Boost Your Yard’s Allure with Top ROI Ideas

Real Estate Mark Goode 14 May

Summer beckons for outdoor enjoyment in your yard. To maximize your space, I’ve outlined key yard enhancement concepts offering significant ROI, ensuring you get the best value and enhance both your home’s equity and curb appeal simultaneously! Embrace Sustainable Landscaping: Incorporating native plants, drought-resistant foliage, and xeriscaping techniques not only reduces water consumption but also creates […]

Bank turn you down for a mortgage? Let us assist you with Alternative Lending options!

General Mark Goode 1 May

What is Alternative Lending? You may be wondering what Alternative Lending is and how it benefit you. When traditional lenders (such as banks or credit unions) deny mortgage financing, it can be easy to feel discouraged. However, it is important to remember that there is always an alternative and our Mortgage Man team can help! […]

5 Expert Tips to Tackle Financial Stress Head-On: Your Guide to Financial Well-Being

General Mark Goode 15 Apr

With the continued rise of inflation, interest rates and the overall cost of living, the uncertainty can be unnerving for many individuals. But don’t fret! We have some tips and suggestions to help you manage your financial stress and help you to power through these latest economic changes: Prioritize What You Can Control: It can […]

What to Expect for the 2024 Spring Housing Market

Real Estate Mark Goode 2 Apr

The spring housing market is just around the corner! Whether you’re looking to sell, buy, or want to ensure your mortgage is in order, knowing what to expect can help. Here is the low down on what we are anticipating for various factors affecting the housing market this season: Interest Rates: While the Bank of […]

Guarding Against Deception: Fraud Prevention Month Initiatives Unveiled

General Mark Goode 15 Mar

Did you know? March is Fraud Awareness Month. Protecting yourself and your mortgage from fraud is crucial to safeguard your financial well-being. Understanding some of the more common mortgage fraud scams and how to protect yourself can make all the difference! The most common type of mortgage fraud involves a criminal obtaining a property, and […]

Estate Planning: Are You Covered?

General Mark Goode 15 Feb

Looking at where you are now, and where you want to end up, do you personal goals include a review of your finances and estate? If it doesn’t, it certainly should be at the top of your list! Proper estate planning can ensure that you have a stress-free year knowing you are covered! Is […]

Understanding Amortization: Exploring Your Options for Loan Repayment

General Mark Goode 5 Feb

Your mortgage amortization period is the number of years it will take you to pay off your mortgage. Depending on your choice of amortization period, it will affect how quickly you become mortgage-free as well as how much interest you pay over the lifetime of your mortgage (a longer lifetime equals more interest, whereas a […]

Unlocking Financial Opportunities: The Remarkable Benefits of Mortgage Renewal You May Not Know About

General Mark Goode 15 Jan

Is your mortgage coming up for renewal? This is the best opportunity to reassess the terms of your existing mortgage and make adjustments based on current marketing conditions and your financial situation. We have included some details on how to make your mortgage renewal work for you in 2024. Time to Get a Better Rate […]

Rate Hikes Definitely Off The Table

General Mark Goode 5 Sep

The Canadian economy weakened surprisingly more in the second quarter than the market and the Bank of Canada expected. Real GDP edged downward by a 0.2% annual rate in Q2. The consensus was looking for a 1.2% rise. The modest decline followed a downwardly revised 2.6% growth pace in Q1. (Originally, Q1 growth was posted […]

Using the CHIP Reverse Mortgage to Supplement your RRIF

General Mark Goode 1 Aug

As you near retirement age, the years of diligently contributing to RRSPs are about to pay off. Understanding Registered Retirement Income Funds (RRIFs) becomes crucial, especially if you have registered retirement savings or pension plans. What exactly is a RRIF? Unlike a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), which serves as a retirement savings account where […]

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