You can easily find gorgeous home décor and useful storage solutions (i.e., storage bins), but it’s harder to find a combination of the two. Areas where home organization solutions are needed are often areas that will also be on full display to guests so, ideally,...
When you're in the market for home financing and are searching for the right mortgage to fit your needs, you want to be sure that you are in the best hands. Our team of experienced mortgage brokers and agents offer seamless solutions for all your...
Spring is upon us, and with the fresh spring air (and hint of warmer weather) typically comes the cleaning bug. Is your goal to clean smarter this year? Throw open those windows, turn on your fans and use these brilliant tips to tackle spring cleaning...
Do you know the difference between fixed-rate mortgages or variable (sometimes called adjustable-rate) mortgages? Each mortgage type is affected by different market conditions and each offers its own advantages or disadvantages. One of the most important steps in financing your home is choosing which type...
The long awaited and anticipated interest rate announcement was released from the Bank of Canada this afternoon. As many expected, the Bank of Canada raised the interest rate to 1.25% - the highest level since 2009. A strong Canadian economy, as demonstrated by a positive...
If you own a home in Canada, are currently house-hunting, or are looking to buy sometime in the near future, you’ve no doubt been following the news closely for the past few months. As soon as word hit that the Office of the Superintendent of...
Finding and purchasing your first home can be both thrilling and frightening all at once—thrilling because you’re taking a major step toward independence, and frightening because of the added responsibility that step means. Buying a home is easily one of the biggest financial decisions you’ll...
Did you know you can easily finance purchases related to home ownership (i.e., renovations or home repairs) by using your home as a borrowing tool? A Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) is a loan secured against the equity of your home. Because you’re using...
Now that December is finally here, we’re eagerly looking forward to the holiday season and to celebrating with friends and family. However, before we know it, snow will blanket the ground and we’ll be undercover for the next few months. Whether you’re a fan of...
If you are buying your first home, congratulations! This is an exciting milestone in your life, but it can also be a stressful one. Buying a home will likely be the most expensive purchase you will ever make and securing financing to make the transaction...
[caption id="attachment_3519" align="alignright" width="150"] Get Your Car Ready for Winter Weather[/caption] Whether you are ready for it or not, the winter season is knocking and if you want your car giving you full service then preparing it for cold weather is an MUST-DO. In cases of...
Missing an occasional payment will not affect you as much as missing a payment because you lack the funds necessary to pay your bills on time. Should you be worried if you miss a payment? If you find yourself in the latter scenario, you may...
Guess what? The real estate market in Canada is booming again. And as the economic slowly improves, now's a better time than ever to be a first-time homebuyer. There's also various grants, rebates, and resources from both provincial and federal government that can make things...