03/12/2025
Bank of Canada Update: What You Actually Need to Know!
You’ve likely seen the 2.75% interest rate in the news today… but let’s clear up some confusion right now ⬇️
🚨 That 2.75% is NOT the rate you'll pay on your mortgage! 🚨
That figure represents the overnight lending rate – the rate at which banks lend to each other, not the rate offered to consumers for mortgages.
So, what does this mean for you? 👇
✔️ The new prime rate is now 4.95%, which affects variable and adjustable-rate mortgages. ✔️ Fixed mortgage rates? NO CHANGE. These are tied to the bond market, not the Bank of Canada's rate decisions.
If you have a fixed-rate mortgage, today’s announcement won’t impact your payments. If you have a variable or adjustable-rate mortgage, your interest costs might change.
Still feeling unsure? You're not alone! Reach out, and I'll help you understand the details. 💬📩
Claudia Cannon
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📍 Servicing Alberta