Mortgage Interest Rate Cuts In June?
February’s inflation numbers suggest a possible shift in the monetary policy stance of the Bank of Canada, with speculation rising that it may opt for its first mortgage interest rate cut as early as June.
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Accumulating the down payment is the biggest challenge prospective homebuyers face. The down payment can come from several sources. According to the “2021 First-Time Homebuyer Survey & Financial Fitness Study” performed by Sagen, the most common source for homebuyers ‘ down payment was their Savings, followed by their RRSP.
The CRA offers a Home Buyers’ Plan for those wishing to withdraw from their RRSP. The Home Buyer’s Plan is a program that allows you to withdraw from RRSPs to buy or build a qualifying home.
Another common source many homebuyers have availed of is gifted funds from an immediate family member. Each lender will have its policies surrounding this source of down payment. Alternatively, you can borrow part or all of the down payment. Borrowed down payments are not accepted by all lenders and come with additional qualifying criteria.
IMPORTANT! As of March 31, 2024, the First-Time Homebuyers Incentive will NOT be available. For more information, please visit CMHC.
The First-Time Homebuyers Incentive (FTHBI) is a federal program offered through the Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) in part of the National Housing Strategy. It allows qualified first-time homebuyers to reduce their mortgage payment with an interest-free incentive.
With FTHBI
Purchase Price = $300,000
Down Payment 5%: ($15,000)
FTHBI 5%: ($15,000)
Total Down Payment: ($30,000)
CMHC Insurance Premium: $10,800¹
Total Mortgage Amount = $280,800
Monthly P&I Payment = $1,331.59²
Without FTHBI
Purchase Price = $300,000
Down Payment 5%: ($15,000)
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Total Down Payment: ($15,000)
CMHC Insurance Premium: $11,400¹
Total Mortgage Amount = $296,400
Monthly P&I Payment = $1,405.56²
The 5-10% incentive is interest-free and is paid back after 25 years or upon the home’s sale. The incentive, combined with the down payment, makes for a lower mortgage loan and monthly payment. Certain conditions apply. Please ask your broker for details.
The Home Buyers’ Plan (HBP) is a federal government program offered through the CRA.
This will allow you to make a withdrawal from your registered retirement savings plan (RRSP) without paying taxes at the time of withdrawal. The maximum you can withdraw is $35,000.
February’s inflation numbers suggest a possible shift in the monetary policy stance of the Bank of Canada, with speculation rising that it may opt for its first mortgage interest rate cut as early as June.
The initial promise of the first-time homebuyer incentive seemed like a beacon of hope for many prospective homebuyers grappling with the challenge of saving up for a down payment. Regrettably, the program’s execution left much to be desired,
The Bank of Canada’s Governing Council is hesitant to pinpoint when they might begin easing interest rates, as indicated in the summary of discussions from their January 24 meeting.
Suppose you are committed to a five-year mortgage term with two years left until renewal. However, recent changes in your life, such as a new job offer requiring relocation or the need for more space due to a
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