7/16/2026 | Posted in Mortgages and Real Estate by Kit Blott
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Economists, lenders and real estate experts weigh in on the Bank of Canada's July 15 rate decision ... More

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  6/16/2026 | Posted in Canadian Economy and Interest Rates by Kit Blott
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A ceasefire between the United States and Iran is sending oil prices lower — and that has direct implications for Canadian mortgage borrowers. ... More

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  10/17/2025 | Posted in Interest Rates by Kit Blott
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After a year of expected rate cuts, forecasters are starting to question how long Canada’s easing cycle will last—and whether rates might start rising again in 2026. ... More

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  7/31/2025 | Posted in Interest Rates by Kit Blott
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Variable rates are set to remain unchanged, while fixed-rate borrowing costs aren't likely to fall anytime soon ... More

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  7/23/2025 | Posted in Mortgages and Real Estate by Kit Blott
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Bank of Canada data shows fixed-rate borrowers face the steepest payment hikes this year and next, but not all mortgage holders are in the same boat ... More

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  6/4/2025 | Posted in Mortgage Interest Rates by Kit Blott
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A growing number of lenders have continued raising pricing in recent weeks, particularly for uninsured terms. ... More

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  5/2/2025 | Posted in Mortgage Interest Rates by Kit Blott
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Some of the lowest fixed mortgage rates have vanished in recent weeks, and lenders are quietly tightening up their variable-rate discounts too. ... More

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  2/14/2025 | Posted in Canadian Economy and Interest Rates by Kit Blott
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Mortgage providers nationwide have been gradually lowering their fixed mortgage rates, including five of the country’s Big 6 banks. ... More

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  2/3/2025 | Posted in Canadian Economy and Interest Rates by Kit Blott
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Canada’s 5-year bond yield has fallen to its lowest level since June 2022, following fresh concerns over economic uncertainty and global trade tensions. ... More

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