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Home for the Holidays

Written by: Buffini & Co As mortgage rates lower, the real estate market typically becomes more competitive. Working with a qualified professional real estate agent helps you get into the home of your dreams. Buying a home? A buyer’s agent will… Connect you with a lender. Take the time to listen and understand your priorities. […]

Owner Occupied: A Guide to Rental Suites

Written by: Zak Khan of REW From mortgage assistance to forgivable loans and more, a rental suite is a good idea. Imagine if you could make your mortgage pay for itself. With a rental suite, this isn’t as far-fetched as it sounds. The income generated from a secondary suite can be substantial enough to offset […]

Canadian Inflation Increased to 2.0% Y/Y in October – Up from 1.6% in September

Written by: Dr. Sherry Cooper & Associates October Inflation Rose to 2.0% as Gasoline Prices Declines Were More Muted   The Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose 2.0% year-over-year in October, up from a 1.6% increase in September. Gasoline prices fell to a lesser extent in October (-4.0%) compared with September (-10.7%). The all-items CPI, excluding gasoline, […]

The 5 D’s of Change

Written by: Buffini & Co Change happens throughout our lives, whether through our own choices or other factors such as unforeseen expenses, job changes, family circumstances, or health needs. Diamond Divorce Diploma Death Diapers Top Tips for Adapting to Change Change, even when it’s welcome, can be challenging. Be sure to give yourself grace and […]

Jumbo Rate Cut By The Bank Of Canada

Written by: Dr. Sherry Cooper & Associates After three consecutive 25 bp rate cuts, the BoC slashed the overnight rate by 50 bps this morning, bringing the policy rate down to 3.75%. The market had priced in 90% odds of a 50 bp move, where consensus coalesced. The combined slower-than-expected GDP growth and back-to-back weak inflation reports solidified […]

Canadian Inflation Fell to 1.6% Y/Y in September, the Smallest Yearly Increase Since 2021

Written by: Dr. Sherry Cooper & Associates The Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose 1.6% year over year in September, the slowest pace since February 2021 and down from a 2.0% gain in August 2024. The main contributor to headline deceleration was lower year-over-year gasoline prices in September (-10.7%) compared with August (-5.1%). The all-items CPI, excluding gasoline, […]

Relocating? I’ve got you!

Written by: Buffini & Co Want to Buy? A Buyer’s Agent: Only represents the buyer. Shows sellers you are serious about buying. Helps find homes to tour. Is an expert on the local area – taxes, schools, etc. Identifies problems and finds solutions. Recommends other trusted professionals.   Want to Sell? A Listing Agent: Researches […]

Great News on the Canadian Inflation Front in August

Written By: Dr. Sherry Cooper & Associates More Good News on the Canadian Inflation Front The Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose 2.0% year over year in August, the slowest pace since February 2021, and down from a 2.5% gain in July 2024. Core inflation measures averaged 2.35% y/y and excluding mortgage interest, headline inflation was a mere 1.2%–well below […]

Down Payments & Deposits…Which is Which?

Written by: Erin Best of REW When the time comes to make an offer on a property, two terms are often used interchangeably in the purchase process: deposit and down payment. While they both involve money changing hands, they serve different purposes. Understanding the differences between these terms is important. The Deposit A deposit is […]

Is Your Home the Right Fit?

Written by: Buffini & Co There comes a time for many of us to either downsize or upsize. And it’s always good to know your options. 37% of Canadians would like to downsize. 25% of Canadians would like to upsize. Home too big? Has your home and yard become a lot to maintain. Do you […]