3 Advantages of a Pre-Approval

General Trish Pigott 7 Jul

Mortgage pre-approval means that a lender has stated (in writing) that you qualify for a mortgage. They will specify the term, interest rate and amount you qualify for based on the documentation you submitted of your current income and credit history. There are three benefits to getting a mortgage pre-approval: 1. It confirms the maximum […]

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Rising Interest Rates? Do Not Panic!

Mortgage Tips Trish Pigott 27 Jun

With the recent changes in interest rates by the Bank of Canada, variable-rate mortgage holders have started to panic. We wanted to address these concerns, to assure you that the sky is not falling. Despite what you see in the news, you do not need to panic! There is still lots of opportunity in this […]

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Preparing for Property Taxes

General Trish Pigott 24 Jun

It’s that time of year! Property taxes are due on July 4th, 2022 – You must claim your Home Owner Grant (if eligible) by then as well! Home Owner Grant The easiest way to apply for your Home Owner Grant is online. This grant is a credit of $570 that will go towards the total […]

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Are You Ready For Home Ownership?

General Trish Pigott 21 Jun

If you think you’re ready for home ownership then this post is for you! Owning a home requires more than stable employment and money for a down payment – Here are a few additional things to consider. 1. You Can Afford Your Down Payment & Ongoing Costs Once you have the down payment, it is […]

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Thank You to Our First Responders

General Trish Pigott 17 Jun

Do you know a First Responder? Perhaps it’s yourself! As a thank you for serving our community, we have teamed up with other industry professionals to help save you money around the costs of purchasing a home or refinancing your current one. Contact our office at 604-552-6190 to find out about our amazing First Responders […]

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When Was Your Last Credit Check-Up?

General Trish Pigott 14 Jun

A few simple steps to healthy credit… Just like you have a physical every year to make sure you’re healthy, you should do the same for your credit score. Here are a few things you should be looking for. Mistakes Make sure your personal information is correct and up to date. This includes your date […]

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How Bridge Financing Works

Mortgage Tips Trish Pigott 9 Jun

In life, things rarely go as planned. This is especially true when it comes to real estate, so we have bridge financing to help us. When it comes to buying a new home, most of us would like to take possession of it before having to move out of the old one. This makes moving […]

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June 1st Interest Rate Update

Latest News Trish Pigott 3 Jun

Bank of Canada Announcement On Wednesday, the Bank of Canada (BoC) increased it’s prime interest rate by 0.50%.  As mentioned in our previous blog post, this has been widely expected since April.  This change affects variable rate mortgage holders, home equity lines of credit and any loans that are attached to the bank’s prime lending […]

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Primex is Celebrating 12 Years

General Trish Pigott 31 May

This has been an exciting month for us! Primex turned 12 on May 1st and we have spent the month celebrating and reminiscing on the last 12 years. We have accomplished so much as a team, receiving numerous awards and recognition in our industry and the community, which has us in the top 2% of […]

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May 2022 Market Update

Latest News Trish Pigott 25 May

Looking for a market update?  You’re not the only one! The real estate market is a bit more relaxed than it has been in recent months, allowing people to make decisions on buying and selling under less pressure. You are probably hearing about drastic price drops in the media, which instills fear in many homeowners […]

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