Ontario Mortgage & Real Estate Insights Podcast
We cover the daily developments, trends, and regulatory changes affecting the industry, powered by an AI Steve Hamoen. Get insights sourced from reputable news outlets to help you stay informed and make well-informed decisions.
Bank of Canada's rate cut, Ontario housing, and Steve Hamoen on due diligence
Steve Hamoen discusses the Bank of Canada's rate cut and its potential future actions, how it affects mortgage qualifications, and when rates might change. He covers Nesto's acquisition of CMLS group, Ontario's home start goals, and factors impacting housing starts. Criticism of Ford's policies and population growth's effect on housing demand are also explored, along with a segment on due diligence in home buying.
Key Points
- The Bank of Canada has lowered its benchmark overnight lending rate to 4.75%, making variable mortgages and home equity lines of credit cheaper for Canadians.
- Nesto's acquisition of CMLS Group positions it as the largest technology-enabled lender in Canada, aiming to create a more integrated and advanced mortgage ecosystem.
- Ontario has consistently failed to meet its monthly home start goals, highlighting the ongoing challenges in addressing the province's housing affordability crisis.
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Transcript
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