Refinancing your mortgage can be a smart financial move, especially if you can take advantage of lower interest rates. However, before you apply for a refinance loan, it’s essential to consider some critical factors to ensure you make an informed decision. Here are the important things you should consider:   Your Credit Score – […]

  Are you thinking about buying a second home? Whether it’s a vacation home or an investment property, securing a second home loan can be a great way to achieve your real estate goals. However, it’s essential to consider some important factors before applying for a second home loan to make sure you make the […]

The Bank of Canada raised its benchmark rate by a further 50 basis points on Wednesday, bringing it to 4.25% in a move that signalled the first time it has hit the 4% mark since 2008. However, The Bank of Canada’s “very encouraging” language in its latest policy rate announcement indicates that it could be […]

Ottawa, ON, November 15, 2022 – Statistics released today by the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) show national home sales edged a little higher in October 2022. Highlights National home sales were up 1.3% on a month-over-month basis in October. Actual (not seasonally adjusted) monthly activity came in 36% below October 2021. The number of newly […]

The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) reports that residential home sales in the region totalled 1,903 in October 2022, a 45.5 per cent decrease from the 3,494 sales recorded in October 2021, and a 12.8 per cent increase from the 1,687 homes sold in September 2022. Last month’s sales were 33.3 per cent […]