Mortgages, Tariffs, and Trends with Chris Molder | Episode 79

Navigating Mortgage Changes & Market Predictions | Toronto Livings Podcast Ep. 79 ft. Christopher Molder In Episode 79 of the Toronto Livings Podcast, hosts Mark Savel and Joey Virgilio welcome back Christopher Daniel Molder for an insightful discussion on recent mortgage changes, market predictions, and the ongoing trade tariffs. Catch up on essential mortgage updates like the increased cap for insured mortgages and the introduction of 30-year amortizations for first-time buyers. Also, hear Christopher's take on interest rate forecasts amidst economic fluctuations and how these changes can impact Toronto's real estate market. The episode wraps up with predictions for the average home prices in the GTA for 2025. Don't miss this engaging and informative conversation! CHAPTERS (00:00) Introduction and Guest Welcome (01:47) Meet Mr. Moscow: The Surprise Dog (02:52) Mortgage Market Insights (05:24) Sum 41 Farewell Concert (07:11) Toronto Eats: Union Restaurant (09:35) Tariffs and Trade Wars (18:49) Interest Rates and Economic Predictions (36:46) Recap and Predictions (37:07) Mortgage Changes Overview (38:22) Insurable Mortgage Expansion (45:02) 30-Year Amortization Introduction (49:16) Stress Test and Mortgage Renewals (52:35) Multifamily Homes and Construction Financing (01:00:04) Market Predictions and Wrap-Up FEEDSPOT TOP CANADIAN REALTOR PODCASTS https://podcast.feedspot.com/canadian_realtor_podcasts/ FEEDSPOT TOP TORONTO PODCASTS https://podcast.feedspot.com/toronto_podcasts/ WHERE YOU CAN FIND US 🏡 For all your Toronto Real Estate Needs: TorontoLivings.com/ 🖥️ INSTAGRAM Mark Savel: https://www.instagram.com/torontolivings/ Joey Virgilio: https://www.instagram.com/joey_torontolivings/ 🎙 MORE EPISODES https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/toronto-real-estate