Mortgages by Carolann Young

Carolann Young || September 12, 2023

Unravelling the benefits of choosing a mortgage broker

One of the first big decisions prospective homebuyers face is how they plan to obtain their mortgage. Should they work with their bank, go direct-to-lender or choose a mortgage broker?As mortgage...

Carolann Young || September 08, 2023

Canadian economy added nearly 40,000 jobs in August

The Canadian economy added a more-than-expected 39,900 jobs in August, according to data released this morning from Statistics Canada. The employment gains consisted of an increase of 32.2k...

Carolann Young || September 07, 2023

Good news for variable-rate borrowers as Bank of Canada leaves rates on hold

Variable-rate mortgage borrowers who have seen their rates skyrocket over the past year and a half received a reprieve today as the Bank of Canada announced a rate hold. That leaves the bank's...

Carolann Young || July 24, 2023

Canadians are boosting savings amid economic concerns

Canadians aren’t taking any chances when it comes to their financial future as they prepare for the possibility of a forthcoming recession. According to data from TransUnion Canada, over a third...