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  • January 25, 2023

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  • December 16, 2022

    It is a common understanding that taking a 5-year variable rate mortgage nearly always costs less when compared to a 5-year fixed rate mortgage.  Usually, the variable rate at the start of a mortgage term is LOWER than the fixed rate at the same time. That helps make the choice easier. 

  • December 7, 2022

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  • December 1, 2022

    PRESS RELEASE Josh Tagg Recognized Among Global Top 100 Mortgage Brokers by MPA Magazine Calgary, Alberta, December 1, 2022 – Renowned Canadian mortgage broker, Josh Tagg, has recently been honored with a coveted spot on the 2022 Mortgage Global 100 list presented by Mortgage Professional America (MPA) Magazine. This prestigious list highlights the foremost influencers,…
  • Mortgage discussion on Bank of Canada policies.

    November 10, 2022

    With inflation slowing and interest rates nearing their peak, now could be the right time to buy or strategize your mortgage. Explore how the Bank of Canada’s latest rate hike impacts the housing market and what it means for buyers, homeowners, and those with variable-rate mortgages.

  • September 7, 2022

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  • Bank of Canada Raises Rates to Counter Inflation

    July 13, 2022

    Bank of Canada raises lending rate by 1%. Biggest move yet to curb rising inflation. Learn what this means for the housing market.

  • June 29, 2022

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  • June 1, 2022

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  • January 25, 2023

    Mortgage Minute 22: The Bank of Canada’s Final Rate Increase

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  • December 7, 2022

    Mortgage Minute 20: Bank of Canada Raises Rates for the Last Time in 2022

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  • September 7, 2022

    Mortgage Minute 18: The Fight Against Inflation Continues

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  • June 29, 2022

    Mortgage Minute 16: Rising Rates. And Rising Inventory!

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  • June 1, 2022

    Mortgages Minute 15: Rates move 0.5% higher! What does this mean for you?

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