Mortgage Rates & Affordability Update for Dec 2023

Dated: December 20 2023

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Mortgage Solutions

Hi Larry,

This week in mortgages:

- Fixed rates still softening. 

- Habits and Attitudes. 

5 YEAR RATES:

Fixed insured 5.14  (-0.10% decrease) 

Variable insured 6.20 

Fixed conventional 5.39 (-0.15% decrease)

Variable conventional 6.55 

Rentals Fixed 6.16 

Rentals Variable 7.15 

LENDER TURNAROUND TIMES:

2-3 business days for a Conditional Mortgage Commitment, and similar for any back and forth of documents. 

NEWS PIECE or TIDBIT:

With the coming new year, it is a great time to revisit our habits and attitudes. Remember that like attracts like. If you can have a positive attitude  you will attract others with or to have a positive attitude. 

Remember to continually recharge yourself. Take time to reflect, plan, and relax. Bring out the positive in everything you can.  Every little bit makes a difference and can grow from there. 

Have a great week!

Courtesy of James Sicotte

Polaris Mortgage Planners

(780) 719-6888

jim@polarismortgageplanners.ca

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Larry Kennedy

I work, live & play full time in Edmonton AB. I have a diverse background that’s led me to real estate and all its dealings. I practice listening, communication and negotiation skills daily. I’m ....

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