I can’t believe it is already Thanksgiving here, in Canada. As always, I do my best to practice gratitude on a regular basis, and not just on a particular day.
Mortgage penalty explained
In Canada, when you pay-off your mortgage early, lenders have the right to charge you a penalty for doing so. Mortgages are a huge business here, and even with low-interest rates, lenders are turning massive profits.
Closing costs in real-estate
Closing costs are payment for all the necessary items to conclude or “close” a real-estate deal. These fees are paid by both sellers and buyers but are different.
New Canada Child Benefit explained
The Liberal Government has made huge changes to the Canada Child Benefit program (CCB) last month. It was actually part of their electoral campaign.
Auto insurance basics in BC
In Canada, auto insurance is mandatory. Each province and territory has its own requirements
A different money style for a different lifestyle
For decades, the traditional way of life has been pretty much as follow: Get good grades and get a degree…
In favor of the “starter home” concept
I am glad June is over. Last month was definitely a whirlwind, hence the lack of activity on my blog.…
Mortgage basics for the self-employed
Note: I am not a mortgage broker. This is for information purpose only. Not so long ago, pretty much anyone…
Why your property is not selling
Your Realtor has listed your property for sale. You have had a few showings, maybe an open house, but still no offers.
Choosing a Realtor when selling
Choosing the right Realtor can make or break a sale, therefore should not be done lightly
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