07/15/2015
Big news in the world of finance today!!! The Bank of Canada announced it has lowered the overnight rate/key interest rate by another 25bps, to 0.5%. After experiencing its second quarter of contraction, the Canadian economy is showing slow growth due to a number of different factors, but surely it is mostly due to the recent declines in the oil & gas sector. In fact, the BOC has already decreased its growth forecasts for this fiscal year to 1.1% from its previous projection of 1.9%. The newly implemented monetary policy outlines how the new decrease in the overnight rate will combat a number of different issues arising in our economy today. It is important to note however, that by reducing the overnight rate for the second time in just 7 months, they are clearly trying to promote consumer borrowing and in all honesty, now is the perfect time to do it. Rates will be dropping again, so if you've been dancing around that decision to purchase your first home, or even that perfect investment property... Now is the time!
The real estate market is surpassing record highs, and the supply of housing simply can't keep up with the demand. As of yet, other than TD, the banks haven't announced a reduction in their prime lending rates, but when they do you can be sure my rates will ONCE AGAIN be much lower than anything they can offer. So why not take the opportunity while it's here to buy your new dream home, or that new investment property, or for the savvy investor... BORROW TO INVEST. Currently I am yielding my investors a very safe return of 13%+ annually, and in some cases even higher.
Call me to discuss. We will develop a strategy specific to your needs, and ensure you walk away with the best deal possible... GUARANTEED! (416) 432-5163.
http://www.moneysense.ca/property/bank-of-canada-lowers-overnight-rate-target-to-12/
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