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How Mortgage Lending Rules as of Mid-April May Affect You

Posted on Feb 20, 2023

If you're thinking about buying a home, you need to hear this! Mortgage lending as we know it could change dramatically as of Mid-April. While these are just proposals that OFSI in Canada has presented, you could be impacted. Borrowers may turn to lenders that are not as strictly regulated, for easier approval. This type of flexibility comes at a c...

Your Questions About Selling Your Home: Answered

Posted on Feb 06, 2023

If you have a home to sell, you’re probably excited to get the process started. There are many things you need to consider when selling your property, and it’s hard not to feel overwhelmed by the task. The good news is we’ve done extensive research about what you need to know about selling your home – and we’ve answered the questions you’re probabl...

4 Ways to Prevent Fraudulent Real Estate Deals

Posted on Feb 03, 2023

We’ve seen a number of headlines recently where cases of scammers, posing as homeowners, have been successful in stealing and selling their homes. What can you do to protect yourself?

In January 2023, several high-profile cases were uncovered that exposed illegal activity, known as title fraud.

The scammers go to the bank, impersonate the homeowner...

Moving Day Hacks

Posted on Jan 30, 2023

Ahhh, moving. It's SO thrilling and incredibly stressful at the same time. But, there's hope! Whether you're a moving pro or packing up for the first time, there are ways to help the process go smoothly. Try out these moving day hacks that'll keep you sane on moving day:

- Purge your closets before you move and don't pack anything that you haven't n...

Understanding Home Equity

Posted on Jan 17, 2023

Home equity…Everybody wants it, but what exactly is it, and how do you get it?

Equity represents the degree of ownership an individual or entity has in an asset after subtracting any debts against the asset. To say someone shares equity in a company means they would share in any assets remaining after all debts are accounted for.

For example, if your...

Fresh Year, Fresh Start: Cleaning Out Your Home for the New Year

Posted on Jan 10, 2023

Many of us could not wait to close the door on 2022 and usher in the new year– and all the positive karma we hope comes with it! As you look forward to 2023, you may have spent some time thinking about your intentions for the coming year, whether for personal or professional growth, health and fitness, or family goals. Let’s face it, 2022 was stres...

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