Karrasch Real Properties | Your Surrey REALTORS®

Canadian Banks are "Juicing" Fixed Rates

Posted on Feb 28, 2025

What is going on with fixed rate mortgages right now?!

In today’s video, Surrey Real Estate Specialist, Steve Karrasch of Macdonald Realty discusses what he is currently seeing with fixed rate mortgages and what appears to be a decoupling from the 5 year bond yield.

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Why You Should Take a Variable Rate Mortgage in 2025

Posted on Feb 26, 2025

If you are renewing your mortgage or purchasing real estate in 2025, a variable rate mortgage could be the smartest financial decision you make this year.

In today’s video, Surrey Real Estate Specialist, Steve Karrasch of Macdonald Realty discusses why taking a variable rate mortgage in 2025 will likely win over taking a fixed rate product.

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Rental Income | Everything You Need To Know

Posted on Feb 19, 2025

Purchasing a home with a basement suite in the lower mainland can be a real game changer when it comes to being able to afford the jump from townhouse or condo living to detached living.

In today’s video, Surrey Real Estate Specialist, Steve Karrasch of Macdonald Realty discusses everything you MUST know if you are considering purchasing a single fa...

Surrey Condos Are In TROUBLE

Posted on Feb 12, 2025

Surrey condos are in trouble! Bloated inventory on the market and a lack of buyers means properties are sitting and the many will simply not sell.

In today’s video, Surrey Real Estate Specialist, Steve Karrasch of Macdonald Realty dives deep into the January 2025 stats to provide a picture of what the market is currently like in all areas of the Fra...

It's Almost Time to Invest in Real Estate Again

Posted on Feb 10, 2025

Real Estate investors fled the market over the past 2 years in an environment of rising interest rates and sticky purchase prices, resulting in deeply negative cash flow investment options.

In today’s video, Surrey Real Estate Specialist, Steve Karrasch of Macdonald Realty explores two major factors that are currently tilting back in investor favour...

Tariffs could WRECK Canadian Real Estate...or Save it?

Posted on Feb 07, 2025

Even with a 30 day agreed upon pause on tariffs, they are still front of mind for Canadians with so much chatter, uncertainty and questions around what 2025 could bring. However, the very real threat of tariffs has motivated various levels of Canadian government to begin expediting new projects targeting Canada's precious and highly sought after na...