Steven Auld, RBC Mortgage Specialist

10/22/2024

Canada’s housing crisis is a hot topic and consistently grabbing headlines. If you have adult children looking to live on their own, or aging parents looking to downsize, housing availability is likely a major issue that’s affecting your family.

10/17/2024

Do you know someone that is new to Canada? If they need guidance navigating the Canadian home buying journey, I can help. RBC tries to make it easier for newcomers to buy their first home.

09/26/2024

Whether you’re planning to build your own home or looking to redevelop your existing place into multiple housing units, RBC can help.

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An RBC mortgage specialist can give you the support you need from start to finish to guide you through the process and explain all the important facts you need to know about building your own house.

09/20/2024

Explore current RBC special mortgage offers. Check back often for first time home buyer offers, switch offers, and other limited time offers.

06/24/2024

Buying a home is worth the effort. Let’s make it happen—whether it’s a house with space to roam or a condo in the heart of the city.

Owning a home is possible! Check out our top tips for saving up for your downpayment.

06/17/2024

Studies show that the next generation is struggling to find affordable housing and many require financial assistance. According to a poll commissioned by the Ontario Real Estate Association, 41 per cent of children aged 18-38 who own a home in Ontario, got financial help from their parents, with the average financial gift exceeding $70,000.

You know the benefits of owning a home. You've probably been through the home-buying process once or twice. Now is the time to share your experiences.

06/14/2024

Life is expensive — and so are renovations! When it comes to fixing, updating or remodeling your home, it’s important to use your money wisely.
To get the most bang for your buck, here are four renovations to prioritize and four ways to pay for them.

Discover 4 renovations that can add value to your home — and 4 ways to pay for the upgrades you want.

06/10/2024

Five Things to Consider When Buying a Fixer-Upper

Fixer-uppers come with many unknowns. Fortunately, RBC has partnered with Bryan and Sarah Baeumler — stars of HGTV Canada's Bryan Inc. and bonafide experts on home improvement.

06/03/2024

All ducks appear to be in a row for the Bank of Canada to kick-start the policy easing cycle and lower the overnight rate by 25 basis points to 4.75% on Wednesday. The move follows cuts from the Swiss National Bank and the Riksbank (central bank of Sweden) in recent weeks and comes after the overnight rate was held at a restrictive 5% for about a year (the last rate hike was July 2023).

U.S. inflation data in focus as central banks consider rate cuts.The Bank of Canada will be focused on the March Canadian consumer price index report next Tuesday after another upward surprise in U.S. price growth created doubt about the U.S. Federal Reserve’s rate-cutting plans this year.

12/27/2023

Canada’s housing market downturn spread further in November. Most markets are now in correction mode with high interest rates, the...

12/21/2023

RBC research shows there is significant interest in buying a property at the early stages of arrival to Canada. But for many newcomers, the path to home ownership may seem impossible. Manish Garg, Mobile Mortgage Specialist at RBC’s Meeting Place in Brampton, Ontario, wants to debunk some common homeownership myths and provide advice on how to buy a home sooner.

Arrive. Succeed. Inspire.

11/28/2023

The new build market is constantly evolving, and RBC Mortgage Specialists continue to work closely with our builders. They are present on site to answer customer questions about the purchase of a new build home, and during the launch of a new housing project.

The idea of buying a home is thrilling. You'll have so many exciting steps to take as you go through the new build home buying process, and we know you'll have a few questions too. We are here to make it easier. Our Mortgage Specialists can help you understand your options and lock in your best rate...