by Karen Wotherspoon | Jul 5, 2024 | Blog, Homeownership
College and university residence spaces and local rental opportunities are tight in many areas with concentrated amounts of student population. That’s why it may be a great idea to consider buying a home for your child and their friends/roommates to live in while...
by Karen Wotherspoon | Jun 21, 2024 | Blog, Homeownership
Mortgage fraud is a serious issue in Canada that is becoming extremely sophisticated, and can lead to significant financial loss and long-term complications for borrowers. To safeguard against this threat, as a potential homebuyer or mortgage borrower, there are...
by Karen Wotherspoon | Jun 7, 2024 | Announcements, Homeownership, Mortgage
Private mortgage options have become increasingly more popular thanks to stringent stress test mortgage qualification rules required by traditional lenders such as banks, increased inflation and higher interest rates. It’s just one more option your mortgage agent can...
by Karen Wotherspoon | May 17, 2024 | Blog, Finance
When it comes to improving your credit score, your mortgage agent can be an invaluable ally. A higher credit score not only qualifies you for better mortgage rates, but it also opens the door to a variety of financial opportunities. Let’s face it, sometimes life...
by Karen Wotherspoon | May 3, 2024 | Blog, Finance
Real estate has proven to be a sound long-term investment. If you’re thinking about buying an investment property, consulting with your trusted mortgage agent is a terrific place to start. Your agent can play a crucial role by providing valuable expertise throughout...
by Karen Wotherspoon | Apr 19, 2024 | Blog, Homeownership
April 2024 has been an active month for news impacting mortgage borrowers! The 2024 federal budget contained some benefits for first-time homebuyers, which is a step in the right direction. In addition, the federal government announced big plans the mortgage industry...
by Karen Wotherspoon | Apr 5, 2024 | Blog, Homeownership
Saving for a down payment is often one of the greatest barriers to homeownership. Fortunately, a First Home Savings Account (FHSA) encourages Canadians to intentionally plan ahead for your entrance into the housing market. First introduced by the federal government...
by Karen Wotherspoon | Mar 15, 2024 | Blog, Homeownership
Buying your first home is extremely exciting, but it also takes a lot of planning, including building a realistic budget that helps ensure you can afford to carry all the expenses that come along with homeownership. Here are the key homebuying costs to include in your...
by Karen Wotherspoon | Mar 1, 2024 | Blog, Mortgage
For many homeowners, securing a mortgage is a significant financial milestone. But, it’s just as important to regularly review and optimize that mortgage. This is where your mortgage agent becomes even more invaluable – proactively looking out for your best interests...
by Karen Wotherspoon | Feb 17, 2024 | Blog, Homeownership
Are you thinking of giving your home a makeover this year? Using your home equity may be the most economical financing solution to get the kitchen of your dreams or a spa bathroom retreat. And your mortgage agent can help guide you through this process. Home equity is...
