Contents
Ottawa mortgage rates fall to 2 year low. Fixed mortgage rates and variable mortgage rates in Ottawa have become more favourable. This due to the cost for lenders is currently being lower.
Prices of homes are quite high in Ottawa and the rest of Canada. However this is being offset a little with the fact that Canadians are able to obtain their mortgages with some of the lowest rates in the last two years.
Ottawa mortgage rates fall to 2 year low as 5 year fixed rates in Ottawa and Canada are now under 3%.
There are a few reasons for this. One, spring market always has lenders lowering their rates to compete for business. By holding lower rates for potential first time home buyers and repeat buyers in Ottawa if rates go up during the 4 months after, the client is more likely to stay with that lender.
Lenders are very competitive during spring market, all fixed to be in the spotlight with the lower fixed rates and lowest variable rates.
Another reason for the low rates is the bond market. With bond prices lower, this means lenders can lend money at lower rates.
Basically, lenders have access to cheaper money and with that, can lend for less.
Prime has not moved in a while. However, the discounts that lenders are offering on variable rate mortgages have been increasing.
Variable rates and fixed rates are currently similar in price. With that, many are choosing to lock in a fixed rate, as there is not much incentive to go with a variable rate currently.
One reason to go with a variable rate is that if fixed rates continue to decrease, many lenders will allow you to convert your variable rate mortgage to a fixed rate mortgage, so you will be able to potentially convert to a lower fixed rate in the future.
If you have a mortgage renewal coming up within the next year in Ottawa, now is a great time to connect with a mortgage broker in Ottawa to review rates that are currently available but also so the mortgage broker can keep an eye upon rates for you up until your renewal date to try to save you more. If you have any questions about types of mortgages. Feel free to reach out!
Published 2019/06/12
Andrew Thake is a seasoned mortgage broker with over 15 years of industry experience. He’s assisted more than 2,200 clients in finding their ideal mortgage solutions. Recognized for his excellence, Andrew has received high honours and awards, including the National Rookie of the Year from TD Canada Trust and recognition as a Top 10 Ottawa Mortgage Broker in 2023. He has also been inducted into the Hall of Fame at Dominion Lending Centres and has consistently received their Platinum Award during his tenure as a mortgage broker.
Andrew’s dedication lies in serving his clients and prioritizing their needs with an empathetic approach. Throughout the application process, he provides tailored, informed, and efficient services to ensure the best mortgage solutions for his client’s unique circumstances. The best part of Andrew’s job is when he gets to see the joy on his clients’ faces following their mortgage approval.
