17 Nov

UPDATES TO NEW TO CANADA MORTGAGE POLICY

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Posted by: Peter Paley

November 17, 2023 Updated New To Canada Policy https://peterpaley.com/new-canada-mortgage-programs/ One of my favourite things in the mortgage industry is when our policies finally start to get it right. There have been quite a few enhancements for New Canadians and many New-To-Canada policies. Canada is planning to welcome 465,000 newcomers in 2023, 485,000 in 2024, and […]

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16 Nov

Is your financial game on point? We’ve got tips!

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Posted by: Peter Paley

November is Financial Literacy Month and we have the tips to ensure your financial game is on point this Fall as we head into the New Year! Nail Down Your Budget Understanding the basics of budgeting and tracking your income versus spending is a fundamental part of financial literacy and control. Building a budget can […]

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15 Nov

Top 5 Errors Made By Banks, Credit Unions & Mortgage Professionals That Can Jeopardize Your Mortgage Approval

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Posted by: Peter Paley

To err is human, to have your mortgage funded divine 🙌 The mortgage landscape has changed dramatically over the last 15 years, in particular, more rules, more policies, more guidelines, more programs to counteract the bad policies, a rate for every type of application, property restrictions, more property defects, the list goes on.   It is […]

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14 Nov

Mainstream Mortgages Terminology Dictionary

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Posted by: Peter Paley

MAINSTREAM MORTGAGES TERMINOLOGY DICTIONARY 🏠 Term: Noun Definition: The period for which a mortgage agreement is in force. Common terms include 1-5, 7 & 10 years. Amortization: Noun Definition: The process of paying off a loan through regular payments over time. In a mortgage, this includes both principal and interest. Down Payment: Noun Definition: An […]

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10 Nov

Navigating Higher Mortgage Interest Rates

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Posted by: Peter Paley

🏡 Navigating Higher Interest Rates: Mortgage Holder Edition 📈 Hey homeowners! 👋 With interest rates on the rise, it’s time to be proactive and ensure your mortgage game is strong. Here are some tips to weather the higher interest rate environment: Review Your Budget: Take a closer look at your monthly budget. Identify areas where […]

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9 Nov

Your Credit Score Explained

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Posted by: Peter Paley

🍁Credit Scores Explained 📊 Are you curious about how your credit score is determined in Canada🍁? Let’s break it down with emojis! 1️⃣ 💳 Payment History: 🕒 On-time payments = 😀. Late or missed payments = 😖. Pay your bills on time your payment history makes up 35% of your credit score! 2️⃣ 💰 Credit […]

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8 Nov

Why do REALTORS Work With Mortgage Brokers?

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Posted by: Peter Paley

REALTORS dramatically increase their business when partnering with mortgage professionals and more specifically mortgage brokers! 🌟DLC  Mainstream Mortgages is THE ultimate mortgage partner you’ve been searching for to make your clients’ homeownership dreams come true. 🏡💫 Why choose us? 🤔 ✅ Unmatched Expertise: Our team (Peter, Colten, and Derek) have years of experience, ensuring seamless […]

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5 Nov

Winnipeg Open Houses – Sunday November 5th, 2023

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Posted by: Peter Paley

Visiting open houses is an excellent way to ease into the real estate market.   You can see which neighbourhoods appeal to you, meet and interview REALTORs and preview homes that you may want to make an offer on. If you are actively looking for a new home it’s important to get a mortgage pre-appoval.   You […]

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