Energy adviser group decries ‘abrupt’ closure of Greener Homes Loan, warns of layoffs

By: ameer@trustedteam.com

A group representing the energy adviser profession says it’s deeply concerned about the sudden closure of applications for the federal Canada Greener Homes Loan program. 

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Here’s why mortgage rates rose despite the Fed’s latest cut

By: ameer@trustedteam.com

Mortgage rates are not directly set by the Fed. Instead, they are largely determined by the bond market, particularly the 10-year Treasury yield

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Expert warns new lumber tariffs could derail new home construction comeback

By: ameer@trustedteam.com

With potential tariffs on top of increased duties, the lumber market may face major challenges in 2026

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Not just Fed rate cuts: What actually causes mortgage rates to decline

By: ameer@trustedteam.com

Mortgage executive reminds brokers that the Fed has more tools in the toolbox besides rate cuts

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Katie Sweeney denies accusations in AIME payment fight

By: ameer@trustedteam.com

The broker advocate and the trade group she previously led have both included other industry players in the legal dispute over nearly $1 million in payments.

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Westpac tips August CPI rise as rebates kick in

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Electricity rebates, housing costs drive August inflation outlook

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ASIC Chair Joe Longo confirms he will step down in 2026

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Banks praise chair’s leadership legacy

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Help exists for cash-strapped homebuyers — but many don’t know it

By: ameer@trustedteam.com

Three experts — a former agent, an economist and a down payment program founder — talk about the decline in housing affordability and what help is out there.

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US home flipping profits hit lowest level since 2008

By: ameer@trustedteam.com

Profits from flipping have steadily eroded over the past decade. In fall 2012, the average return on investment was nearly 63%.

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New York and DC homeowners set for biggest savings from SALT cap hike

By: ameer@trustedteam.com

The change, part of President Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” raised the deduction limit from $10,000 to $40,000.

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