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New Mortgage Refinancing Rules to Help Homeowners Build Secondary Suites
We’re welcoming news of many important mortgage changes coming into effect in the next few months. The latest announcement by the federal government will see mortgage changes rolled out aimed at addressing the housing shortage by supporting the construction of...
Great News for Mortgage Renewals!
Homeowners who switch lenders when your mortgage term is up for renewal will no longer be subject to stress-test rules – which add a 2% rate surcharge when qualifying your mortgage – as of November 21st, 2024. This change provides added flexibility so your mortgage...
Federal Gov’t Announces Boldest Mortgage Reform in Decades!
The federal government unveiled huge changes to Canada’s mortgage system September 16th, 2024 aimed at helping make homeownership more attainable for first-time homebuyers as well as Canadians purchasing newly-built homes. This is exciting news for homebuyers,...
Positive Interest Rate News!
We’re finally getting some great news on the inflation – and, consequently, the interest rate – front! Canada’s inflation rate continued its downward trajectory in July, with the headline Consumer Price Index (CPI) slowing to 2.5%, according to Statistics Canada. This...
Should You Pay Your Property Taxes with Your Mortgage?
If you’re a first-time homebuyer, chances are, your lender will require you to pay property taxes as part of your mortgage payments. Still, many people continue to pay them like this throughout their time as mortgage holders. Once you’re no longer required to pay...
10 Tips for Saving Your Down Payment on a Home
Saving for a down payment on a home can be challenging but, with careful planning and discipline, this important milestone will become much more easily achievable. Following are 10 helpful tips to get you started on your homeownership journey as soon as possible. 1....
Have You Thought About Buying a Place for Your Post-Secondary Children?
College and university residence spaces and local rental opportunities are tight in many areas with concentrated amounts of student population. That’s why it may be a great idea to consider buying a home for your child and their friends/roommates to live in while...
Signs to Look for to Help Prevent Mortgage Fraud
Mortgage fraud is a serious issue in Canada that is becoming extremely sophisticated, and can lead to significant financial loss and long-term complications for borrowers. To safeguard against this threat, as a potential homebuyer or mortgage borrower, there are...
Have You Thought About Buying a Place for Your Post-Secondary Children?
College and university residence spaces and local rental opportunities are tight in many areas with concentrated amounts of student population. That’s why it may be a great idea to consider buying a home for your child and their friends/roommates to live in while...
Signs to Look for to Help Prevent Mortgage Fraud
Mortgage fraud is a serious issue in Canada that is becoming extremely sophisticated, and can lead to significant financial loss and long-term complications for borrowers. To safeguard against this threat, as a potential homebuyer or mortgage borrower, there are...
How Does a Private Mortgage Compare to a Traditional Mortgage?
Private mortgage options have become increasingly more popular thanks to stringent stress test mortgage qualification rules required by traditional lenders such as banks, increased inflation and higher interest rates. It’s just one more option your mortgage agent can...
How to Increase Your Credit Score
When it comes to improving your credit score, your mortgage agent can be an invaluable ally. A higher credit score not only qualifies you for better mortgage rates, but it also opens the door to a variety of financial opportunities. Let’s face it, sometimes life...
Your Mortgage Agent Can Help When Buying an Investment Property
Real estate has proven to be a sound long-term investment. If you’re thinking about buying an investment property, consulting with your trusted mortgage agent is a terrific place to start. Your agent can play a crucial role by providing valuable expertise throughout...
Federal Budget Perks for First-Time Homebuyers & New Mortgage Fraud Measures
April 2024 has been an active month for news impacting mortgage borrowers! The 2024 federal budget contained some benefits for first-time homebuyers, which is a step in the right direction. In addition, the federal government announced big plans the mortgage industry...
Have You Taken Advantage of the First Home Savings Account?
Saving for a down payment is often one of the greatest barriers to homeownership. Fortunately, a First Home Savings Account (FHSA) encourages Canadians to intentionally plan ahead for your entrance into the housing market. First introduced by the federal government...
Calculating Your First-Time Homebuyer Budget
Buying your first home is extremely exciting, but it also takes a lot of planning, including building a realistic budget that helps ensure you can afford to carry all the expenses that come along with homeownership. Here are the key homebuying costs to include in your...
An Annual Mortgage Review Can Maximize Your Savings
For many homeowners, securing a mortgage is a significant financial milestone. But, it’s just as important to regularly review and optimize that mortgage. This is where your mortgage agent becomes even more invaluable – proactively looking out for your best interests...
Planning Some Home Renovations? Ask Your Mortgage Agent About Financing!
Are you thinking of giving your home a makeover this year? Using your home equity may be the most economical financing solution to get the kitchen of your dreams or a spa bathroom retreat. And your mortgage agent can help guide you through this process. Home equity is...
How Does a Gifted Down Payment Work?
Owning a home is a major milestone for many Canadians, but the financial hurdle of coming up with a sufficient down payment can be a significant barrier. To address this, some aspiring homeowners turn to the concept of a gifted down payment – a strategy that can make...
Why it’s Important to Use a Mortgage Agent When Buying Your First Home
Becoming a first-time homebuyer is an exciting yet sometimes daunting experience, especially when navigating the complex world of mortgages on your own. Many first-time homebuyers find themselves overwhelmed by the pure volume of options available. Fortunately, your...
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