Once again, the Bank of Canada announced it would keep the key interest rate at a record-low 0.25 per cent to achieve its inflation target of two per cent. While the Bank said economic growth in Canada resumed in the third quarter of 2009 and there has been a slightly higher than expected rate of […]

New data collected by CAAMP indicates homeowners are borrowing less, not more, than they can afford to borrow Toronto, Ont. (January 14, 2010) – New research using data collected by the Canadian Association of Accredited Mortgage Professionals (CAAMP) from its corporate members strongly suggests that Canadian mortgage lenders and borrowers, including first time home buyers, […]

(Surrey, BC) – Results from Fraser Valley Real Estate Board’sMultiple Listing Service (MLS®) in December reflect the real estatestory of 2009: recovery. “In 12 months, we went from theworst January in 20 years to the third best December,” said PaulPenner, President of the Board. “Home buyers took Boxing Dayshopping to new levels with some Fraser […]

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Dominion Mortgage Fixed Rates Are Increasing This Evening More finance companies to follow: Call today for a 120 day rate hold. • 1 year fixed rate increases to 2.89% from 2.69%• 2 year fixed rate increases to 3.24% from 3.04%• 3 year fixed rate increases to 3.84% from 3.54%• 4 year fixed rate increases to […]

(Surrey, BC) – Results from Fraser Valley Real Estate Board’s Multiple Listing Service (MLS®) in December reflect the real estate story of 2009: recovery. “In 12 months, we went from the worst January in 20 years to the third best December,” said Paul Penner, President of the Board. “Home buyers took Boxing Day shopping to […]

The bond yields have been rising throughout the holiday season, spreads are at pre August 2007 levels and although Bank’s have not raised rates during the Holidays, MERIX FINANCIAL does anticipate that Bank’s will raise rates next week (perhaps by as much as 20 to 30 bps).  Call Cindy Walker 604-889-5004 for a rate hold […]

If you or someone you know is looking to purchase a 1st or 2nd home that has obtained “Landed Immigrant Status” within the past 10 years with good previous credit. We at Dominion Lending Centres – Leading Edge can offer mortgages with a 25% to 35% down payment with limited further qualification at best rates […]