5 Things NOT to do When Selling Your Home
March 16, 2023 | Posted by: Tania Kalinich
The process of selling a residential property can be time-consuming and emotionally involving, especially if it is your first sale. While your home's curb appeal influences a prospective buyer's poten ... [read more]
Bank of Canada Rate Update March 8, 2023
March 8, 2023 | Posted by: Tania Kalinich
Bank of Canada maintains policy rate, continues quantitative tightening The Bank of Canada today held its target for the overnight rate at 4.5%, with the Bank Rate at 4.75% and the deposit rate at ... [read more]
Selling Your Home in the Winter: How You Can Make the Most of It
March 5, 2023 | Posted by: Tania Kalinich
Selling your home in the winter can be a challenging task, but it can also be an opportunity to stand out in a crowded market. With fewer houses on the market and motivated buyers who are eager to mov ... [read more]
Title insurance and home insurance–protect what matters most
February 27, 2023 | Posted by: Tania Kalinich
When something goes wrong with your home and you suffer a loss, you need to be able to rely on your insurance coverage. Knowing which of your insurance policies to turn to isn't always easy. Title ins ... [read more]
Don't sign that renewal
January 31, 2023 | Posted by: Tania Kalinich
Too often when mortgage renewal dates approach, consumers simply sign the offer from the bank without much research. It's important to remember ... [read more]
Bank of Canada increases policy interest rate by 25 basis points, continues quantitative tightening
January 25, 2023 | Posted by: Tania Kalinich
The Bank of Canada today increased its target for the overnight rate to 4½%, with the Bank Rate at 4¾% and the deposit rate at 4½%. The Bank is also continuing its policy of quantitative tightening ... [read more]
Should You Spend the Full Mortgage Amount You're Approved For?
December 28, 2022 | Posted by: Tania Kalinich
Before you start shopping for a new home, you'll need to know exactly how much house you can afford. Otherwise, you could end up in a home that is way out of your budget. What you qualify for may not ... [read more]
The Pros and Cons of Fixed vs. Variable Mortgages
December 8, 2022 | Posted by: Tania Kalinich
When it comes to choosing a mortgage, borrowers in Canada have two main options: a fixed rate mortgage or a variable mortgage. But which type is best for you? Here, we'll take a look at the pros and c ... [read more]
Bank of Canada increases policy interest rate by 50 basis points, continues quantitative tightening
December 7, 2022 | Posted by: Tania Kalinich
The Bank of Canada today increased its target for the overnight rate to 4¼%, with the Bank Rate at 4½% and the deposit rate at 4¼%. The Bank is also continuing its policy of quantitative tightening ... [read more]
10 Things to Know About the Offer Process
November 30, 2022 | Posted by: Tania Kalinich
10 Things to Know About the Offer Process Before making an offer on your dream house, here are the ten things you need to know about buying real estate to ensure your offer is solid. Buying real e ... [read more]
