by Karen Wotherspoon | Feb 21, 2025 | Blog, Homeownership
Planning renovations that make your home more user-friendly and comfortable for your family is exciting. Using home equity to fund these projects may be an excellent financial strategy as you won’t have to tap into savings or take on high-interest debt. Home equity is...
by Karen Wotherspoon | Feb 7, 2025 | Blog, Mortgage
There are a number of reasons that could cause you to be turned down for a mortgage. Fortunately, a mortgage co-signer may be the extra boost you need to get you into your own home as soon as possible. The most commonly accepted co-signers are parents or other close...
by Karen Wotherspoon | Jan 21, 2025 | Blog, Mortgage
As a homeowner or prospective homebuyer, your mortgage is likely one of the largest financial commitments you’ll ever make. That’s why it’s important to work with a mortgage agent who can offer strategies for you to save money throughout the life of your mortgage....
by Karen Wotherspoon | Jan 3, 2025 | Blog, Finance
The beginning of a new year offers hope for a fresh start to many aspects of our lives, including our finances. Refinancing your mortgage and putting your home equity to use may be the best way for you to start the new year off right and help build future wealth....
by Karen Wotherspoon | Dec 20, 2024 | Blog
For many Canadians, buying a first home is an important milestone that requires careful planning and substantial savings for a down payment in order to achieve. With the rising cost of housing and living expenses, however, saving enough money can feel like an...