Mortgage Blog

Every post from the Mortgages for Less team: mortgage rates, the Bank of Canada, Alberta housing, lender news and real client stories.

November 2, 2023
VIDEO: Fall Home Maintenance Reminders
With winter starting, we talk about some of those regular maintenance things you should be doing with your home to
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October 31, 2023
Scary GDP Numbers for Halloween: Is Canada Heading into an Economic Nightmare?
Explore Canada's economic trends from a Calgary perspective. Understand GDP stagnation, job growth, and what stable interest rates mean for
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October 17, 2023
CIBC: Bank of Canada Nearly Done Rate Increases
Benjamin Tal of CIBC shares insights on the Bank of Canada's rate policies, the impact on the economy, and the
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October 12, 2023
Will Mortgage Rates Calm Down Again?
Bond Yields have nudged back down which will help relieve pressure that has pushed fixed mortgage rates higher. Here we
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October 4, 2023
Bond Rates Push Mortgage Rates Up Further
Canadian bond prices surge, pushing fixed-rate mortgages higher. Experts predict further increases, impacting both new borrowers and those facing renewals,
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October 4, 2023
Edmonton: Canada’s Most Affordable Housing Market
Edmonton stands as Canada's most affordable major housing market amidst rising costs, demand, and changing mortgage rates. A beacon of
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September 28, 2023
Battle of Alberta: Calgary vs Edmonton
Explore the battle of Alberta’s housing market, comparing lifestyles, opportunities, and real estate in Calgary and Edmonton to find your
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September 27, 2023
BMO: Bank of Canada will wait until Q3 2024 to drop rates
BMO has adjusted its forecast for the Bank of Canada rate drops until Q3 2024. See our take on this
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September 19, 2023
August Inflation Data and Mortgage Rates
Discover the impact of Canada's August 2023 4.0% inflation on mortgages. Rising rates and housing market shifts examined. Stay informed
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