by Ana Costa | Apr 3, 2020 | Announcements, Blog, Homeownership, Mortgage
It’s a harsh reality that COVID-19 has left many people facing significant financial hardship. In an effort to alleviate some of this burden, the government is working at all levels to provide relief measures to assist those who are most vulnerable. Many...
by Ana Costa | Mar 20, 2020 | Blog, Economy, Finance, Homeownership, Mortgage
Concern surrounding coronavirus – COVID-19 – has led to a crash in oil prices and economic uncertainty surrounding capital markets, which has resulted in most Canadian banks significantly reducing both fixed- and variable-rate mortgage rates. Around the world...
by Ana Costa | Mar 6, 2020 | Blog, Economy, Finance, Homeownership, Mortgage
No one enters into a marriage thinking that one day the relationship may end. Unfortunately, the startling statistic is that 38% of all marriages in Canada end in divorce. Getting married and buying a home are two of life’s most significant milestones, so the...
by Ana Costa | Feb 21, 2020 | Blog, Economy, Finance, Homeownership, Mortgage
If you’re in the market to buy a home, you know the process isn’t always easy. In recent years, mortgage insurance and qualification changes – implemented by the federal government – have made it increasingly difficult to buy a home for many Canadians, particularly...
by Ana Costa | Feb 7, 2020 | Blog, Finance, Homeownership, Mortgage
The decision to become a homeowner represents a significant milestone. It’s, therefore, extremely important to consider all your options when it comes to the different types of available homes to ensure you find the right one that fulfills as many of your personal and...
by Ana Costa | Jan 17, 2020 | Economy, Homeownership, Mortgage
The most popular mortgage selected by Canadians is the five-year fixed-rate option. While this isn’t always the best choice, it’s definitely the most common. But a lot can happen in five years. What if you need to buy a bigger home to accommodate your growing family...
