by Harpreet Sandhu | Dec 6, 2024 | Blog, Mortgage
Planning your mortgage renewal strategy early with your mortgage agent can prove very beneficial. A proactive approach ensures you’re fully prepared to secure the best possible terms and set yourself up for success throughout your next mortgage term. Here are some key...
by Harpreet Sandhu | Nov 15, 2024 | Blog, Homeownership, Mortgage
If you’re self-employed, chances are, you’ve found that securing a mortgage can be more complex than it is for salaried individuals. Lenders often scrutinize your income more rigorously, which can prove challenging. This is another great example where a mortgage agent...
by Harpreet Sandhu | Oct 18, 2024 | Homeownership, Mortgage
We’re welcoming news of many important mortgage changes coming into effect in the next few months. The latest announcement by the federal government will see mortgage changes rolled out aimed at addressing the housing shortage by supporting the construction of...
by Harpreet Sandhu | Oct 4, 2024 | Blog, Mortgage
Homeowners who switch lenders when your mortgage term is up for renewal will no longer be subject to stress-test rules – which add a 2% rate surcharge when qualifying your mortgage – as of November 21st, 2024Great News for Mortgage Renewals! This change provides added...
by Harpreet Sandhu | Sep 22, 2024 | Blog, Mortgage
The federal government unveiled huge changes to Canada’s mortgage system September 16th, 2024 aimed at helping make homeownership more attainable for first-time homebuyers as well as Canadians purchasing newly-built homes. This is exciting news for homebuyers,...
by Harpreet Sandhu | Mar 15, 2024 | Blog, Mortgage
Buying your first home is extremely exciting, but it also takes a lot of planning, including building a realistic budget that helps ensure you can afford to carry all the expenses that come along with homeownership. Here are the key homebuying costs to include in your...