Ontario Mortgage & Real Estate Insights Podcast
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Toronto Home Sales Analysis, New Federal Rules, and Mortgage Fraud Case in Episode 91
In this episode, we start with a warm welcome to the Ontario Mortgage & Real Estate Insights Podcast. We dive into an analysis of Toronto home sales and various property types. The discussion then shifts to new federal mortgage lending rules and guidance from the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA). We explore FSRA's Mortgage Brokering Supervision Plan and compliance with FINTRAC requirements. Industry reactions to these new regulatory changes are highlighted, followed by the Superintendent of Financial Institutions' stance on mortgage renewals. We also cover a significant Ontario Superior Court decision in a mortgage fraud case. The episode wraps up with closing remarks and appreciation for our listeners.
Key Points
- Toronto home sales surged in September, with an 8.5 percent year-over-year increase driven by lower borrowing costs and greater inventory.
- New mortgage lending rules in Canada, effective from December, will allow for 30-year amortizations for insured mortgages and lower down payments for homes under $1.5 million.
- The Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario has released final guidance to enhance the oversight and compliance culture of mortgage brokerages, emphasizing the role and empowerment of principal brokers.
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