Join Ralph Fox, Broker of Record and Co-Founder of Fox Marin Associates, as he explores the Bank of Canada's latest jumbo rate cut and its ripple effects on the economy and Toronto's Real Estate market. This episode features special guest Jason Friesen, Managing Partner at Outline Financial, to help unpack the implications of rate cuts, mixed economic signals, & what these changes mean for homebuyers, investors, and the rental market.
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KEY TAKEAWAYS:
Bank of Canada’s Decision: A 50 basis point rate cut marks the fifth consecutive reduction, aiming to revive the sluggish economy.
Economic Reality Check: Mixed messaging from officials versus ground-level observations about job creation, unemployment, and recession fears.
Real Estate Impact: Mortgage cost reductions ease financial burdens for some, but affordability challenges persist for others.
Fixed vs. Variable Mortgages: Pros & cons of both options in a shifting market.
Market Trends: Renewed interest in pre-approvals and buyer activity, particularly in Toronto’s housing market.
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Speakers:
Ralph Fox (Co-Founder and Broker of Record at Fox Marin)
Jason Friesen (Managing Partner at Outline Financial)
