Real Estate Market News: Morning Edition

December 17, 2008 by Deyanira Bautista  
Filed under Canadian Real Estate

Housing sales fall sharply in Canada: MLS [CBC News]
“The number of homes sold through the Multiple Listing Service dropped to 27,743 units in November — the lowest level recorded since January 2001, the Canadian Real Estate Association said Monday.”

Fed Cuts to ~0% and Prints Money [Canadian Mortgage Trends]
“Many think they’re getting ready for another rate cut on January 20. If so, that would be a boon for variable-rate mortgage holders (assuming banks pass along the cut). Canada’s key policy rate is currently at 1.50% so there is room for the BoC drop more.”

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Posted by:  Deya Bautista - Affiliated Real Estate Agent working as part of the McGill Immobilier team. Specializing in condos and revenue property in the metropolitan area of Montreal. For buying or selling contact Deya at: 514.917.7889


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