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‘Trigger Rate’
On October 26, 2022 the Bank of Canada increased interest rates yet again, bringing millions of people on variable mortgages potentially closer to their 'trigger rate'. Our last series with Carina Demedeiros Mortgage Specialist was a hit, so we sat down with her once...
Investment Properties
With house prices going down, some clients are asking about investment properties. Maybe you sold at the peak and have some extra cash. Maybe you’re downsizing and want to invest for retirement or a child’s education. Either way, an investment property can be a great...
Rising Interest Rates
Once again the Bank of Canada has increased interest rates, this time by 75 basis points. What does this increase mean for you? We sat down again with Carina Demedeiros Mortgage Specialist to ask some of your biggest questions. Early renewal? Interest rates might...
‘Fixer Upper’ Properties
In the last few years, ‘fixer upper’ properties have become extremely popular. Many first time home buyers and investment buyers are forgoing turn key homes for houses with a bit lower price tag, but need some work done. Here are some tips to remember when looking at...
SMart-ens London Living: Masonville & Whitehills
Masonville and Whitehills are two of the more established neighbourhoods in London. They are great for families as well as investment buyers being so close to Western University. Masonville Neighbourhood Masonville is located within a 10 minute drive of the...
Worried about rising interest rates?
Many of my clients have voiced their concerns about rising interest rates. With prime rates constantly in the news, it's easy to understand why many people have questions about these increases and how it will effect their buying power. To kick off the 'SMart-ens...