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Investment Property Mortgage Rates in Canada (2026) - Investment Properties mortgage article | Best Rates Canada
Investment Properties

Investment Property Mortgage Rates in Canada (2026)

Investment property rates in Canada run roughly 0.20%–0.60% higher than owner-occupied rates. Here is what actually drives investor pricing in 2026, the 20% minimum down payment rule, and how to structure the file to land the lowest rate.

Voytek Jedrusiak Voytek Jedrusiak
Jul 7
How Much Does a Mortgage Broker Cost in Canada? (2026 Guide) - Rates & Strategy mortgage article | Best Rates Canada
Rates & Strategy

How Much Does a Mortgage Broker Cost in Canada? (2026 Guide)

For most residential mortgages in Canada, using a broker costs the borrower $0 — the lender pays the commission. Here is exactly when a fee applies, who pays it, and how the math actually works in 2026.

Voytek Jedrusiak Voytek Jedrusiak
Jul 7
Squamish Real Estate: Sea-to-Sky Corridor Living - Market Updates mortgage article | Best Rates Canada
Market Updates

Squamish Real Estate: Sea-to-Sky Corridor Living

Discover Squamish real estate in the Sea-to-Sky corridor, offering outdoor lifestyle and growing community between Vancouver and Whistler.

Voytek Jedrusiak Voytek Jedrusiak
Jun 22
Prince George and Northern BC: Affordable Northern Living - Market Updates mortgage article | Best Rates Canada
Market Updates

Prince George and Northern BC: Affordable Northern Living

Discover Prince George and Northern BC real estate, offering very affordable housing and strong community connections.

Monika Tarnik-Jedrusiak Monika Tarnik-Jedrusiak
Jun 15
BC Closing Costs Breakdown: What to Budget Beyond Your Down Payment - Closing Costs mortgage article | Best Rates Canada
Closing Costs

BC Closing Costs Breakdown: What to Budget Beyond Your Down Payment

Calculate all closing costs for BC home purchases, including Property Transfer Tax, legal fees, and other expenses beyond your down payment.

Voytek Jedrusiak Voytek Jedrusiak
Jun 12
White Rock and South Surrey: Oceanfront Living Near the Border - Market Updates mortgage article | Best Rates Canada
Market Updates

White Rock and South Surrey: Oceanfront Living Near the Border

Explore White Rock and South Surrey real estate, offering oceanfront living, established communities, and US border proximity.

Monika Tarnik-Jedrusiak Monika Tarnik-Jedrusiak
Jun 9
BC CMHC Insurance: When You Need It and How It Works - First Time Buyers mortgage article | Best Rates Canada
First Time Buyers

BC CMHC Insurance: When You Need It and How It Works

Understand CMHC mortgage insurance requirements for BC buyers, including premiums, benefits, and when insurance is required.

Voytek Jedrusiak Voytek Jedrusiak
Jun 4
Kamloops Real Estate: Thompson-Okanagan Gateway - Market Updates mortgage article | Best Rates Canada
Market Updates

Kamloops Real Estate: Thompson-Okanagan Gateway

Discover Kamloops real estate, offering affordable BC interior living with strong outdoor recreation and growing amenities.

Monika Tarnik-Jedrusiak Monika Tarnik-Jedrusiak
Jun 4
Rental Property HELOC vs Refinance for Renovations: The 2026 Comparison - Mortgage Tips mortgage article | Best Rates Canada
Mortgage Tips

Rental Property HELOC vs Refinance for Renovations: The 2026 Comparison

When a rental HELOC beats a refinance for funding renovations on an investment property in Canada — including BRRRR sequencing, the 65% LTV ceiling, and the rate gap that matters.

Voytek Jedrusiak Voytek Jedrusiak
Jun 2