Lana Steel, Senior RBC Mortgage Specialist

08/26/2025

A great way to save for a down payment: the First Home Savings Account (FHSA). Learn how to take advantage of this tool and how it gets you one step closer to home ownership.

This article was originally published on RBC My Money Matters and has been republished here with permission. If you’re one of the more than 300,000 people who opened a First Home Savings Account (FHSA) over the last year, cut yourself a slice of cake to celebrate its first

08/21/2025

Common mortgage myths debunked: It can be hard to separate fact from fiction when it comes to home financing. Get the scoop on a few common mortgage myths in this guide.

It can be hard to separate fact from fiction when it comes to home financing. If you’ve talked to friends or done some googling, you’ve likely been flooded by a deluge of information. Let’s talk about mortgage myths and clarify how things work, so you can choose a mortgage and finance your hom...

08/19/2025

Take advantage of the early renewal option at RBC which allows you to renew up to 180 days before your mortgage maturity date, without penalty. There are many other benefits.

Learn the benefits of early mortgage renewal, especially in an uncertain economy.

08/18/2025

Canada’s housing market has faced significant challenges this year. A trade war disrupted what had been an early recovery in demand for existing homes, driving transactions to cyclical lows this spring and pushing down property values, particularly in Ontario and British Columbia.

We expect this gradual recovery to continue in the second half of 2025, setting the stage for stronger demand in 2026.

08/15/2025

When You’re Ready to Make Your Next Move, We’re Ready to Help

Need more space or want a change of scenery? RBC Royal Bank will be here to help you sell and move into your next house. Make the most of your sale, time your sale and understand your mortgage options.

08/14/2025

Buying a foreclosed home can be a bargain, but it also comes with risks. Find out if it’s the right approach for you.

The truth about buying a foreclosed home Buying a foreclosed home could be a great opportunity if you’re an experienced buyer or someone with business savvy. But beware of risks and hidden costs before you give in to the allure of a great deal — there’s more to a foreclosure sale than meets th...

08/13/2025

Canada’s housing market showed further signs of recovery in June with home resales picking up for a third straight month on a monthly basis. But, prices remained lower overall with nationwide declines largely driven by softening in Ontario and British Columbia.

The housing market showed further signs of recovery in June with home resales picking up for a third straight month.

08/12/2025

Bank of Canada Interest Rate Explained and How It Shapes Your Mortgage

The Bank of Canada announcement: interest rates are holding steady.

08/11/2025

Switching your mortgage or buying your next or first home? Discover flexible mortgage options designed for your life with RBC.

05/21/2025

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05/19/2025

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05/18/2025

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