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Why Local Expertise Matters When Getting a Mortgage
When most people think about mortgages, the first thing that comes to mind is the interest rate. And while rates are important, they’re only one piece of the puzzle. What many homebuyers don’t realize is that lenders don’t look at every property or market in the same...
Tax-Efficient Isn’t Always Mortgage-Efficient
Being your own boss definitely comes with benefits, including flexibility, independence and the ability to build something on your own terms. But when you’re buying a home, self-employment can make securing a mortgage more challenging. Traditional lenders often rely...
Mortgage Renewal: Should You Stay or Switch Lenders?
When your mortgage term comes to an end, you’ll face an important decision: Should you renew with your current lender or switch to a new one? While it may seem like a straightforward process, this choice can have a significant impact on your financial future, so it’s...
How Your Home Equity Can Support Your Children’s Future
If you’re a homeowner, you may have more financial flexibility than you realize – especially when it comes to supporting your children. Whether they’re ready to buy their first home or heading off to college or university, the equity in your home could play a key role...
What the Latest Housing Market Report Means for Homebuyers & Homeowners
If you're thinking about buying a home, renewing your mortgage or just trying to make sense of where the market is headed, you’re not alone. Every year, Mortgage Professionals Canada releases a report that takes the pulse of Canadians – how we’re feeling about...
Proposed New Build GST Rebate Could Save First-Time Homebuyers Thousands
There’s good news for first-time homebuyers! On May 27th, 2025, the federal government introduced legislation to provide a 100% rebate on the 5% GST (federal portion of HST) for first-time buyers of new or substantially renovated homes up to $1 million – potentially...
What First-Time Homebuyers Need to Know in 2025
If you’re buying your first home in 2025, you’re not alone in feeling the weight of the process. According to the latest Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) Mortgage Consumer Survey, first-time buyers are taking a thoughtful, long-term approach – and...
Why Including Conditions in Your Offer to Purchase is Crucial
When buying a home – especially in competitive markets – it can be tempting to make a “clean” offer (one without conditions) to appeal to the seller. But, be sure to listen to your mortgage agent and always thinking twice before waiving key conditions. These clauses...
What First-Time Homebuyers Need to Know in 2025
If you’re buying your first home in 2025, you’re not alone in feeling the weight of the process. According to the latest Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) Mortgage Consumer Survey, first-time buyers are taking a thoughtful, long-term approach – and...
Why Including Conditions in Your Offer to Purchase is Crucial
When buying a home – especially in competitive markets – it can be tempting to make a “clean” offer (one without conditions) to appeal to the seller. But, be sure to listen to your mortgage agent and always thinking twice before waiving key conditions. These clauses...
Gather These Documents When Applying for a Mortgage
Applying for a mortgage can feel overwhelming, especially if you’re a first-time homebuyer, but being prepared helps ensure a much smoother and faster process. Just one missing document can add a lot of time and stress to your homebuying journey. One of the best ways...
Have You Opened a First Home Savings Account?
Young Canadians are jumping on first home savings accounts (FHSAs) as a way to help finance their homeownership dreams. In its debut year, nearly half a million Canadians opened an FHSA, according to fresh tax filing data from Statistics Canada. And it’s not...
Struggling with Mortgage Payments? Your Mortgage Agent Can Help!
In today’s economic climate, many Canadians are feeling the pinch of rising mortgage payments and overall affordability. If you’re finding it hard to keep up with your mortgage, rest assured, you’re not alone. The good news is that there are several steps you can take...
Could You Benefit from a Portable Mortgage?
A portable mortgage can be a game-changer for homebuyers and homeowners, particularly if you’re anticipating changes in your housing needs and require extra flexibility before your term is up. It’s important to be aware that not all mortgages come equipped with this...
Helping a Loved One Buy a Home? You’re Not Alone!
With rising home prices and increased costs of living, more Canadians are relying on assistance from family and friends to help make homeownership a reality. A recent report from CIBC says that 31% of first-time homebuyers received financial support from family...
Thinking of Renovating? Home Equity May Be the Most Cost-Effective Funding
Planning renovations that make your home more user-friendly and comfortable for your family is exciting. Using home equity to fund these projects may be an excellent financial strategy as you won’t have to tap into savings or take on high-interest debt. Home equity is...
How Can a Mortgage Co-Signer Help You Buy a Home?
There are a number of reasons that could cause you to be turned down for a mortgage. Fortunately, a mortgage co-signer may be the extra boost you need to get you into your own home as soon as possible. The most commonly accepted co-signers are parents or other close...
Savings Strategies for Your Mortgage
As a homeowner or prospective homebuyer, your mortgage is likely one of the largest financial commitments you’ll ever make. That’s why it’s important to work with a mortgage agent who can offer strategies for you to save money throughout the life of your mortgage....
New Year, New Financial Hope
The beginning of a new year offers hope for a fresh start to many aspects of our lives, including our finances. Refinancing your mortgage and putting your home equity to use may be the best way for you to start the new year off right and help build future wealth....
Would the Loud Budgeting Concept Help You Save for a Down Payment?
For many Canadians, buying a first home is an important milestone that requires careful planning and substantial savings for a down payment in order to achieve. With the rising cost of housing and living expenses, however, saving enough money can feel like an...
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