December 4, 2023
Today's post explains why the last week's GDP and employment data bolstered the view that rates have peaked, and outlines why variable mortgage rates are worth a fresh look.
Posts from the ‘davethemortgagebroker’ Tag
November 20, 2023
US inflation slowed by more than expected in October and that was good news for Canadian fixed mortgage rates.
July 24, 2023
In today's post I explain why Canadians should expect inflation to move higher during the second half of 2023.
July 17, 2023
Here are my responses to the five key questions that Canadian mortgage borrowers are asking in the wake of the BoC’s latest move.
July 10, 2023
If you’re in the market for a mortgage today, I am writing this post to help you navigate through today’s difficult environment.
July 4, 2023
Today's post breaks down several new data releases from last week that were noteworthy for anyone keeping an eye on Canadian mortgage rates.
June 26, 2023
Today's post provides a comparison of the best current fixed vs. variable options, and offers some general advice for anyone now facing that choice.
June 19, 2023
Today's post offers five key observations relating to today’s mortgage rates and the factors that are impacting them.
June 12, 2023
In today’s post I offer my take on the Bank of Canada’s surprise rate hike last week.
June 5, 2023
A lot of market watchers suddenly seem to think the BoC is going to hike its policy rate this Wednesday. Today's post offers my take.
May 23, 2023
I thought the bond market's rate cut bets were too aggressive, and today's post explains why I believe that new rate-hike warnings are a similar over-reaction.
May 15, 2023
In today's post I analyze the latest US inflation data and explain why I think the bets on future Fed and BoC rate cuts are still too optimistic.