by Julie Dugas | Sep 20, 2019 | Blog, Economy, Finance, Homeownership, Mortgage
More Canadians than ever before have become familiar with private mortgage options after feeling the effects of the stringent stress test mortgage qualification rules introduced in January 2018. While private mortgages have been around for many years, they were...
by Julie Dugas | Sep 13, 2019 | Blog, Economy, Finance, Homeownership
You Can Finance Your Home & Cover Reno Costs Together You Can Finance Your Home & Cover Reno Costs Together Buying a move-in ready home isn’t for everyone. In fact, many people fall in love with a house because of, not in spite of, its need for...
by Julie Dugas | Sep 6, 2019 | Blog, Finance, Homeownership
Are you thinking of doing some home improvements and wondering how to pay for them? As a homeowner, you’ll be glad to know that your mortgage agent can help you access funds through the equity in your home. With house prices on the rise, more and more people...
by Julie Dugas | Aug 13, 2019 | Blog, Finance, Homeownership, Mortgage
Buying a home is likely the largest financial commitment you’ll make throughout your lifetime. That’s why it’s so important to do everything in your power to make an informed purchase every time you buy property. Ensuring the proper financing process is...
by Julie Dugas | Jul 26, 2019 | Blog, Finance, Homeownership, Mortgage
Breaking your mortgage before your term is up can have significant financial consequences. That’s why it’s important to weigh all of your options before taking action to ensure it’s in your best financial interest. What are payout penalties? Lenders make money...
by Julie Dugas | Jul 19, 2019 | Blog, Finance, Homeownership, Mortgage
This is a commonly-asked question, since mortgage agents/brokers and appraisers aren’t authorized to provide a copy of the real estate appraisal report to the homebuyer/homeowner even though you’ve likely paid to have it completed. This is mainly because the...