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Will prices go up or down? How about rates? Here are some predictions... but nobody can say for certain what the future holds. Stay focused on your goals and get in touch for expert mortgage advice tailored to your situation.

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The Bank of Canada has announced it is maintaining the benchmark rate, noting that Canada’s economic recovery will continue to require extraordinary monetary policy support. The Bank says it will hold the policy interest rate at the effective lower bound until economic slack is absorbed so that the two per cent inflation target is achieved, which the Bank doesn’t expect to happen until sometime in 2023. The next rate-setting day is January 20th, 2021. The beginning of the new year will be a great time to get in touch for a review of your mortgage strategy. It's important to get advice and a personal assessment of your situation if you want to switch your mortgage for a lower rate, need a new mortgage, are renewing or looking to refinance for debt consolidation, renovations or other large expenditures.

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Are you preparing for homeownership? If so, be sure to get yourself mortgage ready well in advance to avoid stress and to be sure you can act when you find the perfect home. I'll give you important advice on your credit situation and downpayment strategies, and make a big difference in your homebuying journey. If you are ready to fall into homeownership, get in touch for the conversation you need to get where you want to go!

The CERB is ending October 3rd and will transition to a new form of Employment Insurance (EI). While still subject to Parliamentary approval, here are some key things to be aware of: 1. With CERB, everyone received $2,000 for each 4-week period. With the new EI, the amount received will depend on your earnings over your best 14 weeks of employment, with the minimum weekly payment at $400 (for 26 weeks) and the maximum at $573. So some people will receive more and some less t...han CERB. 2. EI is administered by Service Canada. If you were receiving CERB via Service Canada then you will be automatically transitioned over. If you were receiving CERB through Canada Revenue Agency, you need to apply through Service Canada. 3. It'll be easier than before to qualify for EI, after working as few as 120 insurable hours. 4. You can earn income from employment or self-employment while receiving benefits. 5. If you cannot resume work and are self-employed and therefore not eligible for EI, the Canada Recovery Benefit provides $400 a week for 26 weeks. Additional programs are available if you are sick and need to self-isolate, or if you need to care for a child, dependent or family member due to COVID.

Lower rates are good news for those who want to access their home equity through a refinance (minimm 20% home equity required) for a low-cost way to get needed funds. While everyone's situation is different, many homeowners are determining that it makes sense to refinance to restructure their debt to get financial breathing room with one lower monthly payment and interest savings. This move can also protect and improve your credit score. And since we're spending more time a...t home, many are looking at renovations to improve the quality of our their lives or for functionality like building a new home office. If a refinance can work for you, don't hesitate to get in touch for a personalized cost/benefit analysis so you can determine whether it makes good financial sense.

Early advice can save time, money, and stress! The process of qualifying for a mortgage should begin before you buy a home. Let's start with a conversation for advice on downpayment, determining what you can afford, understanding all of the costs involved in buying a home, budgeting, improving your credit, mortgage features beyond rate like prepayment options, refinancing penalties, restrictions and more. Get off on the right foot on your homebuying journey!

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With the major Banks lowering their posted 5-year fixed rates, the qualifying rate will drop to 4.79%, which makes it slightly easier to qualify for a mortgage! The qualifying rate is used in stress tests for both insured and uninsured mortgages, and a lower rate is good news for anyone who needs a new mortgage: homebuyers and those looking to refinance or renew their mortgage at a different lender for a better deal. Get in touch to see how much you qualify for!

A little bit of optimism... lower rates over a long period of time could be good news for many.

The Bank of Canada has just announced that it is maintaining the overnight lending rate. "In a statement announcing the decision, the bank says the rate will have to stay low to provide extraordinary monetary policy support to help recuperate from the economic impact of COVID-19."

Make your mortgage work for you. Get in touch any time for a free mortgage checkup! I’d be delighted to advise you on how to get the most from your mortgage. - Transfer consumer debt to a lower interest rate. - Pay off your mortgage early and save thousands. ... - Get out of a high-rate mortgage. - Access the lowest-cost funds for renovations. - Make sure you are getting the best possible deal at renewal.

If you've started working from home, keep a file for all your expenses and reimbursements from your employer so you can take advantage of any eligible claims when you file your 2020 income tax return

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Refinancing your mortgage could make a huge difference if you’re struggling to pay your bills. Depending on where you are in your current mortgage term and what new lower rate you could qualify for, it might be a smart financial move. I can help you run the numbers. And no matter what you decide to do, it always pays to get expert mortgage advice.