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Congratulations. You’re finally able to afford that mortgage for the house of your dreams, and you’re ready to start your search for the perfect home and the right mortgage to…
Fixed vs. variable – which mortgage rate is right for you?
There can be a lot of jargon in the mortgage process, and keeping track of the different products, different dates and different rates can be tough. And because it’s such…
5 mortgage FAQs answered by an expert (Janessa)
Ah mortgages, a topic near and dear to my heart. Being a relationship manager means that a big part of my job is helping people find the right mortgage. And…
How porting your mortgage can save you money
Are you in your forever home? Do you plan to move sometime soon? Regardless of which life stage you’re in, as a homeowner, the option to port or move your…
Understanding new mortgage rules
In late 2024, the federal government announced new mortgage rules that could make homeownership more accessible, particularly for first-time buyers. If you’re thinking about buying a home or planning for…
Wondering where to start to save up for a down payment?
Buying a home is possibly the biggest purchase you’ll ever make. Beyond shopping for a great rate and figuring out what your new monthly budget could look like, you need to…
Debt consolidation: managing your finances during economic uncertainty
You don’t need to be keeping an especially close eye on the news to know that we’re living through a challenging and unpredictable economic climate. Canadians are experiencing a cost…
What could lower prime rates mean for your mortgage?
Several of the last Bank of Canada announcements have revealed a slow decrease in prime interest rates since June of last year. This has left many Canadians wondering what…
What you can do to manage the impact of US tariffs
We understand that recent headlines around U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods have raised some concerns. And with another announcement expected from President Trump on April 2nd, concerns are climbing even…
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