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Cindy MacFarland || September 15, 2023

Real estate activity continued to ease in August

Sales of existing homes continued to moderate in August following the Bank of Canada’s latest interest rate hikes in June and July. Sales fell 4.1% from July and are now 10% below their pre-pandemic...

Cindy MacFarland || September 12, 2023

Understanding mortgage default insurance in Canada

If you are currently in the market for a mortgage, you should be familiar with the term “mortgage default insurance.” For those who aren’t or if you need a bit of a refresher, I’m going to outline...

Cindy MacFarland || September 11, 2023

Mortgage Pre-Approval vs. Pre-Qualification: Navigating the Canadian Homebuying Journey

When starting on the exciting journey of purchasing a home in Canada, it's crucial to understand the key steps involved in securing a mortgage. Two essential stages that often cause confusion among...

Cindy MacFarland || September 08, 2023

Canadian economy added nearly 40,000 jobs in August

The Canadian economy added a more-than-expected 39,900 jobs in August, according to data released this morning from Statistics Canada. The employment gains consisted of an increase of 32.2k...