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 […]

https://www.mpamag.com/ca/mortgage-industry/market-updates/home-listings-surge-across-canada/526134 Mortgage broker Leah Zlatkin noted that the current environment allows buyers to negotiate price adjustments, request seller concessions, and include protective conditions such as home inspections or financing clauses in their offers. Zlatkin also advised caution regarding mortgage choices: “Economic fluctuations can trigger interest rate volatility, potentially swinging rates in either direction. This inherent […]

https://storeys.com/blanket-appraisals-questionable-practice-experts/ A blanket appraisal allows the buyer to secure the mortgage they were anticipating when they committed to the investment in the first place, Leah Zlatkin, a licensed mortgage broker underscores that the territory is tricky given the realities of today’s market. And in some cases, she warns, it can put buyers who aren’t so […]