by Zohreh Fayaz | Jul 7, 2023 | Blog, Homeownership, Mortgage
Looking to buy your first home? Saving up for your down payment can seem virtually impossible unless you have a plan in place. Fortunately, there are more savings options available today than ever before. There are three main savings accounts you can use to your...
by Zohreh Fayaz | Jun 20, 2023 | Blog, Finance, Mortgage
As Canadian households grapple with mounting debt and rising interest rates, one area seems to be holding steady amidst the storm: mortgages. While credit cards and vehicle loans experience a worrisome increase in delinquency rates, mortgages have managed to maintain...
by Zohreh Fayaz | Jun 2, 2023 | Blog, Finance, Mortgage
A lot can change over the course of your mortgage term – regardless of its length – including your income, debt load and interest rates, to name a few. That’s why it’s important to undergo a free annual mortgage checkup with your mortgage agent to ensure you’re saving...
by Zohreh Fayaz | Mar 17, 2023 | Blog, Homeownership, Mortgage
It’s no surprise that many Canadians are feeling the pinch of higher inflation, higher interest rates and higher home prices. But an overwhelming majority continue to believe real estate is a good long-term investment. The latest information from Mortgage...
by Zohreh Fayaz | Feb 3, 2023 | Finance, Mortgage
The federal government is providing a new tax credit to help make it easier for Canadians to care for adult relatives in their own homes. The multi-generational home renovation tax credit took effect January 1st for expenses related to building a secondary suite for a...
by Zohreh Fayaz | Jan 20, 2023 | Blog, Mortgage
Canada’s banking regulator – The Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (OSFI) – announced three new regulatory proposals in January that could further limit mortgage Three NewThree New Regulatory Proposals Could Restrict Mortgage Borrowing Power...