Renewing in a higher rate environment
June 9, 2023 | Posted by: Barbara Chong
I've been getting a lot of questions lately about mortgage renewals – not surprising, given the steady rise of mortgage rates over the last couple of years. People with mortgages renewing in 2023 an ... [read more]
Bank Of Canada Rate Update June 7, 2023
June 7, 2023 | Posted by: Barbara Chong
Bank of Canada raises policy rate 25 basis points, continues quantitative tightening The Bank of Canada today increased its target for the overnight rate to 4.75%, with the Bank Rate at 5% and the ... [read more]
Strategies for Speeding Up Mortgage Repayment
June 3, 2023 | Posted by: Barbara Chong
Those of us who desire to own a home often long for the time when our mortgage is paid off. Although the majority of Canadian mortgages are usually amortized over the course of 25 years, there are a ... [read more]
Benefits of Buying a New Home in the Summer
May 17, 2023 | Posted by: Barbara Chong
Summertime brings sunny days, warm weather, and an ideal opportunity for house hunting. If you're considering buying a new home, the summer months offer several advantages worth considering. In this ... [read more]
Learning about the new First Home Savings Account (FHSA) program
May 15, 2023 | Posted by: Barbara Chong
With the market starting to stabilize, and in many markets housing prices starting to rise again, maybe you or someone you know is looking at purchasing their first home before home prices rise too mu ... [read more]
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First-Time Home Buyer Budgeting: What You Need to Know
April 20, 2023 | Posted by: Barbara Chong
As a first-time home buyer, budgeting is an essential part of the home buying process. By carefully planning your finances and considering all of the costs associated with purchasing a home, you can e ... [read more]
Bank Of Canada Rate Update April 12, 2023
April 12, 2023 | Posted by: Barbara Chong
Bank of Canada maintains policy rate, continues quantitative tightening The Bank of Canada today held its target for the overnight rate at 4.5%, with the Bank Rate at 4.75% and the deposit rate at 4. ... [read more]
What first-time homebuyers can expect with the new tax-free First Home Savings Account
April 5, 2023 | Posted by: Barbara Chong
Since it was proposed in the 2022 Federal Budget, we've learned more details about this exciting new program aimed at helping first-time homebuyers purchase a home. The bill is ... [read more]
5 Things NOT to do When Selling Your Home
March 16, 2023 | Posted by: Barbara Chong
The process of selling a residential property can be time-consuming and emotionally involving, especially if it is your first sale. While your home's curb appeal influences a prospective buyer's poten ... [read more]
Four Ways to Take Control and Thrive in a Challenging Market
March 9, 2023 | Posted by: Barbara Chong
If you're struggling financially as a result of increased living expenses and interest rates, you are not alone. A lot of Canadians are feeling a little helpless these days, with talk of rising intere ... [read more]
