Introducing the First Home Savings Account (FHSA), a registered savings plan created by the federal government in 2022. The purpose of an FHSA is to assist you in saving for your first home, completely tax-free. Who’s eligible? Are you eligible for an FHSA? Any Canadian who is 18 years or older and has never purchased…
The variable vs. fixed mortgage rate decision is one of the biggest a borrower will make when selecting their mortgage. Many of my clients are choosing a 3 – 5 year fixed rate right now, as we suspect the rates will trend downwards after the 3-year period. It’s a decision that will affect a homeowner for…
Whether you are purchasing a home or looking to refinance, determining the property’s value is an important step in the mortgage application process. This amount will determine the amount of mortgage you’ll be offered. How home value is measured? A home’s value is based on its features. These include square footage, location, age, quality and…
A good credit score will affect your ability to borrow and also the interest rates that will be available to you. Generally speaking, a good credit score will result in a lower interest rate. How to build credit history that benefits you: Start early The length of your credit history is a key factor in…
One of the best reasons to work with a mortgage professional is that I work with a wide variety of lenders. Unlike your local bank branch, which can only offer you a mortgage (and mortgage rate) from their own suite of products, I have access to many different lenders. When we review finance options, you…
Do you know what an assumable mortgage is? An assumable mortgage allows you to take over or assume someone else’s mortgage and their property. It also allows someone else to take over your mortgage and your property. The terms of the original mortgage must stay the same. This is something you may consider if: You’re…
If you’re considering divorce or working through a divorce you are probably wondering how this affects your mortgage with your partner. In the event of a divorce, the mortgage is paid out and any supplementary funds are sent to a lawyer’s trust account until a Separation Agreement can instruct how the funds are to be…
If you’re a first-time homebuyer, you’ll want to explore this option for saving for your downpayment! I’m excited about its opportunities for my first-time homebuying clients!
