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What Could Happen to Your Property Value When a New Development Arrives?

Written by: Zak Khan of REW A new development next door doesn’t spell disaster for your property value. You just found out a developer plans to build new condo towers near your property. One of the first thoughts on your mind might be: “what will happen to my property value?” You may wonder if it […]

Bank of Canada Cuts Overnight Rate by 25 BPS to 2.25%

Written by : Dr. Sherry Cooper & Associates Bank of Canada Lowers Policy Rate to 2.25% Today, the Bank of Canada lowered the overnight policy rate by 25 bps to 2.25% as was widely expected. This is the bottom of the Bank’s estimate of the neutral overnight rate, where monetary policy is neither expansionary nor […]

The Power of Gratitude

Written by: Buffini & Co. Grat-i-tude: The quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation for and to return kindness. The benefits of expressing gratitude: Enhanced empathy Stronger relationships More optimism Improved overall well-being More mindful Better sleep Less stress The Evolution of Gratitude Research shows that primates – and many other species – often […]

The Bank of Canada Lowers the Policy Rate by 25 Basis Points to 2.5%

Written by: Dr. Sherry Cooper & Associates Bank of Canada Lowers Policy Rate to 2.5% Today, the Bank of Canada lowered the overnight policy rate by 25 bps to 2.5% as was widely expected. Following yesterday’s better-than-expected inflation report, the Bank believes that underlying inflation was 2.5% year-over-year. Through the recent period of tariff turmoil, […]

Calendar Hacks

Written by: Buffini & Co The end of summer can be bittersweet as we adapt to new routines. Following simple hacks can help us switch our mindset and take control of our schedule. We may be feeling: Unmotivated Inconsistent Out of our routines Think of fall as a fresh start: Recharge Reset Reconnect Start with […]

Leasehold vs Freehold: what you need to know

Written by: Zak Khan of REW This cheaper option for home ownership may be tempting, but it also comes with risks. If you’re looking to buy property in BC, you may stumble across leasehold properties, and often they’re incredible bargains. But what does “leasehold” mean, and what implications does it have for Homeseekers? And what’s […]

Bank of Canada Holds Rates Steady as Tariff Clouds Linger

Written by: Dr. Sherry Cooper Bank of Canada Holds Rates Steady As Tariff Turmoil Continues As expected, the Bank of Canada held its benchmark interest rate unchanged at 2.75% at today’s meeting, the third consecutive rate hold since the Bank cut overnight rates seven times in the past year. The Governing Council noted that the […]

Navigating the Mortgage Maze

Written By: Buffini & Co Buying your first home or your next? Stay prepared with this quick guide. Types of Mortgages: A mortgage is a loan that uses property as collateral to help finance homeownership. Fixed-Rate Specific interest rate that stays the same for the duration of the loan. Adjustable-Rate Typically starts at a lower […]

Canadian Housing Might Be Turning a Corner as Sales Picked Up in June and Prices Flattened

Written by: Dr. Sherry Cooper Home Sales Rose As Prices Stabilized–Housing Market is Turning a Corner The number of home sales recorded over Canadian MLS® Systems rose 2.8% on a month-over-month basis in June 2025, building on the 3.5% gain recorded in May. Over the past two months, the recovery in sales activity has been […]

Understanding the impact of the Bank of Canada’s interest rate changes on your mortgage.

Written By: Zak Khan of REW Will your mortgage change if the BoC’s interest rate does? Every few months, the Bank of Canada (BoC) announces an interest rate hold, cut or raise, depending on the current and anticipated future economic conditions. But while these announcements get a lot of buzz, what exactly is the impact, […]