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Welcome to another episode of Make Money Count! This week, we're pulling back the curtain on Trump's trade policies—and it’s not just Trump calling the shots. Who's really influencing America's economic strategy?

Canada just got a new Prime Minister, but what does that mean for your finances, mortgage rates, and the country's economic future? In this episode of Make Money Count, Marcus & Justin dive into: ✅ How the leadership change might affect mortgage rates ✅ Pierre Poilievre’s growing popularity (and possible pitfalls) ✅ Canada's missed opportunities in trade, intellectual

The Prime Rate Drops—But at What Cost? Canada’s prime rate just dropped by 25 basis points, and while that sounds like great news for borrowers, there’s more to the story. Tariff disputes, market instability, and new U.S. travel restrictions for Canadians could shake things up. What does this mean for real estate? Will lower rates boost the economy? How do trade tensions im

Interest rates in Canada are falling faster than expected, but will this be enough to revive the real estate market? In this episode, we break down: Toronto & Canadian Real Estate: The sales-to-new listings ratio is at 33%, active listings are up 76% YoY, and prices are dipping slightly. Are we officially in a buyer’s market? Falling Interest Rates: BMO & RBC predict deep

Major Economic Changes Ahead! What Does It Mean for You? From Trump’s proposed tariffs to Canada’s Liberal leadership race, big shifts are happening that could impact your investments, mortgage rates, and cost of living. In this video, we break down: Trump’s Tariffs: How a 25% import tax could shake Canada’s economy. Liberal Leadership Race: What new policies could mean for

Will the Bank of Canada finally cut interest rates? The latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) numbers are out, and they could be signaling a major shift in the mortgage market. In this episode, we break down: What does the new CPI data mean for inflation and interest rates How homeowners, buyers, and investors should react Whether now is the time to lock in a mortgage or wait for lowe

In this episode of Make Money Count, we break down how U.S. tariffs are driving inflation and impacting the global economy. We discuss: ✅ Why tariffs are pushing consumer prices higher ✅ The ripple effects on industries like auto manufacturing and healthcare ✅ What this means for Canadian businesses and homeowners Plus, we analyze the Federal Reserve's stance and how these tr

In this eye-opening episode of the Make Money Podcast, Toronto City Councillor Brad Bradford & Marcus discuss the city’s $18.8 billion budget, exposing hidden inefficiencies, mismanaged funds, and bureaucratic hurdles that are holding Toronto back. What You’ll Learn: The REAL reason behind Toronto’s skyrocketing property taxes How the city mismanages over $30 billion i

In this episode, Marcus & Justin discuss the far-reaching effects of U.S. tariffs on the global economy, particularly focusing on real estate and interest rates. From the aggressive tariff strategies under President Trump to the economic uncertainty that impacts markets, we break down how these policies could shape the future of real estate in North America. We also discuss Can

Welcome to this episode of Make Money Count! The BoC lowered its key rate by 25 basis points, bringing the prime rate down to 5.2%—and more cuts are expected! What does this mean for homeowners, investors, and borrowers? Variable vs. Fixed Rate Mortgages – Should you break your fixed rate? HELOC & Line of Credit Rates Rising – What you need to know Housing Market Outloo