Advice for Single Homebuyers

General Kimberly Coutts 18 Apr

Advice for Single Homebuyers. Buying a home is an exciting experience for anyone, and even more of a milestone when you’re doing it solo, but it can be a little different when you’re purchasing on your own. While it can be easier to tailor your mortgage and home search to exactly your needs, it can […]

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The Real Deal about Transfers and Switches

General Kimberly Coutts 18 Apr

The Real Deal about Transfers and Switches. Most people who are thinking about a transfer or switch want to take advantage of a lower interest rate or to get a new mortgage product with terms that better suits their needs. Up for Renewal? If your mortgage is approaching renewal and you are considering a transfer […]

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Getting a Mortgage After Bankruptcy

General Kimberly Coutts 11 Apr

Getting a Mortgage After Bankruptcy. If you have had to declare bankruptcy, you may be wondering what is next. Bankruptcy is not a financial death sentence. In fact, there are a few things you can do after declaring bankruptcy to help reset your financial status and get a mortgage in the future. While there is […]

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Self-Employed and Seeking a Mortgage

General Kimberly Coutts 11 Apr

Self-Employed and Seeking a Mortgage. Approximately 20% of Canadians are self-employed, making this an important segment in the mortgage and financing space. When it comes to self-employed individuals seeking a mortgage, there are some key things to note as this process can differ from the standard mortgage. Qualifying for a Mortgage In order to obtain […]

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What to Know about Porting Your Mortgage.

General Kimberly Coutts 4 Apr

What to Know about Porting Your Mortgage. When it comes to getting a mortgage, one of the more overlooked elements is the option to be able to port the loan down the line. Porting your mortgage is an option within your mortgage agreement, which enables you to move to another property without having to lose […]

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Make Your Mortgage Work for You.

General Kimberly Coutts 4 Apr

Make Your Mortgage Work for You. When it comes to mortgages, it can be easy to get overwhelmed by the sheer number of options! Fortunately, we are here to help! Below are some of the mortgage details that you should understand to ensure that you are getting the best mortgage for YOU: Interest Rate Type […]

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What is the First Time Homebuyer Incentive?

General Kimberly Coutts 29 Mar

What is the First Time Homebuyer Incentive?. The first-time homebuyer incentive program is a shared-equity mortgage with the Canadian government that helps qualified first-time buyers reduce their monthly mortgage payments to better afford a home! The Incentive: This program allows you to obtain an incentive from the government to assist with your down payment, thereby lowering […]

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What is an Uninsurable Mortgage?

General Kimberly Coutts 29 Mar

What is an Uninsurable Mortgage?. When it comes to mortgages, insurance is necessary to protect the lender on these types of loans, which deal in large sums of money. There are three different tiers relating to insurance, which all have different minimum down payment amounts and varying premium insurance fees. Insured mortgages have a less than 20% […]

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So, You Want To Be A Landlord?

General Kimberly Coutts 15 Mar

So, You Want To Be A Landlord?. Are you dreaming about owning a rental property and making some extra income each month? Before diving into becoming a landlord, there are some things you should know from the advantages and disadvantages to some tips when it comes to buying a rental property. Advantages of Owning a […]

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Change of Address Checklist.

General Kimberly Coutts 15 Mar

So, you’re moving! Before you hunker down in your new home, there are a few things you will want to take care of regarding your new address. Personal Contacts First and foremost, if you haven’t yet, make sure to tell all your personal contacts about your address change, including: Relatives Friends Employer Schools, colleges, universities, […]

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