The Flow: Real Estate and Money Show

Flow Mortgage Co

Welcome to The Flow: Real Estate & Money Show. The Flow is for people in Canada who are: looking to understand the homebuying process, to demystify real estate investing, and to make mortgage financing accessible for anyone. The goal here is to help people understand: ways to make their money work for them, get in the market sooner, and open up the box on how mortgage financing works. We hope to help you find your State of Flow. Hear something interesting? Let's Connect! Website: getflowmortgage.ca Alex's Social Media: @themortgagepug Flow's Social Media: @flowmortgageco

  1. Sep 1

    This could force mortgage rates up (how it works when GDP goes up)

    In this episode, Alex McFadyen breaks down the recent economic data, the Bank of Canada's upcoming decision, and how tariffs and inflation impact mortgage rates and the housing market. He explains complex economic concepts in a clear way to help Canadians understand what it means for their finances. takeaways Canada's GDP growth in Q2 was 3.3%, exceeding the Bank of Canada's forecast.Potential output is the growth rate that keeps inflation stable, currently at 1.2%.Tariffs and trade tensions increase economic uncertainty, affecting interest rate decisions.The Bank of Canada is expected to hold rates steady at 2.25% in the upcoming meeting.Mortgage rates are rising as bond yields increase, impacting fixed-rate loans.Market expects no rate cuts in the near term due to strong growth and inflation data.Homeowners should review their mortgage terms and consider prepayment penalties.Economic uncertainty from tariffs could slow employment and housing demand. 🛠️ FREE TOOLS & RESOURCES:Rate My Rate - Instant Mortgage Checkup (free, no login required)https://rate.getflowmortgage.caWealthFlow Newsletter - Weekly market data & Economic Updateshttps://zfrmz.com/4hiodTOpjIgqNIy7fvmM💰WORK WITH US:Book a free strategy callhttps://getflowmortgage.ca/starthttps://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-flow-show-real-estate🌐If this content lights a bulb for you, give us a like, share, and make sure you're subscribed to Flow Mortgage Co. 🌊🌊🌊For daily content make sure to follow us on social media!🌊 Flow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flowmortgageco/🐶 Alex's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themortgagepug/

  2. Aug 18

    Canadian Banks Won't Finance These 5 Properties in 2026

    You can fix almost anything about a property. You can't fix what it is on paper. These are the five property types I check the financing on before anything else, and one of them can leave you finding $200,000 in cash that you didn't plan for. I walk through what each one is, exactly where to spot it on the listing before you write an offer, and what I'd do if I already owned one. Leaseholds and acreages both have good buys in them, so this isn't a list of things nobody should touch. It's a list of things worth a phone call before your subject removal date. Send the listing to whoever is handling your financing. It takes half a day to find out, and it's the cheapest question you'll ask all deal. CHAPTERS 0:00 The five, and the one that costs $200,000 1:33 Leasehold: you own the building, not the land 5:08 Co-op: shares in a corporation, not a title 7:56 Micro units: the square footage lenders won't touch 10:16 Acreage: what a lender actually counts 13:10 Title risk: what the Cowichan ruling changed 16:15 When it's still fine to buy one anyway 17:42 The one thing to do before subject removal Alex McFadyen is a mortgage broker in British Columbia Flow Mortgage Co works with roughly 500 families a year across BC. 🛠️ FREE TOOLS & RESOURCES:Rate My Rate - Instant Mortgage Checkup (free, no login required)https://rate.getflowmortgage.caPREPARE Framework - Decide on Your Mortgage Fixed or Variable in 7 Questionshttps://mbp.getflowmortgage.ca/prepareframeworkWealthFlow Newsletter - Weekly market data & Economic Updateshttps://zfrmz.com/4hiodTOpjIgqNIy7fvmM💰WORK WITH US:Book a free strategy callhttps://getflowmortgage.ca/contactFlow Mortgage Co https://getflowmortgage.ca 🌊🌊🌊🎙️ Make sure to check out our brand new podcast, "The Flow: Real Estate & Money Show" wherever you listen to podcasts. https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-flow-show-real-estate🌐If this content lights a bulb for you, give us a like, share, and make sure you're subscribed to Flow Mortgage Co. 🌊🌊🌊For daily content make sure to follow us on social media!🌊 Flow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flowmortgageco/🐶 Alex's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themortgagepug/

  3. Aug 11

    Reverse Mortgages are Making Canadians BROKE (r)

    Alex McFadyen discusses the intricacies of reverse mortgages in Canada, including recent rate changes, different options available, and how to determine if a reverse mortgage is right for you or your parents. We cover:Recent rate cuts by Canadian reverse mortgage lendersHow reverse mortgages work and who qualifiesComparison of reverse mortgage, line of credit, and traditional refinanceImpact of interest compounding and rate type on costsImportance of understanding future balance and property value growth 🛠️ FREE TOOLS & RESOURCES:Rate My Rate - Instant Mortgage Checkup (free, no login required)https://rate.getflowmortgage.caPREPARE Framework - Decide on Your Mortgage Fixed or Variable in 7 Questionshttps://mbp.getflowmortgage.ca/prepareframeworkWealthFlow Newsletter - Weekly market data & Economic Updateshttps://zfrmz.com/4hiodTOpjIgqNIy7fvmM💰WORK WITH US:Book a free strategy callhttps://getflowmortgage.ca/starthttps://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-flow-show-real-estate🌐If this content lights a bulb for you, give us a like, share, and make sure you're subscribed to Flow Mortgage Co. 🌊🌊🌊For daily content make sure to follow us on social media!🌊 Flow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flowmortgageco/🐶 Alex's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themortgagepug/keywordsreverse mortgage, Canadian housing market, mortgage options, interest rates, home equity, financial planning, property value, mortgage comparison, inheritance planning

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Welcome to The Flow: Real Estate & Money Show. The Flow is for people in Canada who are: looking to understand the homebuying process, to demystify real estate investing, and to make mortgage financing accessible for anyone. The goal here is to help people understand: ways to make their money work for them, get in the market sooner, and open up the box on how mortgage financing works. We hope to help you find your State of Flow. Hear something interesting? Let's Connect! Website: getflowmortgage.ca Alex's Social Media: @themortgagepug Flow's Social Media: @flowmortgageco

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