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How well did the federal budget address housing?
On the whole, brokers aren’t especially encouraged by the budget’s new initiatives to help would-be homebuyers
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An industry of lost souls
According to the old adage, 80% of success is showing up – but for many brokers, that’s still too high a hurdle, writes Terry Kilakos
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Before and after B-20
The new guidelines have had far-reaching effects, from slumping sales to a jump in alternative lending
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Saddle up
Mortgage agent Adam Stapley feels most at home on the back of a horse
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Maybe next year
Interest rate uncertainty and optimism that prices will drop are keeping potential buyers on the sidelines
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Handling the stress
Borrowers overwhelmingly feel the stress test is hurting affordability – but is reducing or eliminating it the answer?
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Struggling to save
Stress tests and rising prices have made it harder than ever for would-be buyers to put together a down payment
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Keeping score
Brokers have a lot to teach homebuyers about how their credit score affects their ability to secure a mortgage
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One year later
What a difference a year – and a stress test – makes in Canada’s housing market
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Setting the record straight
A widespread misconception about licensing requirements is plaguing the industry – and it’s putting many brokers in jeopardy, writes John Bargis
