Today, October 25, 2023, the BoC Held its Target for the Overnight Rate at 5%
The Bank is continuing its policy of quantitative tightening. The global economy is slowing and growth is forecast to moderate further as...
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Keith&Jacqueline
Sep 6, 20231 min read
Have you heard the news?
As interest rates change, we're here to help you navigate the mortgage landscape and ensure you make the most of your homeownership...
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Keith&Jacqueline
Sep 6, 20231 min read
The BOC Held its Target for the Overnight Rate at 5%
Core inflation still remains elevated but is on a downward trend and the BoC remains focused on restoring price stability. Weaker growth...
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Keith&Jacqueline
Sep 6, 20231 min read
Raising a toast to the incredible women I have the privilege of working with!
Here's to our shared triumphs and the exciting journey ahead, assisting countless clients in securing their dream homes this year. And...
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Keith&Jacqueline
Aug 9, 20231 min read
Keith & Jackie's Mortgage Insights
Canadian jobs data was released on Friday and it was a bit of a mixed bag: The BAD news: average wages grew 5.0% y/y vs. June's...
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Keith&Jacqueline
Jul 12, 20232 min read
The Bank of Canada increased its target for the overnight rate by another 0.25% to 5%
Today, July 12, 2023, the Bank of Canada increased its target for the overnight rate by another 0.25% to 5% and continues with its policy...
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Keith&Jacqueline
Jul 9, 20232 min read
The Benefits of Working with a Mortgage Broker
When you choose to work with a mortgage broker, you unlock a range of advantages: Access to Diverse Lenders: We have an extensive network...
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Keith&Jacqueline
Jun 7, 20232 min read
June 2023 | Bank of Canada Raises Policy Rate 25 Basis Points and Continues Quantitative Tightening
The Bank of Canada today increased its target for the overnight rate by 0.25% to 4.75%. How does this increase affect mortgage holders...
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Keith&Jacqueline
Apr 12, 20232 min read
April 2023 | Bank of Canada Rate Announcement
The Bank of Canada (BoC) maintained its target for the overnight rate at 4½% at its meeting of April 12, 2023. This is the second...
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Keith&Jacqueline
Mar 8, 20232 min read
March 2023 | Bank of Canada Rate Announcement
Bank of Canada maintains policy rate, continues quantitative tightening March 8, 2023.
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Keith&Jacqueline
Feb 16, 20231 min read
Before the long weekend...
We want to say a massive THANK YOU to the most incredible clients in the Greater Vancouver Area! The year has had a good start and as we...
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Keith&Jacqueline
Feb 14, 20231 min read
Banking Regulator Consults Mortgage Rules & Proposes Additions
Qualifying for a mortgage could have stricter rules coming with proposals to limit the number of overstretched borrowers. The proposals...
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Keith&Jacqueline
Jan 27, 20231 min read
B.C.’s Cooling-Off Period | Home Buyer Rescission Period
B.C.’s Cooling-Off Period Home buyers are now able to back out of a residential purchase within a set period after signing a contract...
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Keith&Jacqueline
Jan 25, 20231 min read
Amortization Period
The amortization period is the length of time it would take to pay off a mortgage in full, based on regular payments at a certain...
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Keith&Jacqueline
Jan 25, 20231 min read
January 2023 - Bank of Canada Rate Announcement
Today, the BoC made their first interest rate decision of 2023 by raising its policy rate to 4.50%, an increase of 0.25%. This is the...
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Keith&Jacqueline
Jan 10, 20231 min read
Bigger B.C. Tax Credits May Land in Your Bank Account This Month
A family with 2021 net adjusted income of less than $43,051 (or single people who reported less than $36,901) will receive an additional...
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Keith&Jacqueline
Jan 2, 20231 min read
Canada Housing Market Outlook 2023
Last year’s interest rate hikes cooled down the residential sector coast to coast. It’s expected that cooling will continue, with the...
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Keith&Jacqueline
Dec 7, 20221 min read
December 2022 - Bank of Canada Rate Announcement
The BoC increased its target overnight rate by 0.50% to 4.25%, the highest it's been since 2008. Today’s rate hike marks the seventh...
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