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Canada-U.S. Relations · Mortgage RatesThe US Ambassador and your Canadian mortgage
What an Expelled US Ambassador from Canada could mean for your mortgage.
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Mortgage Rates · Politics & EconomyWhy mortgage rates may rise in a strong economy
If Canada Is Adding Jobs, Why Aren’t Mortgage Rates Falling?
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Canada-U.S. Relations · Mortgage RatesTariffs in Canada and Mortgage Rates
How U.S. tariffs could affect Canadian mortgage rates through inflation, economic growth, bond yields and Bank of Canada policy.
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Mortgage Rates · Politics & EconomyIran Conflict and Mortgage Rates
How conflict involving Iran can affect oil prices, inflation, bond yields and Canadian mortgage rates—and what borrowers should watch.
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Mortgage Qualifying · Mortgage RefinancingRefinancing a rural property Ontario
Refinancing a rural property in Ontario can involve extra lender review for acreage, wells, septic systems, road access, property use and appraisal.
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Home Buying StrategiesOntario Is Cutting Your Electricity Rebate. Could Your Home Become More Expensive to Own?
Ontario’s electricity rebate drops from 23.5% to 15.7% on November 1, 2026. What it means for homeowners, landlords and mortgage qualification.
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House Price & Sales TrendsCanada’s home sales forecast has declined again. Why aren’t home prices also falling?
CREA cut its 2026 home-sales forecast yet again. Find out why rising mortgage rates can outweigh lower home prices for Ontario buyers.
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Canada-U.S. Relations · Politics & EconomyTrump’s ‘51st State’ Talk: Canada vs. U.S. Mortgages
The 51st-state remarks raised an unexpected question: how do mortgages in Canada and the United States compare? Five important differences.
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House Price & Sales TrendsOntario Home Prices Drop 7% in Some Cities—What About Mortgages?
Home prices fell 7% in several Ontario markets. See how the new report affects down payments, lender qualification, job security and existing…
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Canada-U.S. Relations · Politics & EconomyForeign-Buyer Ban: Could Home Prices Rise in 2027?
Canada’s foreign-homebuyer ban is set to expire in 2027. Could that affect Canadian house prices, down payments and mortgage qualification? Here's what…
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Politics & EconomyIMF Warns Bond Yields Could Surge. Could Canadian Fixed Mortgage Rates Follow?
The IMF is warning about rising government bond yields. Discover how bond-market risks could affect Canadian fixed mortgage rates, renewals and refinancing.
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Miscellaneous · Mortgage QualifyingRenovate, Sell or Downsize? The Mortgage Decisions That Matter
Renovate, move or downsize in Ontario? Compare mortgage penalties, home equity, financing options and transaction costs before deciding.
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