Tag: mortgages
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Here’s how much you need to earn to buy a home in Canada right now

Despite a slight decrease in mortgage rates, prospective homebuyers in Canada continue to face worsening affordability conditions. In April, this trend was particularly evident in major cities such as Toronto, as reported by Ratehub.ca’s latest affordability analysis. Affordability Analysis Highlights Increased Challenges Ratehub.ca’s study reveals that qualifying for a mortgage became more difficult in 10…
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Canadians owe nearly $1.85 for every $1 of disposable income, according to a study by RBC.

In recent times, Canadian households have seen a notable increase in their debt-to-income ratios. As of the first quarter of 2023, this ratio reached an alarming 184.5%, indicating that Canadians owe nearly $1.85 for every dollar of disposable income. A study by RBC highlighted that individuals between the ages of 35 and 44 have an…