May 5, 2025
What U.S. Economic Data Means for Canadian Mortgage Rates
Explore how U.S. economic shifts influence Canadian mortgage rates. Discover why bond yields and tariffs matter to your home financing
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May 5, 2025
Explore how U.S. economic shifts influence Canadian mortgage rates. Discover why bond yields and tariffs matter to your home financing decisions.May 5, 2025
Calgary's benchmark price fell 1.3% year-over-year in April 2025 — its first annual decline since 2023 — as inventory more than doubled. Full stats and analysis.April 17, 2025
Discover the impact of Bank of Canada's dovish hold on mortgage rates amidst uncertain trade policies. Learn about potential future scenarios and rate cuts.April 14, 2025
Discover why the Bank of Canada's rate decision impacts Calgary & Edmonton mortgages. Learn why a rate cut is vital for economic stability this April.April 14, 2025
Explore rising penalties for breaking fixed mortgages and find out if refinancing at lower rates can still save you money amidst the changes.April 10, 2025
Canadians await April 16 BoC rate decision. Mortgage rates may hold steady, with cuts expected later. Inflation & trade factors weigh in.April 9, 2025
Discover how rent-to-own can bridge renting and owning in Canada, its risks, and expert tips for a safe path to homeownership. Consult pros before diving in.April 7, 2025
Explore the global reactions and impacts of Trump's new tariffs, including market trends, inflation expectations, and Canada's Mortgage Rates.April 4, 2025
Calgary inventory more than doubled year-over-year in March 2025 to 5,153 homes as price growth fell to 0.1%. Full stats on sales, supply and analysis.
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Calgary Housing Market Update (April 2025): Are Home Prices Falling Now?
Calgary's benchmark price fell 1.3% year-over-year in April 2025 — its first annual decline since 2023 — as inventory more
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Bank of Canada Holds Rates Steady—But Signals Cuts Could Be Coming
Discover the impact of Bank of Canada's dovish hold on mortgage rates amidst uncertain trade policies. Learn about potential future
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Why the Bank of Canada Should Cut Its Policy Rate This Week
Discover why the Bank of Canada's rate decision impacts Calgary & Edmonton mortgages. Learn why a rate cut is vital
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Breaking a Fixed Mortgage: Why the Penalties Might Be Higher Than You Think
Explore rising penalties for breaking fixed mortgages and find out if refinancing at lower rates can still save you money
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Will the Bank of Canada Cut Rates Next Week?
Canadians await April 16 BoC rate decision. Mortgage rates may hold steady, with cuts expected later. Inflation & trade factors
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Rent-to-Own: An Alternative Path to Homeownership in Canada
Discover how rent-to-own can bridge renting and owning in Canada, its risks, and expert tips for a safe path to
- Read moreApril 7, 2025
Trump’s Temper Tantrum Tariffs Impact Canadian Mortgage Rates
Explore the global reactions and impacts of Trump's new tariffs, including market trends, inflation expectations, and Canada's Mortgage Rates.
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Calgary Housing Market Update (March 2025): Has Inventory Doubled?
Calgary inventory more than doubled year-over-year in March 2025 to 5,153 homes as price growth fell to 0.1%. Full stats
