Understanding Fixed vs Variable Rate Mortgages
Posted on Feb 09, 2022 in Mortgages
In 2022, financial experts have been homing in on mortgage rates. Market analysts believe the Bank of Canada (BoC) will raise interest rates. The debate among housing observers, economists and investors is by how much. And with all this talk of fixed vs variable rate mortgages, what is the difference between the two products anyway? Let’s explore.
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10 Tips for Getting the Best Mortgage Rate in Canada
Posted on Feb 09, 2022 in Mortgages
When you purchase a home, a down payment is typically applied to the purchase price, and the balance is to be paid off over your term of the mortgage. The loan you receive from a lender in order to pay for the house is called a mortgage.
Simply put, a mortgage is a legal and binding agreement between a lender and a borrower for a specific amount of...
Simply put, a mortgage is a legal and binding agreement between a lender and a borrower for a specific amount of...
Top 8 Winter Home Energy Solutions
Posted on Feb 09, 2022 in Home Ownership, Maintenance, & Repairs
8 – Turn Down the Temperature
When you’re away from your house for a few days, you don’t need to keep the heat cranked u...
What Happens at a House Showing?
Posted on Feb 09, 2022 in Selling
What happens at a house showing? This important question has historically been eclipsed by others like, “How much should we list for?” and “How long will it take to sell?” However, COVID-19 has home many sellers considering showings from a different perspective, with extra attention paid to safety, convenience and current best-practices (think tech...
Demystifying Canada’s First Time Home Buyer Incentive (2021)
Posted on Feb 08, 2022
Canada’s First Time Home Buyer Incentive
