by Glenn Maclaren | Mar 26, 2021 | Blog, Economy, Finance, Mortgage
Will you be buying another home in 2021? If so, you’ll likely want to use the proceeds from the sale of your current home to purchase the new one. But, coordinating the timing of both transactions can be tricky, particularly if the closing date of the sale is set to...
by Glenn Maclaren | Mar 19, 2021 | Blog, Economy, Homeownership, Mortgage
An entire year has passed since the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 a global pandemic – and what a year it has been! Faced with uncertainty and unchartered territory, we obeyed public health officials, donned our masks, social distanced, hunkered down and...
by Glenn Maclaren | Feb 26, 2021 | Blog, Economy, Finance, Homeownership
In a world that continues to be dominated by a global pandemic, many Canadians are struggling with the reality of layoffs, reduced wages, rising living costs and credit dependency. If you’re feeling overwhelmed with your financial obligations, you may want to consider...
by Glenn Maclaren | Feb 12, 2021 | Blog, Economy, Finance, Homeownership, Mortgage, Productivity
Traditionally, the dawn of a new year brings a sense of optimism and hope. This year, however, the outlook is a bit different. While we were thankful to leave 2020 behind, the uncertainties and instability about what lies ahead still persist. Now’s a perfect time to...
by Glenn Maclaren | Feb 5, 2021 | Blog, Economy, Finance, Homeownership, Mortgage
While the interest rate isn’t the only consideration to keep in mind when choosing the mortgage that best meets your needs, it’s important to understand your options. The interest rate will have a direct impact on the overall cost of your mortgage – the higher the...
by Glenn Maclaren | Jan 8, 2021 | Blog, Economy, Finance, Homeownership
Selecting a mortgage rate and product that’s right for you is harder than it looks. It involves a lot of research based on your current finances, credit situation and short- and long-term goals, to name just a few important elements. That’s why working with a mortgage...