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If you watched the news this week, you probably saw Prime Minister Mark Carney standing onParliament Hill talking about tariffs, sovereignty, and why Canada walked away from tradenegotiations with the US. Some of you might be wondering what any of that has to do with yourmortgage. The answer: more than you might think.Let me break […]

August 24, 2026

Why Canada Said No to That Trade Deal (And What It Means for Your Mortgage)

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Well, here’s a not-so-fun update from the world of mortgages: RBC has made some changes to its posted rates, and if you’re thinking about breaking your RBC mortgage early—brace yourself. Thanks to the way RBC calculates penalties, some homeowners could be looking at massive prepayment costs, jumping by thousands of dollars overnight. Let’s break it […]

March 24, 2025

RBC Mortgage Penalties Are Skyrocketing—Here’s What You Need to Know

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Fixed Rates: Slowly Dropping, But No Big Moves Yet Even though bond yields (which impact fixed mortgage rates) have been trending downward, banks aren’t exactly racing to slash their rates. Fixed rates are dipping, but at a slower pace. 🔹 Best move? If you love stability, a fixed-rate mortgage is still a solid choice. Shorter-term […]

March 24, 2025

Bank of Canada Cuts Rates—What It Means for You

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