The Mortgage Group - Andy Vickers

Andy Vickers || January 21, 2022

Will the Bank of Canada Hike Early on Inflation Concerns?

Earlier this week, we learned that Canada’s headline CPI inflation rose to a 30-year high of 4.8% in December. That had a number of economists concerned, with many saying the...

Andy Vickers || January 11, 2022

Home Surtax Explored as Prices Continue to Rise

As new home prices marked the 20th consecutive month of growth, a new report backed by Canada’s housing agency called for a new annual tax to help address affordability. The...

Andy Vickers || October 27, 2021

A Snapshot of the Canadian Mortgage Market

Mortgage debt is rising at its fastest pace in over 10 years, yet arrears have fallen to record lows. Meanwhile, more mortgage shoppers are opting for variable rates and a growing...

Andy Vickers || September 29, 2021

Mortgage Volumes Post Record Growth

Mortgage volumes posted their highest-ever rate of growth in the second quarter, driven in large part by historically low mortgage rates and a strong housing market. Compared to the second...