by Julie Dugas | Jan 17, 2020 | Blog, Economy, Finance, Homeownership, Mortgage
No one enters into a marriage thinking that one day the relationship may end. Unfortunately, the startling statistic is that 38% of all marriages in Canada end in divorce. Getting married and buying a home are two of life’s most significant milestones, so the...
by Julie Dugas | Jan 10, 2020 | Blog, Economy, Finance, Homeownership, Mortgage
Buying a home is one of the largest financial investments of your lifetime. And while owning real estate brings with it a sense of stability, achievement and a dream come true, it’s not without a certain element of risk. Mortgage fraud is a growing problem in...
by Julie Dugas | Jan 3, 2020 | Blog, Finance, Homeownership, Mortgage
There’s no doubt that your home is an extremely valuable investment – not only because of what it offers in terms of a place for you and your family to live, grow and prosper, but also thanks to the flexibility it provides for tapping into your ever-growing equity. ...
by Julie Dugas | Oct 18, 2019 | Blog, Finance, Homeownership, Mortgage
Historically, real estate has proven to be a sound investment option. Nowadays, with rental properties scarce and rental fees through the roof, investing in real estate could be considered a great option, especially if you cater to the right demographic in the right...
by Julie Dugas | Oct 11, 2019 | Blog, Finance, Homeownership, Mortgage
If you’re a Canadian homeowner who’s at least 55 years old, a reverse mortgage may be able to provide a number of solutions for you, including supplementing your current income while you continue to live in your home to help you enjoy a more fulfilling retirement....
by Julie Dugas | Oct 4, 2019 | Blog, Finance, Homeownership, Mortgage
Sometimes, you may just need an added boost to qualify for the loan amount required to get you into your new home, particularly following the introduction of tighter mortgage qualification rules. If you’re experiencing difficulty meeting traditional lender...