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Bank of Canada June Rate Hold: Mortgage Strategy 2025

Bank of Canada June Rate Hold: Mortgage Strategy 2025

June 23, 2025 | Posted by: Lisa Helfrick

Why the June Rate Hold Matters On June 4 2025, the Bank of Canada (BoC) left its overnight rate unchanged at 2.75 % for the fourth meeting in a row (Source: Bank of Canada press release, June 4 202 ...

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It's 2025 - Why Use a local Saskatchewan Mortgage Broker?

It's 2025 - Why Use a local Saskatchewan Mortgage Broker?

June 20, 2025 | Posted by: Lisa Helfrick

2025 Snapshot: Saskatoon’s Housing Market & Interest-Rate Climate Saskatoon keeps grabbing headlines in 2025. According to the Saskatchewan REALTORS® Association, the median sale price ...

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Why the Bank of Canada’s Rate Pause Isn’t a Green Light for Cheap Mortgages

Why the Bank of Canada’s Rate Pause Isn’t a Green Light for Cheap Mortgages

June 8, 2025 | Posted by: Lisa Helfrick

If you've been waiting for interest rates to drop before locking in a mortgage, you're not alone. On June 5, 2025, the Bank of Canada (BoC) decided to hold its overnight lending rate at 4.75%, marking ...

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June 4-2025 - Bank of Canada holds policy rate at 2.75%

June 4-2025 - Bank of Canada holds policy rate at 2.75%

June 4, 2025 | Posted by: Lisa Helfrick

The Bank of Canada today maintained its target for the overnight rate at 2.75%, with the Bank Rate at 3% and the deposit rate at 2.70%. Since the April Monetary Policy Report, the US administration h ...

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Mortgage Renewals in 2025: Navigating Payment Increases Amid Rising Rates

Mortgage Renewals in 2025: Navigating Payment Increases Amid Rising Rates

May 17, 2025 | Posted by: Lisa Helfrick

If you're among the thousands of Canadian homeowners with a mortgage renewal coming up in 2025, you might already be concerned about what rising interest rates could mean for your monthly payments. Du ...

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Mortgage Renewals in Early 2025 – Where Might Rates End Up?

Mortgage Renewals in Early 2025 – Where Might Rates End Up?

May 4, 2025 | Posted by: Lisa Helfrick

A friendly guide for Canadian homeowners who are about to renegotiate one of the biggest contracts of their lives. Introduction - Why Everyone Is Talking About 2025 Renewals If your mortgage is co ...

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April 16 - 2025 - Bank of Canada holds policy rate at 2.75%

April 16 - 2025 - Bank of Canada holds policy rate at 2.75%

April 16, 2025 | Posted by: Lisa Helfrick

The Bank of Canada today maintained its target for the overnight rate at 2.75%, with the Bank Rate at 3% and the deposit rate at 2.70%. The major shift in direction of US trade policy a ...

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Tariffs and Their Effect on Interest Rates: What Canadian Homeowners Should Know

Tariffs and Their Effect on Interest Rates: What Canadian Homeowners Should Know

April 5, 2025 | Posted by: Lisa Helfrick

You might be surprised to learn how tariffs-taxes on imported goods-can affect your mortgage or home-buying plans. Tariffs can indirectly influence interest rates, which impacts mortgage payments and ...

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Spring Market Outlook: What Buyers and Homeowners Need to Know

Spring Market Outlook: What Buyers and Homeowners Need to Know

March 26, 2025 | Posted by: Lisa Helfrick

Spring is here, and with it comes one of the busiest times in the Canadian housing market. As the snow melts and For Sale signs start popping up, many buyers and sellers are wondering: what's the mark ...

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Pros & Cons of Paying Off Your Mortgage Before Retirement

Pros & Cons of Paying Off Your Mortgage Before Retirement

March 21, 2025 | Posted by: Lisa Helfrick

If retirement is approaching, you may be considering whether it's wise to pay off your mortgage early. As with many significant financial decisions, there isn't a one-size-fits-all answer. However, ...

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