by harmerwealth | Jul 18, 2024 | Financial Planning, First-Time Home Buyer, Interest Rates, Mortgages, Real Estate, Retirement
With a recent surprise drop in inflation in Canada to 2.7%, the financial landscape is poised for some significant changes. Experts anticipate that this drop in inflation will result in another minimum 0.25% decrease in the PRIME interest rate on the Policy Rate...
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 | Jan 11, 2024 | Interest Rates, Retirement, Tax Planning
In recent years, global financial markets have experienced significant turbulence, primarily attributed to a dramatic increase in interest rates by world banks. This surge, particularly notable in 2022, has had a profound impact across various sectors, including...
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...
by harmerwealth | Jun 4, 2023 | Debt, Interest Rates, Mortgages, Real Estate
Canada’s inflation rate came in at disappointing 4.41% for April, compared to 4.3% for the month of March. This minimal change has led to a resurgence of fear that the Bank of Canada will continue its increase to policy rates. Any increase to policy rates results...