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The BoC held its target for the overnight rate at 5% and is continuing its policy of quantitative tightening.
Today, March 6, 2024, the BoC held its target for the overnight rate at 5% and is continuing its policy of quantitative tightening. The...
Keith&Jacqueline
Mar 6, 20241 min read


Jackie's Mortgage Insights | February 2024
Are you hoping to buy a home or have a mortgage renewal between now and June? Now's the time to act – fixed rates are possibly on the...
Keith&Jacqueline
Feb 14, 20242 min read


Happy Valentine's Day!
Love knows no bounds, and neither does our gratitude. Happy Valentine's Day from our family to yours! Today, we celebrate the bonds that...
Keith&Jacqueline
Feb 14, 20241 min read


Canada job gains double forecasts but wage growth cools
In a surprising turn of events, Canada's job market kicked off the year with a significant surge in employment, doubling forecasts....
Keith&Jacqueline
Feb 9, 20242 min read


Empty Homes Speculation & Vacancy Tax, and Underused Homes Tax Explained
Vancouver Empty Homes Tax Affected Areas: The City of Vancouver Declaration Deadline: February 2nd 2024 The Empty Homes Tax is a...
Keith&Jacqueline
Feb 1, 20241 min read


BoC held their overnight rate at 5% today for the 4th consecutive time.
It’s no surprise that the BoC held their overnight rate at 5% today for the 4th consecutive time. They did, however, suggest that...
Keith&Jacqueline
Jan 25, 20241 min read


Is Now A Good Time To Buy?
Hey, if you’re one of those dumb dumbs who’s always trying to time the real estate market, then I can tell you right now, we’re not gonna...
Keith&Jacqueline
Jan 25, 20241 min read


Canada's job market remained steady in December 2023
Canada's job market remained steady in December, holding the unemployment rate at 5.8%. However, the employment rate dropped to 61.6%,...
Keith&Jacqueline
Jan 5, 20241 min read


2024 Bank of Canada Rate Announcement Schedule
Wondering what's in store for your mortgage journey? Hold onto your mortgage dreams! Save the dates for the game-changing 2024 Bank of...
Keith&Jacqueline
Jan 2, 20241 min read


The BoC held its target for the overnight rate at 5% & has now maintained this rate of 5% since July
The Bank is continuing with its policy of quantitative tightening. How does this announcement affect variable rate mortgage...
Keith&Jacqueline
Dec 6, 20232 min read


Canada’s unemployment rate rises again
Signs of slowing economy continue By Fergal McAlinden from MPA Magazine. Canada’s unemployment rate rose to 5.8% in October in a further...
Keith&Jacqueline
Dec 1, 20232 min read


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...
Keith&Jacqueline
Oct 25, 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...
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...
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...
Keith&Jacqueline
Sep 6, 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...
Keith&Jacqueline
Aug 9, 20231 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...
Keith&Jacqueline
Jul 12, 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...
Keith&Jacqueline
Jul 9, 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...
Keith&Jacqueline
Jun 7, 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...
Keith&Jacqueline
Apr 12, 20232 min read
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