2026 Mortgage & Interest Rate OutlookBy Scott WestlakeDecember 10, 20250 commentsAs we head into the end of 2025, many borrowers and investors are asking the same question: Where are interest rates going in 2026, and how should we plan? Below is a clear, combined view using: Dr. Sherry Cooper’s most recent economic commentary Forward ...Read more...
Strong Canadian Job Growth Drove the Unemployment Rate Down to 6.5%By Scott WestlakeDecember 5, 20250 comments Today's Labour Force ...Read more...
2025 โ Reflections, Realities & Roadmap for 2026By Scott WestlakeDecember 2, 20250 commentsI know this might feel like an early year-end message — but if we want to start 2026 off right (or clean up anything still lingering from 2025), we need a bit of runway. This time of year gets swallowed quickly by holidays, travel, slower turnaround times, and teams ...Read more...
Stronger-Than-Expected Canadian Q3 GDP Growth Seals the Deal on a BoC Rate HoldBy Scott WestlakeNovember 28, 20250 comments ...Read more...
Signs of Improvement in Canadian Housing ActivityBy Scott WestlakeNovember 17, 20250 comments Today's release of October housing data by the Canadian ...Read more...
Forget A December BoC Rate Cut: October Labour Force Survey Much Stronger Than ExpectedBy Scott WestlakeNovember 8, 20250 comments Today's Labour Force Survey for October showed a stronger-than-expected ...Read more...
November Economic Insights.By Scott WestlakeNovember 5, 20250 comments Economic Insights ...Read more...
Bank of Canada Lowers Policy Rate to 2.25%By Scott WestlakeOctober 29, 20250 comments Today, the Bank of ...Read more...
Big Milestones, Bigger Momentum ๐ | Commercial & Niche Lending UpdatesBy Scott WestlakeOctober 28, 20250 commentst’s been an incredible run lately — both for our clients and our team. ๏ปฟ As many of you know, my focus continues to evolve toward commercial lending and niche residential financing — the spaces where creativity, relationships, and execution truly ...Read more...
ilestone Moment: Surpassing $2 Billion in Funded VolumeBy Scott WestlakeOctober 22, 20250 commentsWe’re proud to share an incredible milestone — our brokerage has officially surpassed $2 billion in funded mortgage originations. This achievement represents more than just numbers — it’s a reflection of the trust our clients place in us, the strength ...Read more...
Canadian Inflation Stronger Than ExpectedBy Scott WestlakeOctober 21, 20250 comments The Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose 2.4% on a year-over-year basis in September, up from a 1.9% increase in August. The ...Read more...
In an Industry Obsessed with Optics, Execution Still WinsBy Scott WestlakeOctober 20, 20250 commentsI noticed something the other night on social. Another broker posting about being #21 or #28 in revenue. Out of curiosity, I checked mine — #8 in Canada. #2 in Ontario. Cool. But honestly… who cares? Some do it solo. Some run teams. Some use ...Read more...
๐ Building Momentum: Recent Fundings, Active Mandates, and the Evolution of Commercial LendingBy Scott WestlakeOctober 16, 20250 commentsAs I continue to lean further into commercial markets while maintaining my niche specialization in complex residential financing, my focus remains clear: to deliver tailored, strategic lending solutions that support clients through every phase — from ...Read more...
Canadian Home Sales Post Best August In Four YearsBy Scott WestlakeOctober 16, 20250 comments ...Read more...
Canadian Employment Rises More Than Expected, But Not Enough To Fully Offset Prior Two-Month Job LossBy Scott WestlakeOctober 14, 20250 comments Today's Labour Force Survey for September was stronger ...Read more...
Economic Insights from Dr. Sherry CooperBy Scott WestlakeOctober 6, 20250 comments Economic Insights ...Read more...