Downsizing Your Home

General Trish Pigott 5 Apr

Moving to a larger house is not the only time that things can change with your home and mortgage. Sometimes there comes a point when owning a home becomes a little too much to handle. Perhaps your children have moved out and you no longer need those three extra bedrooms. Whatever the reason, downsizing is […]

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Getting a Mortgage Pre-Approval

Mortgage Tips Trish Pigott 31 Mar

We recommend getting a pre-approval to have the best success with your mortgage. This can be done through us, to ensure that you get the best mortgage product FOR YOU; from the best rate to the best term agreement. Benefits of Getting a Pre-Approval While getting pre-approved might sound boring (and you might be asking […]

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5 Tips for Home Staging

Home Tips Trish Pigott 24 Mar

Selling your home depends on many factors. Most importantly, it relies on the feeling it exudes when a potential buyer walks through the door. You want to make them feel welcomed and at ease. This is why home staging is so important. Although the thought of it may be overwhelming, it could help your home […]

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Should You Rent or Buy?

General Trish Pigott 22 Mar

When it comes to the Canadian housing market, there are lots of options. From renting an apartment to owning a single-family home, it all comes down to where you’d like to live and what you can afford. There is no right or wrong answer when it comes to whether you should rent or buy, but […]

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Financial Independence for Kids

General Trish Pigott 18 Mar

Financial independence is a critical skill for future success that your children will not learn anywhere else. Not only does financial literacy help your children have more success in life, but it allows them to move out sooner and avoids delaying retirement. As much as parents want to help their kids, it should not be […]

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Tax Season is Upon Us

General Trish Pigott 15 Mar

As we get ready for the tax season, now more than ever you need to plan ahead.  This is especially crucial when it comes to self-employed borrowers. We’ve provided some insight below on how reporting your income can affect you as a home buyer or borrower. Self Employed Borrowers For self-employed people, banks will look […]

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Mortgage Refinancing 101

Mortgage Tips Trish Pigott 11 Mar

Mortgage refinancing refers to the process of renegotiating your current mortgage agreement. It allows you to pay off your existing loan and replace it with a new one that better suits your needs. When done properly, it can help reduce financial stress and get you back on track for your financial future. Reasons to refinance: […]

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It’s Almost Time for Spring Cleaning

Home Tips Trish Pigott 4 Mar

Spring is just around the corner! While nobody enjoys spring cleaning, we can all appreciate having a fresh home. We have provided some spring cleaning tips below to help you tackle your home and get it looking its best for the season ahead. Create a Playlist Everything is more fun with a great playlist! Not […]

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Check Out Our Mortgage Toolbox App

Mortgage Tips Trish Pigott 4 Mar

Did you know that we have a mortgage toolbox app? 📲 It gives you access to premium tools to help plan your mortgage. Click here to download it today and have all things mortgage-related at your fingertips.  Available on the App Store and Google Play. By using our mortgage toolbox app you can: Calculate your […]

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How Do Car Payments Affect Your Debt Ratio

General Trish Pigott 25 Feb

“Should I buy or lease a vehicle?” This is a common question that we often hear and the answer depends on the specifics of your situation. Many consumers overburden themselves with car payments that they simply can’t afford. What people don’t realize, is how much it can affect your debt ratios and the ability it […]

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