Mortgage Brokers Explain Inflation And Rising Interest Rates

New Make Money Count episode! It has been a while, but with all the talks of inflation and rising interest rates, we had to hop on to give our two cents. Inflation may seem scary, but as you'll hear in the episode, we don't believe the actions taken by the Bank of Canada will be as drastic as the markets may be pricing in because:

 

1. The average consumer debt right now is high, and each rate hike will have a pronounced impact on that debt.

 

2. There's been a lot of inflation recently, but a lot of that pressure is believed to be a result of supply chain issues that won't be fixed by an increase in interest rates.

 

This is why we still believe the variable rate is a great option. And whenever that time comes that you want to lock in, call Cannect before going to your bank. Through one of the several mortgage finance companies we work with, we can get you a fixed rate with more favourable breaking costs. Remember, 70% of mortgages are broken before the end of their term.

    

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Show notes:
1:55 - Marcus predicted the bank rate hikes were media-driven over the last few months.

3:18 - Why Marcus thinks inflation issues might be exaggerated.

6:35 - Interest rates will go up. Where are they now?

8:34 - Media outlets and big brokers all thought we would see an overnight rate hike in January.

13:12 - Marcus still thinks the discount on the current variable rate is too good to pass up.

16:43 - Calling Cannect is the best way to determine the best course of action for your mortgage.

19:19 - The mortgage finance companies are setting the market for rates and banks decide when they want to compete.

21:00 - People are still in need of funds as a result of Covid

26:29 - Follow us at makemoneycount.com!