by Karen Wotherspoon | Sep 1, 2023 | Blog, Mortgage
When mortgage qualification rules tighten up and/or interest rates rise, you may require a mortgage co-signer to qualify for the loan amount required to get you into your new home. Additionally, if you’re experiencing difficulty meeting traditional lender...
by Karen Wotherspoon | Aug 18, 2023 | Blog, Homeownership, Mortgage
With all of the rate increases over the past year – following several years of historically low rates – many mortgage borrowers are concerned about increased mortgage payments, regardless of whether they’re currently in a fixed-rate or variable-rate mortgage. In many...
by Karen Wotherspoon | Aug 4, 2023 | Blog, Mortgage
During the red-hot Canadian real estate market spurred by the pandemic where bidding wars were pretty much expected, it was virtually impossible to get an Offer to Purchase accepted that contained important conditions to protect the buyer when making among the largest...
by Karen Wotherspoon | Jul 28, 2023 | Blog, Mortgage
A lot has changed since your last mortgage term began thanks to high inflation leading to increased interest rates – following years of historic lows. That’s why it’s important to review all options before your renewal date. Step one is to speak with your mortgage...
by Karen Wotherspoon | Jul 7, 2023 | Blog, Homeownership, Mortgage
Looking to buy your first home? Saving up for your down payment can seem virtually impossible unless you have a plan in place. Fortunately, there are more savings options available today than ever before. There are three main savings accounts you can use to your...
by Karen Wotherspoon | Jun 20, 2023 | Blog, Finance, Mortgage
As Canadian households grapple with mounting debt and rising interest rates, one area seems to be holding steady amidst the storm: mortgages. While credit cards and vehicle loans experience a worrisome increase in delinquency rates, mortgages have managed to maintain...
by Karen Wotherspoon | Jun 2, 2023 | Blog, Homeownership, Mortgage
A lot can change over the course of your mortgage term – regardless of its length – including your income, debt load and interest rates, to name a few. That’s why it’s important to undergo a free annual mortgage checkup with your mortgage agent to ensure you’re saving...
by Karen Wotherspoon | May 19, 2023 | Blog, Finance
If your credit has taken a hit due to missed or late payments, high debt levels, etc, there are things you can do to help repair it. The key is to start right away. The longer you leave it in disrepair, the worse your credit situation will become. And, as we know,...
by Karen Wotherspoon | May 5, 2023 | Blog, Homeownership, Mortgage
Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) expects home prices to bottom out this year, but they aren’t expected to fall below pre-pandemic levels. That was the takeaway from the agency’s spring Housing Market Outlook, which said weaker growth and higher mortgage...
by Karen Wotherspoon | Apr 21, 2023 | Blog, Homeownership
First-time homebuyers can now take advantage of an extra downpayment savings tool as of April 3rd, 2023 in the form of the First Home Savings Account (FHSA) courtesy of the federal government. The FHSA combines the benefits of both a registered retirement savings plan...
