https://www.msn.com/en-ca/money/other/tips-buyers-should-know-before-finalizing-their-mortgage/ar-AA1Lqjja Mortgages can be very complex once you look beyond the term and interest rate, and borrowers can be surprised by terms and conditions that may have an impact on their financial situation, says Leah Zlatkin, licensed mortgage broker. She offers four areas that buyers should consider before signing up for a mortgage. It’s not […]

https://www.mpamag.com/ca/mortgage-industry/industry-trends/housing-expert-warns-homeowners-about-mortgage-traps/546656 Mortgage expert Leah Zlatkin is warning sellers about potential financial pitfalls. Zlatkin emphasized that focusing solely on market prices without considering mortgage implications can lead to costly surprises. “Homeowners often focus on what their property might fetch in today’s market, but overlook the real financial impact their mortgage can have on the proceeds,” says […]

https://www.mpamag.com/ca/mortgage-industry/industry-trends/canadians-urged-to-look-beyond-interest-rates-when-choosing-a-mortgage/546001 When it comes to choosing a mortgage, there’s more to consider than just the rate – and taking terms and conditions into consideration is something many homebuyers often overlook, according to licensed mortgage broker, Leah Zlatkin. That can lead to costly surprises, Zlatkin said in a new analysis, when the mortgage gets underway. “Mortgages […]

https://nowtoronto.com/news/bank-of-canada-holds-key-interest-rate-at-2-75-amid-economic-uncertainty-but-will-this-impact-the-housing-market/ Licensed mortgage broker and COO of Mortgage Outlet, Leah Zlatkin says although the tariff situation has been causing uncertainty among buyers, housing market trends vary across different Canadian regions, with Toronto and Vancouver remaining cautious, while Edmonton maintains an active market.“We’re seeing distinct housing market stories across Canada. Edmonton remains the hot spot – […]

https://nowtoronto.com/news/bank-of-canada-cuts-key-interest-rate-amid-trade-war/ Licensed mortgage broker and COO of Mortgage Outlet, Leah Zlatkin says the rate cut may help in reducing prices, but it may not be enough for homebuyers to take a leap. “The Bank of Canada’s rate cut is a positive step, but it’s not going to dramatically change the spring housing picture,” Zlatkin explained in […]

https://iqmediacorp.com/ExternalIframeMedia/?mediaID=72064687-6554-4f80-b480-e4e6e19123c4&isRM=false Leah Zlatkin, COO of Mortgage Outlet says “Most people can walk in at any point in their variable mortgage. The one thing you want to consider is that you’re not locking in at today’s best rates. You’re often walking in at the posted rate for your banking institution. So if you’ve got a variable […]

https://www.mpamag.com/ca/mortgage-industry/industry-trends/housing-market-faces-challenges-despite-rate-cut/528394 “The Bank of Canada’s rate cut is a positive step, but it’s not going to dramatically change the spring housing picture. Trade tensions and worries about a recession are making buyers hesitate,” said Leah Zlatkin, a licensed mortgage broker and COO of Mortgage Outlet. “While the rate cut helps a bit, it probably won’t […]

https://www.thestar.com/real-estate/interest-rate-cut-a-silver-lining-for-homeowners-but-not-enough-to-pull-buyers-into/article_2b1a1094-ff48-11ef-bd89-afa8f39a74f8.html “The Bank of Canada’s rate cut is a positive step, but it’s not going to dramatically change the spring housing picture,” said Leah Zlatkin, licensed mortgage broker and COO of Mortgage Outlet. She said trade tensions and worries about a recession are making buyers hesitate. “While the rate cut helps a bit, it probably […]

https://www.bnnbloomberg.ca/business/real-estate/2025/03/12/mortgage-broker-sees-ontario-home-prices-grinding-down-amid-trade-war/ Leah Zlatkin, licensed mortgage broker and COO of Mortgage Outlet, said in a statement to BNNBloomberg.ca that the rate cut will help some homeowners. “With the rising cost of living and economic concerns weighing on many Canadians, this rate cut is a practical source of relief for variable rate mortgage holders. They’ll see an […]