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What’s an Alternative Mortgage Lender?

What’s an Alternative Mortgage Lender?

by Karen Wotherspoon | Jan 15, 2021 | Blog, Economy, Finance, Homeownership, Mortgage

It’s always great to have an alternative option, right?! This theory holds true when it comes to your mortgage choices as well – the broader selection your mortgage agent offers, the more likely you’ll be to secure a mortgage that meets your unique needs.   An...
Don’t Forget Monthly Carrying Costs When Buying a Home

Don’t Forget Monthly Carrying Costs When Buying a Home

by Karen Wotherspoon | Dec 18, 2020 | Blog, Finance, Homeownership, Mortgage

Ensuring homeownership remains an affordable option stretches well beyond monthly mortgage payments. There are numerous recurring expenses known as ‘carrying costs’ that help you maintain your investment and, therefore, must be factored into your budget to avoid...
How Do I Know How Much I Can Spend on a Home?

How Do I Know How Much I Can Spend on a Home?

by Karen Wotherspoon | Dec 5, 2020 | Blog, Economy, Finance, Homeownership

Determining what you can comfortably afford to spend on a home is important to define well before you head out home shopping. Otherwise, you could waste time looking at homes that stretch you outside your financial comfort zone or, worse yet, are completely beyond...
Why Do We Pay Property Taxes?

Why Do We Pay Property Taxes?

by Karen Wotherspoon | Oct 16, 2020 | Blog, Economy, Finance, Homeownership

Property taxes are levied to homeowners as a way to help maintain services in your community that ensure your neighbourhood continues to thrive and remain an attractive place to live and work.   Property taxes represent a key source of funding for municipalities...
Mortgage Default Insurance Helps You Buy a Home Sooner

Mortgage Default Insurance Helps You Buy a Home Sooner

by Karen Wotherspoon | Sep 18, 2020 | Blog, Finance, Mortgage

One of the most challenging obstacles toMortgage Default Insurance Helps You Buy a Home Soonership is saving enough money for a down payment. Thankfully, mortgage default insurance provides a break to homebuyers that enables you to put less money down.   The...
The Canadian Real Estate Market is Hot!

The Canadian Real Estate Market is Hot!

by Karen Wotherspoon | Aug 21, 2020 | Blog, Economy, Finance, Homeownership, Mortgage

The Canadian real estate market was in good shape heading into 2020, but the busy spring season was delayed a bit thanks to COVID-19. The good news is that it has come back white hot, breaking records throughout the summer and showing no signs of slowing down anytime...
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