This month we're continuing our exciting new online series in order to help you get to know our team of brokers! By hearing stories from our brokers in their own words, we hope to give you an insight into the real people behind our dedicated...
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...
They say a person’s home is their castle and that being healthy is being wealthy. There’s a natural fit between health and home — and the importance of both in our quality of life — which is why a new, unique partnership between HealthPartners and Capital...
Over years of owning a home and making mortgage payments, you’ve built a nicely-sized nest egg of home equity. However, that portion of your net worth is essentially untouchable until you choose to move or sell your home. A reverse mortgage allows you to borrow...
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...
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...
There are a number of reasons why you might consider refinancing your property. One of these could be to capitalize on the equity you’ve built up in your home. For example, using the equity in your home can be a lower cost way of accessing...
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...
Open houses can create hype, meet potential clients, and improve offers. With these simple tips for a great open house you can rest assured that your listing will be viewed in the best possible light. How to Host a Successful Open House Refrain from the use of...
As your mortgage term draws to an end, you can expect to receive a letter or renewal from your lending institution. These letters are fairly straightforward given that they give you a number of rates and a term to choose from. The banks make it...
Your Mortgage Broker Has The Answers Your Capital Mortgage Broker can effectively point you in the correct direction when trying to secure a mortgage. Searching the real estate market for a new place you can call home is a tough experience, since it is usually the most...
The cold season is already here, so more and more realtors are wondering how they are going to get through this daunting period of the year for the real estate market. Traditionally, January and February are extremely slow months in this industry, as most sellers...
It is extremely important to inspect a house well before signing the papers. This is to assure you that it is free from any damage and unforeseen expensive repairs. Costly repairs that were not in your budget even though any new house sometimes requires a...
When re-selling your house, it's wise to make it appealing enough so that potential buyers not only get impressed, but also feel a connection with the home hence prompting them to buy. These top 10 tips as recommended by real estate agents that are guaranteed...
Having a good credit rating has always been important, but in current times it is more important than ever. This is why young people should start building their credit profile now. Young people want to have fun and live a worry free life, but building...
A lot of people are looking to save money these days on their home costs. A major household expense for most of us is our electric bill and our electricity usage is a great place to start when we’re looking at how to lower our...
Now that the global credit crunch has eased somewhat, this may be the best time to apply for a mortgage in Canada. Canadian mortgages are currently available at very low rates, and you will find some exceptional deals being offered by banks and brokers. These...