Scare Up Some Savings + MORE Nov 1st

Happy Halloween! The ghoulish holiday has arrived, and with it the parties, getups and treats. In fact, a recent study finds Canadians will shell out more this year than before. Is your wallet screaming yet?

And that brings us to another terrifying financial undertaking – choosing your mortgage. The results are in from our Online Mortgage Survey on what YOU need to make the best choice. Read on for the full story.
In Mortgages: The Right Pro is as Important as Price
Home buyers may be turning to online resources to learn more about their mortgage options – but our recent study finds mortgage brokers remain an integral part of the process. In fact, 73 per cent of respondents say connecting with a pro is an absolute must when searching for that perfect mortgage rate. Read on for our findings, and to learn more about how a broker can help you save on your mortgage.
Read Penelope’s Blog | The Right Pro is as Important as Price
In Credit Cards: Could This Be The End of Credit Card Interchange Fees?
Did you know – you pay for credit card swipe fees in-store, even when you pay with cash or debit? Interchange fees have been a point of contention with retailers for years – and now the Conservative government wants credit card providers to lower them – or face a ruling if compromise cannot be reached…

Mortgage advisors know that a great rate and a great mortgage are not synonymous. Regular interest expense is only one component of total borrowing cost. But how do you convince consumers of this when rates are the only thing they can easily compare? How do you convey that avoiding potential costs (like high mortgage penalties, refinance restrictions, […]