The Bank of Canada raised its overnight rate by 25 basis points to 5 per cent this morning. In the statement accompanying the decision, the Bank noted that the Canadian economy has been stronger than expected but is expected slow as higher interest rate work their way through the economy. On inflation, the Bank cited the recent easing of inflation...
The May inflation data, released this morning by Statistics Canada, bore no surprises. The year-over-year (y/y) inflation measured by the Consumer Price Index (CPI) at 3.4% was just as expected--down a full percentage point from the April reading. This is the smallest increase since June 2021. Economists hit this one on the head because we knew dro...
The Canadian economy continues to show marked resilience to high-interest rates. Statistics Canada released data this morning showing real GDP rose at an above-consensus 3.1% annual rate in the first quarter of this year. The estimate for April growth was also firm, a harbinger of continued strength in Q2...
The Benefits of Working with Adam Chahl and the PLACE Real Estate Team in Vancouver
If you're in the market to buy or sell a home in Vancouver, working with a reputable real estate agent can make all the difference. And there's no better agent to work with than Adam Chahl and the PLACE Real Estate Team at Oakwyn Realty. Here are some benefits of wor...
Why Vancouver MLS Listings is a Great Resource for Home Buyers
When you're in the market for a new home in Vancouver, one of the best resources you can use is the Vancouver MLS listings. The MLS, or Multiple Listing Service, is a database of properties for sale in the Vancouver area, and it's used by real estate agents and brokers to find and sell h...