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The New First-Time Home Buyer GST Rebate in Canada: What It Means, Who Qualifies, and How to Claim It.
A major update for first-time buyers, especially if you're considering a new build. If you're a first-time home buyer looking at a new build, substantially renovated home, or even building your own home, there has been a major federal change that could significantly impact your purchase. The government has introduced a new first-time home buyer (FTHB) GST rebate, which may eliminate or reduce the 5% GST on qualifying homes and potentially save eligible buyers up to $50,000. T
ShelbyRae Eriksson
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How to Take Advantage of Lower Rates
What happened: With prime now at 4.70%, borrowers are seeing their first real relief in months. Why it matters for mortgages: Lower rates...
ShelbyRae Eriksson
1 min read
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What to Expect After the Rate Cut
What happened: With the first rate cut in months, the Bank of Canada has signaled that it is more confident that inflation is moving...
ShelbyRae Eriksson
1 min read
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What a Bank of Canada Drop Means for You
What happened: The Bank of Canada just lowered its key lending rate by 0.25%, which means prime is now 4.70% (down from 4.95%) Why it...
ShelbyRae Eriksson
1 min read
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Housing Supply Challenges and What That Means for Mortgages
What happened: BC continues to face a shortage of available homes, especially in desirable urban markets. Why it matters for mortgages:...
ShelbyRae Eriksson
1 min read
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Bond Yields and Why They Drive Mortgage Rates
What happened: Bond yields in Canada have been easing alongside the Bank of Canada's move. This is important because lenders use these...
ShelbyRae Eriksson
1 min read
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Economic Trends That Touch Your Mortgage?
What happened: Global events, including new trade tariffs and slowing U.S growth, are influencing Canada's economic outlook. The Bank of...
ShelbyRae Eriksson
1 min read
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