Loyalty doesn’t pay when it comes to mortgage renewals – Ask a Vancouver Mortgage Broker

Loyalty doesn’t pay when it comes to mortgage renewals A Bank of Canada study found that loyal bank customers don’t get best deal when they renew mortgage. People who switch and first-time buyers do. By: Adam Mayers Personal Finance Editor Everyone you deal with would like you to believe there are rewards for your loyalty. They may […]

Early exit from closed mortgage can cost you dearly – Consult with a Vancouver Mortgage Broker

Early exit from closed mortgage can cost you dearly If you sign a mortgage deal for five years, you should ask how much you’ll pay if you leave early. The penalties can be shocking By: Ellen Roseman On Your Side, Published on Tue May 07 2013 When you buy a house and sign up for a fixed-rate mortgage, […]

4 easy ways to reduce your mortgage costs – Ask a Vancouver Mortgage Broker

When it comes to saving on your mortgage, making pre-payments and shopping around at renewal time are good ideas By: Madhavi Acharya-Tom Yew Personal Finance writer The Georges live in a two-bedroom condo across from High Park. In the next couple of years, they hope to buy a house west of Toronto. They plan to use the […]

7 Characteristics of Debt-Free People – Consult with a Vancouver Mortgage Broker

By Dave Ramsey Family #1 manages to pay off $40,000 in debt in two years on a $35,000 annual income. Family #2 makes $100,000 a year but can’t seem to make the slightest dent in the same amount of debt. Why is that? Obviously, the second family has a spending problem. They make plenty of […]

Majority (60%) of Canadian Homeowners Admit to Mistake Making When Buying a Home; Renovations (15%), Small Down Payments (14%), and No Home Inspection (13%) Among Top Concerns

Majority (60%) of Canadian Homeowners Admit to Mistake Making When Buying a Home; Renovations (15%), Small Down Payments (14%), and No Home Inspection (13%) Among Top Concerns Affordability (46%) and Saving for Large Down Payment (32%) Top Reasons for Not Buying Until Now for First-Time Buyers Toronto, ON – When it comes to the purchase of […]

So-called “Best Rate sites” are put to the test with shocking results.- Ask a Vancouver Mortgage Broker

by Steve Garganis There’s been a surge of ‘Best Rate’ sites popping up… Chances are, you’ve probably seen one or more of their online ads…   You know the ones…‘shopping’ for the Best mortgage rates in Canada’ and ‘comparing Canada’s mortgage brokers for the best rate”.   It does sound great… and it seems to be getting lots […]

Stuck in traffic: How mortgages could ease congestion- Consult with a Vancouver Mortgage Broker

When she tours homes in the neighbourhood west of Eglinton and Bathurst, Lindsey Springer knows exactly what she’s looking for; three bedrooms, finished basement and easy access to transit. “Definitely accessiblity to the TTC is really important, my husband takes the TTC to work everyday so that’s really important, she says. The suburbs don’t suit […]

New Rules or Old Rules for Mortgages – From your Friendly Vancouver Mortgage Broker

New Rules or Old Rules for Mortgages – From your Friendly Vancouver Mortgage Broker During the previous four and a half years, the feds have introduced over two dozen changes in both new policies and regs that have had an impact on Vancouver home mortgages. With good intentions in mind, this Vancouver mortgage broker understands […]

Vancouver Mortgages for Newbies (Part 2) – Types of Available Vancouver Home Mortgages

Vancouver Mortgages for Newbies (Part 2) – Types of Available Vancouver Home Mortgages Vancouver home mortgages are offered in many different packages and formats. Lenders are all in competition for your business. Choosing the right mortgage for you can be a challenge and even stressful because it is such a big investment. A simple oversight […]

Vancouver Mortgage Information for Newbies (Part 1) – From your Friendly Vancouver Mortgage Broker

Vancouver Mortgage Information for Newbies (Part 1) – From your Friendly Vancouver Mortgage Broker Many first time homebuyers can be a little bewildered by both the terminology and the types of mortgages available. This Vancouver mortgage broker can appreciate how daunting this process can be for you. To help you along, we’ve drawn up a […]

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