2 Jun

4 SIGNS YOU’RE READY FOR HOMEOWNERSHIP

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Posted by: Peter Paley

4 SIGNS YOU’RE READY FOR HOMEOWNERSHIP While most people know the main things they need to buy a home, such as stable employment and enough money for a down payment, there are a few other factors that may help you realize you’re ready, perhaps even earlier than you thought! As a mortgage broker, it is […]

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1 Jun

WHEN LIFE GIVES YOU LEMONS

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Posted by: Peter Paley

As a preamble to todays blog, I wanted to add the importance of making sure that YOU are WELL INSURED. We always hear, I have insurance through work, or my brother-in-law will get me insurance. Life can give you lemons at any time. I mean, you insure your house, car, and your electronics purchase, why […]

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30 May

HOW TO NAVIGATE THE RATE WARS!

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Posted by: Peter Paley

HOW TO NAVIGATE THE MORTGAGE RATE WARS You may have heard that rates are changing, and that is true. They don’t call it war for nothing and you need an expert by your side! Think of mortgage brokers as your loyal soldiers. What we are seeing is exactly what we anticipated when prime rate goes […]

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18 May

WHAT IS A COLLATERAL CHARGE?

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Posted by: Peter Paley

WHAT IS A COLLATERAL MORTGAGE? A collateral mortgage is a way of registering your mortgage on title. This type of registration is sometimes used by banks and credit unions. Monoline lenders, on the other hand, rarely register your mortgage as a collateral charge – which is an all-indebtedness charge that allows you to access the […]

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16 May

5 WAYS YOU CAN KILL YOUR MORTGAGE APPROVAL

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Posted by: Peter Paley

Getting your mortgage approval is a JOYOUS time! However, you are not out of the woods. From the time you get your final approval until possession date, you are on notice. You must keep everything the same. Read today’s blog for more info! 5 WAYS YOU CAN KILL YOUR MORTGAGE APPROVAL So, you found your […]

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11 May

Improving your credit score

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Posted by: Peter Paley

Today’s blog come from London Ontario. As mortgage brokers one of our primary functions is to help people with not-so-good to bad credit repair it. We have many way to help! However, ever the best remedy is a reasonable and strict budget for your household. We can help you figure out where your excess money […]

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10 May

5 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE BUYING A RURAL PROPERTY

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Posted by: Peter Paley

Many Manitobans dream about that beautiful sprawling bungalow on 5-10 acres in a peaceful country setting. Our blog today discusses a few things you should consider before taking the plunge. Enjoy… 5 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE BUYING A RURAL PROPERTY After several years as a home owner, my friend was set to buy the home […]

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9 May

Why We Chose A Mortgage Broker

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Posted by: Peter Paley

WHY WE CHOSE A MORTGAGE BROKER For Arthur Dubreuil, the recent purchase of his new house will sound like a similar story for many homebuyers. Looking to upsize to meet the needs of his growing family, the Toronto area resident looked east outside the city for a more affordable option. What he found was a […]

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7 May

6 HOME PURCHASE CLOSING COSTS

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Posted by: Peter Paley

Today’s BLOG is coming from BC! In Manitoba however, we have an extra closing costs for insured mortgages. If you have less tha 20% down. The Province of MB also charges PST on the CMHC/Genworth Insurance premium. Enjoy our blog! 6 HOME PURCHASE CLOSING COSTS When you purchase your home, there are 6 additional costs […]

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3 May

ALL ROADS LEAD TO JUNE -OUR HOUSE MAGAZINE

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Posted by: Peter Paley

ALL ROADS LEAD TO JUNE -OUR HOUSE MAGAZINE What do you do when you’re tired of the 9-5 daily grind and want to strike out on your own? For gal pals April Brown and Sarah Sklash, it was obvious – buy an aging motel in the country and renovate it. If it sounds like a […]

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