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  • August 4, 2022
  • Posted by Tina Meraw

Budgeting For Inflation

Budgeting for inflation If you thought the end of the pandemic would bring a return to economic normalcy, 2022 has certainly been surprising. Summer has seen inflation return to the f

  • February 1, 2017
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Why Mortgage Before March 17,2017?

  Why Mortgage Before March 17? If you’re in the market for an insured mortgage, then you might want to get that mortgage before March 17. Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC)

  • January 4, 2017
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Surviving and Thriving: Your Mortgage Blueprint for 2017

  Canadians are definitely talking about the housing market – what do the new mortgage rules mean, is this the right time to buy, have mortgage rates bottomed out, is a lender’s re

  • November 29, 2016
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5 ways to improve mortgage qualifying success

5 ways to improve mortgage qualifying success Yes, new mortgage rules have made it harder to qualify for a mortgage, whether you are a first-time buyer or looking to renew or refinance your mortgage

  • October 19, 2016
  • Posted by Tina Meraw

The Five 'C's' of Credit

The Five “C's' of Credit Going to a lender to ask for a mortgage can be a nerve-wracking experience when you’re not sure what to expect. Before you go looking for credit, take a few min

  • October 13, 2016
  • Posted by Tina Meraw

Your Home's Fall Checklist

Your Home's Fall Checklist It’s time to start thinking about preparing your home for the colder weather; a few little things can make a big difference for your home and save you time

  • October 4, 2016
  • Posted by Tina Meraw

BREAKING NEWS: This is a BIG change for anyone qualifying for a mortgage

The Minister of Finance announced a new mortgage rule that will be starting on Oct. 17, 2016.  Borrowers who take out insured mortgages that are fixed-rate loans of 5 years or longer, will now b

  • September 28, 2016
  • Posted by Tina Meraw

Which renovations go right to your bottom line?

Which renovations go right to your bottom line? Whether you are looking to buy a fixer upper or renovate your existing home to improve the quality of life for you and your family, it’s worthw

  • September 15, 2016
  • Posted by Tina Meraw

Can you tell good debt from bad? Try our quick quiz:

Can you tell good debt from bad? Try our quick quiz: No one really likes the idea of “debt”. It represents something that is owed: an obligation. But not all debt is actually “bad&r

  • September 12, 2016
  • Posted by Tina Meraw

5 ways to plug the money leaks!

5 ways to plug the money leaks!   The brisk back-to-work attitude of September makes it a great time to review your finances and particularly your spending. Whether you are saving to buy a ho

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