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Mortgage Matters
Low-rate mortgages
As the frenzy of activity continues with our real estate market despite COVID-19, so does the competition of low rate offerings in the mortgage market. These...
Mortgage deferral changes
OSFI, Canada’s banking regulator, is ending the special regulatory treatment they gave banks so they could offer mortgage deferrals for up to six months....
Is it a cottage or cabin?
Rather than COVID-19 slowing down the real estate market, due to pent-up demand or the desire to get away from crowds, the vacation property market is hot in...
Bite of mortgage deferral
Deferred mortgage payments aftermath Many homeowners deferred their mortgage payments at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic and we are now seeing the aftermath...
Spousal buyout mortgage
You might be going through or considering a separation or divorce, but the end of a relationship does not necessarily mean that you will have to sell your home....
Credit repair action list
As a mortgage broker, it is my business to help you get the best rate and terms for your mortgage. Many don’t understand the importance of a credit rating...
Reverse mortgage safeguards
There are many misconceptions surrounding reverse mortgages. There are only two reverse mortgage lenders in Canada and both of them have safeguards in place to...
Buying in today's market
The most recent stats from OMREB (Okanagan Mainline Real Estate Board) confirm that we are still in a buyer’s market in the Central Okanagan. There...
Mortgage rate shopping
The most frequent question that I hear from potential clients is – “What is your best rate?” and why wouldn’t you ask that question? The...
Self-employed and owe tax?
The CRA has extended some of the filing and payment dates due to COVID-19. For people who are self-employed the filing date hasn’t changed and taxes must...
First-time homebuyer tips
If you are a first time home buyer then buying your first home is a very exciting time, but it can also be stressful and you will have lots of questions: What...
Homebuying in a pandemic
You may have been thinking about buying a home but given all the economic uncertainty with the COVID-19 crisis you may now be second guessing yourself and...
Mortgage market update
We are in uncharted territory with the mortgage marketplace continually shifting. Taking care of your financial well-being is at the top of everyone’s...
COVID-19 & your mortgage
I want to share my perspective on the mortgage market and how this virus might affect your mortgage and your ability to pay your mortgage due to layoff or other...
Prime rate drop, now what?
The Bank of Canada made a big announcement this week and dropped the overnight lending rate by 50 basis points to 1.25%. Many banks and other mortgage lenders...
Good debt vs. bad debt
Until recently there was no such thing as ‘good debt’ or ‘bad debt’ as all debt was ‘bad debt.’ Owing money for any reason...
Mortgage check-up time
Hey, I get it. Mortgages are boring! Why would you want to revisit your mortgage every year? Your mortgage is likely the largest investment you will ever make;...
Mortgage pre-approval tips
Is a mortgage pre-approval important? The short answer is ‘yes’! It is definitely important so you have the confidence to move forward with your...
To consolidate, or not?
If you are carrying high-interest credit card debt, car loans or other personal loans you know that it can be challenging to pay off everything that you owe....
Facing foreclosure?
The thought of losing your home can be one of the most stressful situations you can go through. If you find yourself in one of these situations you could be...
