As an alternative lending specialist, we make refinancing your home simple. Our flexible and affordable financing options allow you to access up to 85% of the equity in your home to meet your financial needs.
Being a broker is very different from being a lender. It means that we don’t finance your mortgage – instead, our role is to match you with the right lender to meet your specific needs and to get the banks competing to finance your mortgage.
We have an experienced team of mortgage agents and brokers with backgrounds in financial planning, insurance, real estate, and business. We have a reputation in the mortgage industry for working with our credit challenged clients to consolidate debt, save them from foreclosures, and assisting in rebuilding their credit ratings. DLC iMortgage Capital team is dedicated to helping you find mortgage solutions that will address your financial need. We are here to help and our team is confident we have the financial solution you are looking for!
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Variable rates are falling due to Bank of Canada’s ongoing interest rate cuts.
Fixed rates, influenced by long-term bond yields, appear to have reached a potential bottom and are unlikely to drop significantly in the coming year.
Bank of Canada’s Policy Rate Cuts
The Bank of Canada is aggressively cutting its policy rate to stimulate the economy.
Since June, the policy rate has dropped by 125 basis points, now at 3.75%.
Further reductions of up to 100 basis points are expected in 2024, bringing the rate to 2.75%.
These cuts primarily influence variable rates, short-term borrowing, and high-interest savings accounts.
Fixed Rates Are Tied to Long-Term Bond Yields
Long-term rates, such as those for five-year fixed mortgages, are influenced by government bond yields and broader market factors, not directly by the policy rate.
Five-year Government of Canada bond yields have fluctuated, hitting a low of 2.7% in September 2023 before rising to 3.21% due to inflation concerns and global market trends.
Market Outlook for Fixed Rates
Long-term rates have likely bottomed and may stabilize or slightly decrease, but significant declines are unlikely unless a recession or unexpected economic shock occurs.
Current bond yields reflect market expectations, with only a marginal seven basis points decline forecasted in the next year.
If You Have a Variable-Rate Mortgage:
Expect reductions in your interest rate in the coming year as policy rate cuts take effect.
Renewing at a variable rate might offer lower costs in the short term.
If You Prefer a Fixed-Rate Mortgage:
Current fixed rates may represent the best deal you’ll see for the foreseeable future.
Locking in a five-year fixed rate now could provide stability amid market uncertainties.
Recession Risks: While the threat of a Canadian recession has eased, it hasn’t disappeared. A renewed recession risk could drive long-term rates lower.
Inflation Risks: Rising inflation could push both fixed and variable rates higher, especially if U.S. policies amplify inflationary pressures.
Douglas Porter, BMO Financial Group: Long-term rates may hover near current levels despite policy rate cuts.
Robert McLister, MortgageLogic.news: The bond market has already priced in anticipated rate cuts, limiting the scope for further long-term rate drops.
Renewing your mortgage is a significant financial decision. To make the most of it:
Consider locking in a fixed rate if you value stability and want to protect yourself from potential rate increases.
Explore variable rates if you anticipate further reductions and can handle potential fluctuations.
Stay informed about market trends and economic developments to refine your strategy.
For personalized advice, speak with an iMortgage Agent who can assess your unique situation and guide you toward the best mortgage option. Their expertise ensures you avoid costly mistakes and secure a deal that aligns with your financial goals.