Krista Wilkins

As we head into the second quarter of 2021, two real estate authorities have different outlooks on the year. The Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) predict...s another record year, while CMHC has concerns about an overheating market. We break down both perspectives in our Q1 Residential Market Quarterly Review. #realestate #CREA #CMHC #quarterinreview https://www.firstnational.ca//residential-mortgage-quarter

Bond traders and the central banks in Canada and the U.S. have different perspectives on the impact of rising inflation. All parties agree that inflation will r...ise as economies open. But they differ on necessary response. In this week’s Residential Market Commentary, we examine this important economic conversation. #inflation #interestrates #BankofCanada #FedReserve firstnational.ca//residential-market-commentary---eyeing-i

Brokers and Account Managers have different perspectives on what it means to be your best. So we decided to examine both points of view in the Be Your Best Prof...ile series. Jared Dreyer of the Dreyer Group Mortgage Brokers and Erica Ma of First National have been working together for five years. Find out why Jared values Erica’s communication and response and how Erica’s commitment to being the expert has helped Jared’s team be its best for clients. #BeYourBest #brokers #accountmanagers #experiences https://www.firstnational.ca//be-your-best-profile-jared-d

Mortgage Professionals Canada (MPC) released findings from its annual State of the Mortgage Market survey. In this week’s Residential Market Commentary, we exam...ine six key data points that prove Canadians are still firmly committed to home ownership. #housingmarket #MortgageProsCanada #realestate https://www.firstnational.ca//residential-market-commentar

They are the heroes behind every solution, the strength that never wavers and the heartbeat of the organization. Happy National Underwriter Appreciation Day to all of the bright and dedicated underwriters across the country!

Exciting news! First National has been recognized by Great Place to Work, the global authority on workplace culture, as one of the best workplaces for women. It... is a proud achievement and validates our ongoing commitment to diversity and celebrating the inspiration, influence and impact of the women that shape our business every day. #diversity #FORALLWorkplace #GPTWCertified See more

We recently marked one year of the pandemic, and economic optimism abounds. In this week’s Residential Market Commentary, we examine the economic drivers of tha...t optimism including employment numbers, the housing market, consumer credit and delinquency rates. #COVID19 #housingmarket #employment #consumer https://www.firstnational.ca//residential-market-commentar

How do you build a legacy career at First National? In celebration of International Women’s Day, we’re profiling the careers of three incredible women. Between ...them, they have more than 55 years of dedication and commitment to First National. Read why each one is proud to be such an important part of the First National team. See more

We are excited to introduce Domenic Ciaravella, First National’s new Account Manager for Southwestern Ontario! Domenic brings 20 years of diverse experience in the industry to his new role, as well as a passion for building deep relationships and delivering solutions. Welcome, Domenic!

What does it mean to have a rewarding career at First National? In celebration of International Women’s Day, we asked eight amazing women that very question. In... this video, they share their experiences and how they seized opportunities to go far at First National: https://youtu.be/nfr2cdStBLg See more

It is with great pleasure to announce that Livia Pellegrino has been promoted to Regional Sales Manager, Excalibur! Livia will be responsible in providing leadership for the Excalibur sales team and support for the broker community in Ontario. Congratulations, Livia!

On March 8, as part of International Women’s Day, the world will be celebrating the accomplishments of women, recommitting to end bias and taking action for equ...ality. We are joining those celebrations by showcasing the incredible women of First National. #IWD2021 #ChooseToChallenge #diversity See more

As Canada’s housing market continues to smash records, Bank of Canada Governor Tiff Macklem is warning against speculation. In this week’s Residential Market Co...mmentary, we examine Macklem’s warning signs, why rates will remain low and what he’s watching closely. #housingmarket #housingbubble #BankofCanada #interestrates https://www.firstnational.ca//residential-market-commentar

Is working from home and the real estate trends associated with it here to stay? Some say yes. Others like renowned economist Benjamin Tal say no. In this week’...s Residential Market Commentary, we examine why Tal thinks suburbanization driven by remote work isn’t sustainable. #workfromhome #suburbanization #realestate #COVID19 https://www.firstnational.ca//residential-market-commentar

In this week’s Market Commentary, Neil Silverberg looks at the GDP numbers, jobless claims and a rate decision from FOMC that were recently released. Read the commentary here: https://www.firstnational.ca//did-you-miss-the-latest-econ

We’d like to extend our sincere gratitude to Mortgage Alliance for naming First National the winner of the MAC Favourite Lender Award, and for inviting Elena Ro...binson to join the first MACtalks Partner Spotlight yesterday! Elena shared exciting news about First National’s new product, her advice on deal submission and how First National delivers on our commitment to be our best by being there. To learn more about First National’s promise to the broker community, visit our website: www.firstnational.ca/mortgagebroker See more

Each one of our regional branches has a unique culture in terms of how underwriters and team managers help brokers be their best. Our Toronto branch serves brok...ers in Ontario and Atlantic Canada. We spoke to five members of that branch team about what it means to be your best, the key characteristics of a good underwriter, their solution mindset and their key motivators. #BeYourBest #underwriters #brokers https://www.firstnational.ca//be-your-best-in-the-branch-o

Canadians still want to own homes. One of the Big Banks released results from its most recent home buying sentiment poll. In this week’s Residential Market Comm...entary, we examine the numbers, what concerns Canadians and key market drivers. #housingmarket #homeownership #realestate https://www.firstnational.ca//residential-market-commentar