. But despite these positive signs, potential U.S. tariffs could put a damper on economic momentum in 2025. […]
Trade Tensions & Your Mortgage: What You Need to Know
With tariffs and trade disputes making headlines, many are wondering how this could impact mortgages, home prices, and affordability. Here’s what’s happening and what it means for you. The Impact of Tariffs on Housing Recent U.S. tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum could drive up construction costs, leading to: Higher home prices due to rising […]
Canada’s Inflation Rate Rises to 1.9%—What It Means for Homeowners
Rising energy costs pushed Canada’s inflation rate up to 1.9% in January, despite a temporary national GST break, according to Statistics Canada. The increase was largely driven by higher energy prices, which were 5.3% higher than last January. Gas prices jumped 8.6% year-over-year, with Manitoba seeing the largest increase due to the return of the […]
