For the last couple of years, much of the Canadian real estate market has been tilted in favour of sellers. More recently, the pendulum has swung toward buyers amid slowing sales activity, moderating prices, and broader economic uncertainty. Although there is still a considerable national housing shortage, half of Canadian housing marketsRead More →
(NC) Has the pandemic made you think about making a big move? If so, you’re not alone — semi-rural and country life have become more attractive to many people craving more space. In fact, one in three Canadians are considering relocating, according to a recent survey by insurance company AvivaRead More →
6 Things You Must Know Before You Buy Mortgage regulations have changed significantly over the last few years, making your options wider than ever. Subtle changes in the way you approach mortgage shopping, and even small differences in the way you structure your mortgage, can cost or save you literallyRead More →
Tips to Make Your Move Easier on Your Pets Moving can be hard on everyone involved. Adults, kids, and yes…even your pets! While your pet may not understand exactly what is going on, they can sense the stress (good or bad) that the whole family is experiencing. Add to thatRead More →
Best Financing A 3-Point Plan Buyer Beware When you’re looking to buy a home, the first thing most homebuyers do is start the process of house hunting. However, experience proves that this is one of the last steps you should be taking if you want to get the most homeRead More →
The Zero Cash Down Payment Program offers you a way to buy a home with no down payment. That’s right! Zero downpayment! You may have owned a home before and are presently renting, or are a first time homebuyer and need a way to break into the housing market butRead More →
Buyer Beware No matter which way you look at it buying a home is a major investment. But for many homebuyers, it can be an even more expensive process than it needs to be because many fall prey to at least a few of the many common and costly mistakesRead More →
Whether you’re looking to buy your first home, or trading up to a larger one, there are many costs — on top of the purchase price — that you must figure into your calculation of affordability. These extra fees, such as taxes and other additional costs, could surprise you with an unwanted financial nightmareRead More →
Don’t Pay Another Cent in Rent to Your Landlord… It’s a dream we all have—to own our own home and stop paying rent. But if you’re like most renters, you feel trapped within the walls of a house or apartment that doesn’t feel like yours. How could it when you’reRead More →
The first meeting with a mortgage specialist can sometimes be overwhelming. A great way to help make the first meeting more relaxed is to be prepared and have certain documents that are necessary to determine what type of mortgage you can qualify for on hand. Every mortgage professional is aRead More →