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We recently decided to sell our old home and buy a new one. The decision on which realtor to use was an easy one, Graham Ogden. Graham helped us purchase our first home, and we were more than happy to work with him again.

When selecting a house to purchase Graham worked hard to find us something that suited our tastes, and our budget. He even provided some feedback to help shape our idea of a dream home. Making an offer was easy, and Graham got us a great deal on our new home.

 

When selling,...

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Graham did an amazing job at finding us our perfect first home. By understanding we were first time home buyers, and showing us all of our options, he made the process as stress free and simple as possible. We have a realtor for life!

 

02-Dec-15

Sean & Emily

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The Bank of Canada announced today that it is holding its key rate steady for the third straight time, noting “the risks around the inflation profile remain roughly balanced over the projection horizon. Vulnerabilities in the household sector continue to edge higher while overall risks to financial stability are evolving as expected.” Taking all of these developments into consideration, the Bank judges the current stance of monetary policy remains appropriate.


Looking forward to 2016,...

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Over the past few weeks interest rates, specifically longer term (5 year term) fixed rates, have risen on average 0.25%. Not a massive leap, and not the beginning of the end of low rates by any stretch.

 

Understanding the Basics

 

Fixed interest rates are predicated on the bond market. Where the bond market goes is where longer term (4yr – 10yr term) fixed rates follow.

 

Over the past few weeks the bond market has seen new life, and thus rates have risen slightly. This is partly...

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My husband and I wanted a new home, in a specific area.  Graham was an excellent listener, of our needs, and very quickly provided us with many options in our price range.  With detailed on-line listings, we were able to make a decision for actual viewings.  Graham was efficient and helpful, at every step, and made our home buying a hassle-free process.

 

30-Nov-15

Ron & Jacqueline R.

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Today’s Bank of Canada rate hold announcement marks almost four straight years that the key benchmark rate has remained unchanged, since September 8, 2010. Great news if you have a variable-rate mortgage or home equity line of credit; the prime rate stays at 3%.

 

The announcement noted that “the risks to the outlook for inflation remain roughly balanced, while the risks associated with household imbalances have not diminished.” With these considerations, the Bank is maintaining its monetary policy stimulus, and remains neutral with respect to the timing and direction of the next change.

 

The next rate-setting day is October 22nd.

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