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Fundamentals: Economics

The Bank of Canada raises key interest rate by 100bps

Policymakers at the Bank of Canada are hoping to bring down raging inflation through a series of interest rate increases, the latest of which was set at an “eye-popping” 1% or 100 bps. It’s an aggressive move that shocked many economists.

July 13, 2022
3 mins Read

Fundamentals: Economics

Is it time to get Volcker-tough on soaring Inflation?

Central banks are raising interest rates, but thus far it’s done nothing to stop inflation from continuing to climb. And stagflation remains a worry. When will central bankers figure out how to “Volcker” the highest inflation in 40 years’ time?

Investing: Fixed Income

Commentary: Turning off the taps is easy, but what happens now?

Inflation has hit a 40-year high and no one is referring to it as transitory anymore. Central bankers have turned off the easy money taps and raised rates, but inflation keeps rising. What will they have to do to slay inflation? Head over to cansofunds.com to read the full article.

July 8, 2022
2 mins Read

Personal Finance: Housing

Can a mortgage broker save you money?

If you want to save money on your mortgage, you need a long term mortgage plan. Mortgage brokers and mortgage planners can help you create one.

July 8, 2022
5 mins Read

Personal Finance: Housing

How to navigate hot real estate markets

Doing your due diligence before submitting an offer on a house might seem like a lot of work. But it’s key to making your offer competitive, and it can help you remove subject clauses without major stress.

July 5, 2022
6 mins Read

Fundamentals: Economics

What is Fiat Currency?

What is money? What is fiat money? How the demise of the Bretton Woods System propelled fiat currencies to greater popularity and use in developed world countries.