by Glenn Maclaren | Nov 15, 2019 | Blog, Economy, Homeownership, Mortgage
If you ask most people, the best time to buy a house is in spring. Traditionally, house hunters like to head out when the sun is shining, temperatures are warm and the flowers are blooming. And while all of that may sound lovely, there are many perks associated with...
by Glenn Maclaren | Oct 25, 2019 | Blog, Economy, Finance, Homeownership
Historically, real estate has proven to be a sound investment option. Nowadays, with rental properties scarce and rental fees through the roof, investing in real estate could be considered a great option, especially if you cater to the right demographic in the right...
by Glenn Maclaren | Oct 18, 2019 | Blog, Economy, Finance, Homeownership
If you’re a Canadian homeowner who’s at least 55 years old, a reverse mortgage may be able to provide a number of solutions for you, including supplementing your current income while you continue to live in your home to help you enjoy a more fulfilling retirement....
by Glenn Maclaren | Oct 11, 2019 | Blog, Economy, Homeownership
Sometimes, you may just need an added boost to qualify for the loan amount required to get you into your new home, particularly following the introduction of tighter mortgage qualification rules. If you’re experiencing difficulty meeting traditional lender...
by Glenn Maclaren | Oct 4, 2019 | Blog, Economy, Finance, Homeownership
Did you know that several lenders today are exclusively offering collateral charge mortgages? This means it’s more important than ever to understand the differences between a collateral and a standard charge mortgage before signing your mortgage commitment. The...
by Glenn Maclaren | Sep 27, 2019 | Blog, Economy, Finance, Mortgage
More Canadians than ever before have become familiar with private mortgage options after feeling the effects of the stringent stress test mortgage qualification rules introduced in January 2018. While private mortgages have been around for many years, they were...
