For many BC homeowners, 2026 will mark their first mortgage renewal since the sharp rate hikes of 2022–2023. Millions of borrowers locked into historically low rates during 2020 and 2021 will now face renewal decisions in a very different environment. While the Bank of Canada has reduced rates and stabilized policy at 2.25%, most households...
After the Bank of Canada’s September 2025 rate cut to 2.5 percent, optimism is slowly returning to Canada’s housing market. But for tens of thousands of homeowners in British Columbia and Alberta, the bigger story ahead isn’t new listings or price corrections—it’s mortgage renewals. Roughly six in ten mortgages are due to renew in 2025...
British Columbia’s housing market is shifting. In the Fraser Valley—covering Abbotsford, Surrey, Langley, and nearby communities—sales have edged up while prices are cooling. This dynamic presents both opportunities and challenges for local homeowners. Below, we break down the latest data, interpret the impact for Abbotsford/Surrey residents, and offer actionable steps that align with smart mortgage...
As we reach the midpoint of 2025, Canadian homeowners—especially in Abbotsford, Surrey, and Edmonton—face one of the most significant mortgage renewal cycles in recent history. With interest rates no longer rising but not yet aggressively falling, renewing your mortgage this year is not just about signing a new term—it’s about negotiating power, timing, and strategy....
As we move through 2025, mortgage holders in British Columbia and Alberta are facing a critical moment. The Bank of Canada (BoC) has held its overnight lending rate steady at 2.75% in its June 2025 announcement, signaling a mid-year pause as it evaluates inflation progress and global economic risks. While this may bring a sense...
