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Unfortunately, no – you can’t return your mortgage like a pair of jeans that didn’t fit. But, the good news is, with a free mortgage checkup, you could save big in 2025! Your mortgage is likely your biggest financial commitment, ...

Purchasing your first home is a thrilling milestone, but it can also come with its fair share of challenges and questions. As a first-time buyer, you may be wondering about the resources and programs available to help make your dream ...

Just when borrowers were celebrating the removal of OSFI’s stress test for uninsured mortgage switches, BMO changed course. The bank has reversed course, reinstating the strict qualification rules that many hoped were gone for good. Recent changes in mortgage stress ...

As we step into 2025, the world of real estate is shifting, bringing new opportunities—and challenges—for homebuyers and sellers. Whether it’s navigating tricky transactions, figuring out what a home is really worth, or finding the right neighbourhood, one thing is ...

As we settle into the cozy fall season, November brings Financial Literacy Month—a great reminder to focus on improving our financial understanding and choices. This month let’s explore strategies to save time and money! Refinancing Your Mortgage Refinancing your mortgage ...

If you’re gearing up to buy a home, it’s wise to start preparing early. Certain aspects, like securing a mortgage, finding a real estate agent, and organizing your finances, require some lead time. Here are five easy tips to help ...

Home inspections play a crucial role in the home buying process, yet some may question their necessity. Despite not being mandatory, their value is significant. Here’s why home inspections should be a priority and the risks of overlooking them. In ...

Are you considering entering the housing market as a buyer? Using a Mortgage Agent can significantly improve your market experience, reducing stress and difficulty. While it’s not mandatory to use a Mortgage Agent, their services can make navigating the market ...

1. Buying a New Property: If you intend to use the equity from selling your current property to purchase a new one, you’ll likely need a new mortgage. Don’t assume that previous mortgage approval guarantees you the same outcome this ...

For a while, prospective buyers have been stalling their decision to purchase real estate due to the fear of higher interest rates. While at first thought this does seem like a good idea. But people aren’t paying attention to is ...

Approximately half of Canada’s current mortgage landscape is set to undergo renewal in 2025 or 2026, a consequence of the unprecedented real estate surge during the COVID-19 pandemic, marked by historically low interest rates. Analysts anticipate a staggering $251 billion ...

 Prospective buyers have been stalling their decision to purchase real estate due to the fear of higher interest rates. While at first thought this does seem like a good idea. But people aren’t paying attention to is the fact that ...

If you’re grappling with holiday debt this month, rest assured, you’re not alone. Overspending during the holidays is a common scenario, and many find themselves in similar financial situations as the new year unfolds. The good news is there are ...

This is the fourth month in comparing financing a home in April 2022 VS December 2023. To help shed light on financing a home in our current market, I have decided to continue the comparison.  Below are comparisons for all ...

Variable rate mortgage products are experiencing a growth in popularity, marking a significant trend in the mortgage industry. This growth is attributed to Canadians’ anticipation of forthcoming interest rate shifts this year. Here’s the breakdown of why this is happening ...