Episode 79: War, Inflation, and Mortgage Rates

Canada’s mortgage market just got hit with another major warning sign.

In this episode, Alex Pang and Alex Shanks break down the recent spike in bond yields, why fixed mortgage rates may rise again, and how geopolitical tensions are creating a new inflation risk for Canadians. They also discuss why the Bank of Canada may be stuck, the condo appraisal problem, the new GST rebate update for first-time buyers, capped NSF fees, retirement affordability, and fraud issues inside the mortgage industry.

Topics include:

Bond yields spiking above 3%
Why fixed mortgage rates could move higher
How oil and inflation are changing the rate outlook
Why the Bank of Canada may be trapped
First-time buyer GST rebate update
Condo blanket appraisals under scrutiny
NSF fees now capped in Canada
Why Canadians think they need millions to retire
Subprime lender defaults rising
Mortgage fraud crackdowns in Ontario
What this all means for housing, lending, and affordability


If you’re a homeowner, buyer, investor, or just trying to understand where rates and real estate are headed in Canada, this episode is for you.

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