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Brian Patey || June 06, 2025

BoC holds rates steady, but more cuts could be on the way

The Bank of Canada held its key interest rate steady at 2.75% this week, delivering its second consecutive pause as it weighs the impact of persistent inflation and new trade-related risks. The...

Brian Patey || May 29, 2025

GST rebate gives first-time buyers up to $50,000 off new homes

First-time buyers now have one more reason to consider a new build. The federal government has announced a new GST rebate that could save eligible buyers up to $50,000 on homes valued up to $1.5...

Brian Patey || May 26, 2025

Fixed vs. Variable Mortgages in Canada (2025)

Understanding Your Mortgage Options in 2025 With interest rates shifting again in 2025—following a series of Bank of Canada rate cuts earlier this year—Canadian borrowers are once again weighing the...

Brian Patey || April 01, 2025

How to prepare your home for the spring real estate market

The arrival of spring typically brings renewed activity in Canada’s housing market. Longer days and warmer temperatures tend to draw both buyers and sellers back into the real estate...