The Bank of Canada’s decision on October 29, 2025 to lower its policy rate from 2.5% to 2.25% has arrived at a pivotal moment for Canadian housing. For months, buyers and homeowners watched closely as the Bank hinted at stability — and this move confirms it. Across Abbotsford, Surrey, and Edmonton, the rate cut is...
The September Surprise: What a 2.5% Policy Rate Means for Buyers On September 17, 2025, the Bank of Canada lowered its policy interest rate by 25 basis points to 2.5%, marking a significant pivot in its monetary strategy. After a period of measured cuts beginning in late 2024, this latest reduction reinforces a buyer-friendly environment—just...
The Bank of Canada’s September 17, 2025 announcement to lower its policy interest rate by 25 basis points to 2.50% is more than just a headline for economists. For Canadian households—especially in housing markets like Abbotsford, Surrey, and Edmonton—this shift is reshaping how families think about mortgage renewals, refinancing opportunities, and first-time home purchases heading...
In June 2025, the Bank of Canada (BoC) held its benchmark rate steady at 2.75%—its second consecutive pause this year. While economic forecasts remain mixed, this policy move provides a crucial opportunity for homeowners across Abbotsford, Surrey, and Edmonton to act decisively on mortgage renewals, refinances, and equity strategies. Whether you’re facing a renewal, considering...
Introduction With the Bank of Canada’s recent rate cut in March 2025—and the potential for more to come—many homeowners and buyers across Abbotsford, Surrey, and surrounding areas are re-evaluating their mortgage strategies. Whether you’re renewing, refinancing, or buying your first home, the decision between a fixed-rate mortgage and a variable-rate mortgage can have a lasting...
