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Selling a Home Without a Tarion Warranty? Read This First!
Tarion warranties protect buyers, but what you don't know as a seller could cost you. If you're selling a home without a Tarion warranty,…
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The Qualifying Rate: What You Need To Know
You’re probably aware that there have been many mortgage rule changes over the last several years, and you’re almost certainly affected whether you’re an…
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How To Avoid These 7 Mistakes Made by First-Time Home Buyers
Many first-time home buyers are extremely eager to stop renting and get into a home of their own. Unfortunately, that means that they often…
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Pre-Approval vs. Approval: Not Knowing the Difference Could Cost You
You've found your dream home: the perfect neighborhood, great schools, a beautiful kitchen, spacious rooms, ideal square footage. When you go to put in…
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One Size Does Not Fit All, When It Comes To Your Mortgage
Imagine, if you will, that while making your next car purchase you walked on the car lot and find only two cars to pick…
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How To Get A Mortgage While You Work On Improving Your Credit
Banks own the vast majority of loans in Canada. In fact, many people believe that banks are their only lending options. But did you…
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Collateral vs. Standard Charge Mortgages
It’s important to understand the differences between a collateral and standard charge mortgage. Simply put, they are suited to different needs and if you…
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Jump Into Homeownership
Thinking about buying your first home? This may be your golden moment. So go ahead - jump in! Mortgage rates are still very attractive,…
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Solving Insolvency Issues – Mortgage Brokers to the Rescue
There are many options when managing insolvency, but the two that are most extreme are declaring bankruptcy and submitting a consumer proposal. Both eliminate…
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