- January 25, 2023
- Posted by Bryan Guertin
Bank of Canada increases policy interest rate by 25 basis points, continues quantitative tightening
The Bank of Canada today increased its target for the overnight rate to 4½%, with the Bank Rate at 4¾% and the deposit rate at 4½%. The Bank is also continuing its policy of quantitative tightening.
- January 5, 2023
- Posted by Bryan Guertin
This year create financial resolutions that you can stick to
A new year brings a host of new year's resolutions. It's very common for people to make these resolutions around family, friends, eating better, or even the cliché going to the gym more. This year, en
- December 28, 2022
- Posted by Bryan Guertin
Should You Spend the Full Mortgage Amount You're Approved For?
Before you start shopping for a new home, you'll need to know exactly how much house you can afford. Otherwise, you could end up in a home that is way out of your budget. What you qualify for may not
- December 8, 2022
- Posted by Bryan Guertin
The Pros and Cons of Fixed vs. Variable Mortgages
When it comes to choosing a mortgage, borrowers in Canada have two main options: a fixed rate mortgage or a variable mortgage. But which type is best for you? Here, we'll take a look at the pros and c
- December 8, 2022
- Posted by Bryan Guertin
The Pros and Cons of Locking In your Mortgage Rate
The Pros and Cons of Locking In The holiday season is upon us, bringing an end to a tumultuous year. 2022 saw inflation reach levels not seen for 40 years, followed by substantial interest rate hik
- December 7, 2022
- Posted by Bryan Guertin
Bank of Canada increases policy interest rate by 50 basis points, continues quantitative tightening
The Bank of Canada today increased its target for the overnight rate to 4¼%, with the Bank Rate at 4½% and the deposit rate at 4¼%. The Bank is also continuing its policy of quantitative tightening.
- November 30, 2022
- Posted by Bryan Guertin
10 Things to Know About the Offer Process
10 Things to Know About the Offer Process Before making an offer on your dream house, here are the ten things you need to know about buying real estate to ensure your offer is solid. Buying real e
- November 21, 2022
- Posted by Bryan Guertin
A Six-Step, Back to Basics Financial Plan for Most Every Canadian
It's a tough time to know what the right financial move is at the moment. Interest rates are increasing, while stocks are in bearish territory. It's easy to forget that there are smart things that you
- November 9, 2022
- Posted by Bryan Guertin
10 Important Questions to Ask Your Contractor
10 Important Questions to Ask Your Contractor Are you thinking about hiring a contractor before selling real estate? Here are ten important questions you should ask the contractor before signing a co
- November 3, 2022
- Posted by Bryan Guertin
Thinking of buying? Don't be put off by high rates.
2022 has already been tough on Canadians' wallets, and recent economic data shows the pain is unlikely to end soon. Inflation continues to run hot, and on October 26 the Bank of Canada further r
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