How a Fixed Rate Mortgage Left Me Speechless
For many years I was an advocate that fixed interest rates were best. I locked in my mortgage at the lowest fixed rate possible and felt fully at peace. No risk, no fear of rising interest rates, no worry. I ignored variable rate mortgages and wouldn’t even consider them. Then came the time when I […]
The Best Time to Invest in Real Estate for Amazing Results
The time to invest in real estate has never been better and here’s why you should buy rental property All across the country, we’re seeing real estate markets break records. Limited inventory, low interest rates, and a flurry of buyers, have conspired to create the perfect opportunity for sellers to get top dollar for their […]
What’s the difference between Pre-Approvals and Approvals?
The difference could cost you a lot more than you think. There are actually three different types of mortgage tools to determine you budget: pre-qualifications, pre-approvals and finally approvals. All three are similar, but also very different in how they should be used. The more documents you can provide to a mortgage broker the better. […]
Should I refinance my home now?
With rates at all-time lows you might be asking yourself, should I refinance my mortgage now? The first thing you should consider when deciding if it’s the right time to break your mortgage and refinance is to ask yourself why are you breaking your mortgage? Are you wanting a lower interest rate? Do you want […]
Toronto Real Estate Update: Q&A with Alex Balikoev
There have been a lot of changes since the Coronavirus has surfaced in Toronto. We chat with Alex of Sotheby’s to find out the latest updates Alex Balikoev is no stranger to change in the real estate industry. He started his career selling real estate back in Russia in 2008 and has risen to be […]
How to Get the Best Rates
How to Get the Best Mortgage Rates when You’re Mortgage is up for Renewal When shopping for a mortgage, the best way to get a great deal on your mortgage might not be the easiest way. You might want to think twice before signing that mortgage renewal statement that your existing mortgage provider mails to […]