A Look at the Government’s Housing Commitments

A Look at the Government’s Housing Commitments

Not much changed following last month’s federal election. However, the governing Liberals now have an opportunity to deliver a fresh slate of housing policies designed to create stability and assist first-time homebuyers in the marketplace. If implemented, some of...
A Look at the Government’s Housing Commitments

Tips to Review Your Financial Health

Whether you’re a prospective homebuyer or an existing homeowner already paying down a mortgage, ensuring your finances are in good order is crucial for your overall financial health. With tax/RRSP season just around the corner, now is a great time to review your...
A Look at the Government’s Housing Commitments

Forecasting Canada’s Housing Market in 2021

Earlier this year, the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation made a now-infamous prediction that home prices would fall by up to 18% over the course of 2020 and into 2021. Instead, prices have since risen by approximately 22% to $603,000, as of November. That...
A Look at the Government’s Housing Commitments

Should I Refinance My Mortgage?

I think we can safely say that 2020 has been a strange year. A year of lockdowns due to a pandemic, financial support from the government, and the lowest interest rates in recent history.  This has led to a rise in the number of homeowners who are considering...
A Look at the Government’s Housing Commitments

Mortgage Deferrals Coming to an End

When the pandemic hit Canada in March, and we were asked to stay at home, and that all but essential services remain open, many were concerned about how they were going to pay the bills, including their mortgages. To their credit, lenders and mortgage insurers stepped...

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