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Cindy MacFarland || September 07, 2023

Good news for variable-rate borrowers as Bank of Canada leaves rates on hold

Variable-rate mortgage borrowers who have seen their rates skyrocket over the past year and a half received a reprieve today as the Bank of Canada announced a rate hold. That leaves the bank's...

Cindy MacFarland || August 25, 2023

Headline inflation rises more than expected to 3.3% in July

Canada’s headline annual inflation rate rose more than expected in July, rising by 3.3%, faster than the 2.8% pace recorded in June.The reading came in above forecasts, with a consensus of economists...

Cindy MacFarland || July 24, 2023

Canadians are boosting savings amid economic concerns

Canadians aren’t taking any chances when it comes to their financial future as they prepare for the possibility of a forthcoming recession. According to data from TransUnion Canada, over a third...

Cindy MacFarland || July 19, 2023

Government Programs or Incentives for First-Time Homebuyers in NB & Canada

There are government programs and incentives available for first-time homebuyers in Canada and the province of New Brunswick. Here are some notable programs: Canada-wide programs: The First-Time...