by Rakhi Madan | Jan 4, 2023 | Tips |
Few anticipated what happened to mortgage rates and the real estate market in 2022. We did expect rates to rise, but going from an overnight rate of 0.25% to 4.25% caught us off guard and at times took our breath away! Inflation soared and the Bank of Canada...
by Rakhi Madan | Dec 3, 2022 | First Time Home Buyer, Qualifying, Tips |
Given price declines since the peak of the housing market in February 2022, homebuyers are finding good opportunities in the Brampton, Toronto and GTA markets. However, our higher rate environment has resulted in a tougher stress test, which makes it difficult for...
by Rakhi Madan | Nov 3, 2022 | Renewal |
During the last decade, homeowners in Brampton, Toronto and the GTA seldom faced higher rates when they renewed their mortgage. But as rates have steadily climbed over 2022, those with upcoming mortgage renewals are facing a new world of higher rates and higher...
by Rakhi Madan | Oct 5, 2022 | First Time Home Buyer, Purchases, Qualifying, Refinance, Renewal |
Our rising rate environment has caused the government’s “minimum qualifying rate (MQR)” to no longer apply for those looking to purchase, renew or refinance in Brampton, Toronto and the GTA. What does that mean? Well, the MQR is part of the mortgage qualifying “stress...
by Rakhi Madan | Sep 8, 2022 | Purchases, Refinance, Renewal, Tips |
Whether you are buying your first home or next, renewing or refinancing in Brampton, Toronto or the GTA, you need the absolute best mortgage strategy that meets your needs now and, in the future. Achieving your best mortgage is more difficult than ever because we are...
