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As of January 1, 2018, mortgages in Canada need to meet new requirements. If you're in the market, either as a buyer or a seller, it's important to…
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Getting a down-payment might be easier than you think. For many first-time home buyers, saving the 5 per cent down-payment is one of the…
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Bank of Canada Increases Benchmark Rate The Bank of Canada has recently announced that it is raising the overnight rate .25 per cent given…
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Although mortgage debt is ‘smart’ debt, buying your first home is a huge financial decision and there is a lot to think about. It’s…
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Not all debt is created equal – and not all debt is bad. In fact, you need some debt to establish a good credit…
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Do you want to increase the comfort and enjoyment of your home because you’re planning to be there for the foreseeable future? If your…
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Did winter sneak up on you this year? It’s okay! There’s still time to winterize your home so it ready to take on the…
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It’s the most wonderful time of year. While most of us would associate the Holidays with shopping it isn't the only thing on certain…
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New mortgage rules start January 1, 2018. Unfortunately, this might affect your ability to use your home equity to consolidate your high-interest debt into…
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When your mortgage comes up for renewal, your lender will send you a letter suggesting you renew at their current offer. If you do,…
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