Episode 236

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30th Oct 2025

Bank of Canada Cuts Rates Again: Are We Entering a New Era for Canadian Real Estate?

This week, we unpack the Bank of Canada’s latest rate cut and what it signals for the future of Canadian real estate. We discuss how lower rates could impact variable mortgages, the growing influence of AI investments on jobs, and what the upcoming federal budget might mean for homeowners and renters. We also cover Ontario’s new housing measures and the ongoing need for efficiency in the landlord and tenant board. Watch the full episode to hear our take on how these shifts could reshape the market.

00:00 Introduction and Banter

01:51 Bank of Canada's Rate Cut

06:03 US Tariffs and Their Impact on Canadian Economy

09:22 Impact of AI on the Economy

11:45 Job Cuts in the Banking Sector

15:33 Could There Be New Elections Coming Up?

19:25 Ontario's New Housing Measures

24:01 Renters' Rights and Security of Tenure

29:03 Mood Boosts

Get in touch with us!

Paul Stevenson - Mortgage Agent Level 2 

CENTUM Financial Services LP

Email: paul@paulstevenson.ca

Phone: 1-613-263-4543

https://www.paulstevenson.ca


David Warren - Mortgage Agent Level 2 

Referral Mortgages

Email: david@referralmortgages.com

Phone: 1-613-686-6003 

https://www.referralmortgages.com


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The Ottawa Real Estate Podcast
A weekly podcast about Real Estate, Mortgages and whatever else we want to talk about!
Welcome to The Ottawa Real Estate Podcast (TOREP)! Hosted by seasoned Mortgage Agents Paul Stevenson and David Warren, who have been bringing the Ottawa real estate market to life with the podcast for over four years. Whether you’re buying, selling, investing, or just curious, we’re here to share insider tips, untold stories, and plenty of laughs along the way.

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