Canada’s inflation rate just dropped to 1.7% — way below the Bank of Canada’s 2% target. So… why are we still waiting for rate cuts? In this episode of Make Money Count, Marcus & Justin break down why the BoC is hesitant to cut, what this means for homeowners and investors, and what smart mortgage moves you should be considering right now.

In this episode, Marcus & Justin break down the data, trends, and real-world impact of the dramatic increase in inventory, slowing buyer demand, and falling condo prices.

From over 30,000 active listings to investors dumping units at below build cost, we uncover what’s going on behind the headlines.

📉 Are we heading for a crash, or is this just a long-overdue correction?

🏘️ Should you buy now, or wait it out?

🚪 What happens when immigration slows and pre-construction deals start collapsing?

Tune in for no-fluff insights from the Cannect team, where we prioritize facts over fear.

Are you renewing your mortgage this year with an alternative lender like Home Trust or Community Trust? Don’t just accept their first offer—you may have better options.

In this video, we break down what you should consider if:

• You’re self-employed and hate paperwork
• You want to borrow more for a renovation
• You’re worried about higher rates
• You’re unsure whether to refinance, renew, or switch lenders

At Cannect, we simplify the process. No sales pitch. Just honest advice, technology that makes it easier, and customized options laid out side-by-side so you can make the smartest move.

Mortgage renewal coming up? WATCH THIS FIRST. In this episode of Make Money Count, Marcus and Justin, both currently going through their mortgage renewals, share exactly what you need to know before signing that offer from your bank.

They break down:

✔️ Why banks don't always have your back ✔️ How penalties really work ✔️ What to ask before renewing ✔️ Why you need a real advocate, not a bank employee ✔️ The smartest way to handle your mortgage in 2025

Thinking of switching from fixed to variable? Facing a renewal in the next 6–18 months? This video could save you thousands.

Get honest advice, learn from real scenarios, and don’t let the system take advantage of you.

The Bank of Canada held steady—no rate cut in April. So what now?

In this episode of Make Money Count, we break down:

• What the Bank of Canada said and what they really meant
• Why March CPI numbers matter more than you think
• How bond yields are guiding fixed-rate mortgages
• And—most importantly—whether you should lock into a fixed or stick with a variable.

We’re still pro-variable. June and July cuts are likely, and the smart money is on flexibility. Watch to hear our full strategy—and maybe place a bet with us on the next rate cut.

In this week’s episode, Marcus breaks down how new U.S. tariffs — yes, even the science fair-style ones — are impacting mortgage rates here in Canada. With five-year bond yields dropping, we’re seeing some of the most competitive fixed mortgage rates in recent memory. But with a possible Bank of Canada rate cut on April 16 and stagflation creeping in, what does it all mean for homebuyers, homeowners, and real estate investors?

- Are mortgage rates going down for good?

- Will this boost Canada’s cooling housing market?

- Should you go fixed or variable right now?

Welcome to another episode of Make Money Count!

This week, we're pulling back the curtain on Trump's trade policies—and it’s not just Trump calling the shots. Who's really influencing America's economic strategy?

Canada just got a new Prime Minister, but what does that mean for your finances, mortgage rates, and the country's economic future?

In this episode of Make Money Count, Marcus & Justin dive into:

✅ How the leadership change might affect mortgage rates ✅ Pierre Poilievre’s growing popularity (and possible pitfalls) ✅ Canada's missed opportunities in trade, intellectual property, and economic strategy ✅ What borrowers, businesses, and investors should watch for next

Is Canada heading toward growth, or are we stuck in political and economic limbo?