Stress Test Calculator 2020
Canada’s most transparent stress-testing calculatorMarch 13th, 2020 Update
Mortgage Stress Test Changes Scheduled for April Suspended
As of March 13th, 2020, a previously announced change to the mortgage stress test for insured mortgages has been suspended. The proposed changes were announced on Februrary 18th, 2020 by Minister Morneau and included a change to the Benchmark Rate for insured mortgages to be set to the weekly median 5-year fixed insured mortgage rate as calculated by the Bank of Canada plus an additional 200 basis points, to take effect April 6th, 2020. These changes are now suspended.
The Benchmark Rate for insured mortgages will continue to be the 5-Year Benchmark Rate currently at 5.19% until further notice.
The Benchmark Rate for uninsured mortgages was not part of the proposed changes and will continue to remain at the 5-Year Benchmark Rate of 5.19%.
Mortgage Terms
Purchase PricehelpThe purchase price of your home.
The purchase price of your home.
$ 500,000
Down PaymenthelpThe amount paid upfront. In Canada, the minimum down payment is 5%. Mortgage default insurance (commonly referred to as CMHC insurance) is required for down payments under 20%.
The amount paid upfront. In Canada, the minimum down payment is 5%. Mortgage default insurance (commonly referred to as CMHC insurance) is required for down payments under 20%.
20% = $100,000
Interest RatehelpThe annual interest rate on the mortgage loan amount. A lower interest rate can drastically reduce your mortgage payments.
The annual interest rate on the mortgage loan amount. A lower interest rate can drastically reduce your mortgage payments.
3.00 % 2.29%*Get This Low RateOur Rate (5 Yr. fixed)
Amortization Period
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Annual Household Income
Enter your annual income before taxes.
Gross Income: $00
Estimated Net Income: $00
Where are you looking to buy?
What type of home are you looking for?
Condo Apt.
Townhouse
Detached House
Not DecidedMonthly Non-Housing Expenses
Enter your average monthly expenses in each of the above categories, excluding any housing-related expenses. Exclude your heating costs from your utility bill total.
Monthly Debt PaymentshelpSome examples include: Credit Card, Student Loan, Car Payment, etc.
Some examples include: Credit Card, Student Loan, Car Payment, etc.
$ 0
Enter your average monthly payment. If you have multiple sources of debt, enter the total for your household.
* Rates shown are on approved credit and subject to change without notice.