by harmerwealth | Mar 14, 2026 | Debt, Economy, Financial Planning, Interest Rates, Investing, Mortgages, Real Estate, Tax Planning
By Chad Harmer This 2026 market update is not just about stocks. It is about how market volatility, mortgage rates, financial planning decisions and real estate timing all land on the same household balance sheet. For families and business owners here in Ontario,...
by harmerwealth | Apr 15, 2025 | Debt, Economy, Financial Planning, Interest Rates
Canada just got some good news on the cost of living front: our inflation rate for March fell to 2.3%. This was a surprise to many experts, and it’s the lowest it’s been in quite a while. But what does that really mean for you and your family? In this post, we’ll...
by harmerwealth | Oct 23, 2024 | Debt, Economy, Interest Rates, Mortgages, Real Estate
Boost in Mortgage Affordability: Lower interest rates reduce mortgage costs, potentially increasing what you can afford. While this opens the door to homeownership for many, it may also drive up real estate prices as demand rises. Now could be the time to assess your...
by harmerwealth | Jun 5, 2024 | Debt, Financial Planning, Interest Rates, Mortgages
Finally, some long-awaited good news from the mortgage market: the Bank of Canada has made its first rate cut of 0.25% to PRIME. This change is set to have a significant impact on homeowners across the country. If you’re a Variable mortgage or loan holder,...
by harmerwealth | Aug 18, 2023 | Debt, Interest Rates, Mortgages
Mortgages, whether you’re a first-time homeowner or seasoned property veteran, can sometimes be a cause for concern, especially in a high-interest rate environment. We know that many of you are anxious about the looming prospect of renewing or refinancing your...
by harmerwealth | Jul 18, 2023 | Debt, Interest Rates, Mortgages, Uncategorized
In a refreshing turn of events for Canadians, the inflation rate has dipped to 2.8% in June, according to the latest consumer price index report from Statistics Canada. This is the first time in over two years that the rate has fallen within the Bank of Canada’s...
