TD and RBC are first to raise fixed rates…
RBC and TD Canada Trust are raising fixed mortgage rates from 20bps on shorter terms, to 35bps for longer terms…. The new posted 5 year fixed rate is 5.69%…
The so-called ‘special fixed rate’ advertised by Retail Banks is now 4.44% at TD and 4.54% at RBC.… (Of course, Mortgage Brokers have access to even lower rates…)
Three weeks ago, Banks lowered their fixed rates after the Bond market dropped due to the Mid-east turmoil and the Japan Tsunami. Bond yields have gone up from 2.45% on March 16 to 2.77% today. That 32bps increase has prompted the Banks to raise rates. Fixed mortgage rates are affected by Bond Yields.
Variable rates remain unchanged. Not sure what’s best for you? Speak with a qualified Mortgage Broker to get some direction.
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Great information and reference! Nice work SG.