Near-prime mortgage surge, Regulator fines ex-agent, BC home sales to decline, More

View in browser Near-prime surge: Why more borrowers are turning to alternative lenders View web version | Forward to a colleague 28 April 2026 Top News Near-prime surge: Why more borrowers are turning to alternative lenders Lending executive on the rise of the alt space – and what mortgage brokers need to know about the sector Ontario regulator fines ex‑agent over falsified mortgage documents FSRA case spotlights mortgage fraud risks as enforcement drive continues BC home sales to decline in 2026, rebound next year: BCREA Association projects a soft 2026 before pent‑up demand returns Tribunal fines Harold the Jewellery Buyer $210k in mortgage case Ontario tribunal found “intentional and reckless” conduct in alleged high‑cost lending scheme Most Canadians say Carney government fails the affordability test after year one New polling showed cost-of-living anger outpaced praise for foreign policy wins International News Real to buy RE/MAX in $880m deal Deal pulls Motto Mortgage and RE/MAX into Real's AI-powered ecosystem Quality divide emerges in rental market as Renters' Rights Act approaches Surveyor analysis suggests weaker properties may face falling values and tighter lending as landlords prioritise stability and long-term income Major lender lifts fixed rates again Canstar data shows fixed-rate increases spreading across most lenders as sub-6% deals thin out Interest rate fears see more NZ property investors consider selling Investor buying intent still muted Want to change how you receive these emails? You can manage your preferences or unsubscribe. © 2026 KM Business Information Canada Ltd. 317 Adelaide Street West, Toronto, ON Privacy | Conditions of Use | About us | Contact us

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