Whether you like it or not, stats and numbers are a part of the world of mortgages. When rates change even the slightest of percentage points, it could cost or save you thousands of dollars. Every once in a while, here on the Mortgage Monday posts, I’ll update you on what’s going on in the world of mortgage… Continue reading Mortgage Monday Rate Update – May 2012
Mortgage Fraud Warning
Courtesy of RECO’s “For the RECOrd” magazine RECO investigators are all too familiar with mortgage fraud and the turmoil it causes for the victims who are left fighting to get their homes back. Unfortunately, in most cases, RECO only becomes aware of the mortgage fraud after the fact when a homeowner realizes they have… Continue reading Mortgage Fraud Warning
Ooops!
The Red Pin posted a link to this amusing little story a while ago. Well, it was amusing to me – I’m sure it wasn’t amusing to the seller. In a nutshell, over a series of emails Kelty Druet agreed to sell her condo to Marc Girouard for $155,000. Four hours later, she changed her… Continue reading Ooops!
The Time is NOW to Reduce Debts
I recently read a fantastic article by Rob Carrick (a Personal Finance columnist from the Globe and Mail) that I encourage you to read called “Once again: Pay down your debts before rates rise.” The gist of the article is that rates are currently at historic lows, but the Bank of Canada is seriously indicating… Continue reading The Time is NOW to Reduce Debts
5 Tips to Sell Your Home
It’s a big decision to sell your house. Here are some easy tips to make the process go as smoothly as possible! Interview a few different agents before making a decision. Despite what you may think, we’re not all the same! We offer different services for different commission rates. Make sure you’re comfortable with the… Continue reading 5 Tips to Sell Your Home