by Tribe Financial | Mar 21, 2019 | Finance, Homeownership
As a first-time homebuyer, you can use all the financial help you can get! That’s why it’s important to be aware of the various programs available to offset homebuying costs as well as help fund your down payment, which can prove challenging. 5 Key Programs to Keep in...
by Tribe Financial | Mar 1, 2019 | Blog, Finance
Debt is a big concern for many Canadians, especially since the cost of living is often rising quicker than our salaries. Although we do our best to be fiscally responsible and smart money managers, it isn’t always easy. Unforeseen circumstances and life situations...
by Tribe Financial | Feb 8, 2019 | Blog, Finance
If you’re thinking of buying a home in the next few months or even in the coming years, it’s never too early to start saving for your down payment – a critical step in the homebuying process. There are many ways you can save for your down payment, and the more you can...
by Tribe Financial | Nov 26, 2018 | Blog, Finance
If you’ve missed a payment on your credit card (or line of credit) and you’re wondering how this will impact your creditworthiness down the road, this article is for you. But before we get started, if you have an overdue balance on any of your credit cards...
by Tribe Financial | Aug 16, 2018 | Announcements, Blog, Finance, Mortgage
Along with employment stability, and downpayment/equity, your credit score and how you manage your credit is a huge factor in qualifying for a mortgage. If you want the best interest rates available on the market, the higher your credit score the better. However, if...
by Tribe Financial | Aug 2, 2018 | Blog, Finance, Homeownership, Mortgage
This should come as no surprise, but sometimes life throws you a financial curveball. Bankruptcy and consumer proposals happen. It doesn’t mean your life is over, and it doesn’t mean you won’t ever qualify for a mortgage again. The key here is to get...