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How do mortgage brokers get paid? Feb 18th
Q. Is it typical to pay a mortgage broker fee in advance, and before closing?
My broker is saying that I have to pay cash one week before closing, and that he will pay other persons who are involved. I am confused as to why brokers payment in advance and in cash.
–Adil
A. A mortgage broker can obt.... More »
Advice for cash-strapped renters and landlords during COVID-19 May 16th
When the COVID-19 pandemic swept across North America in early 2020, it created a wave of income loss that impacted people from all walks of life. While some individuals have been hit harder than others, it’s difficult to find a group or industry that hasn’t been affected. A small segment of the.... More »
The best Visa credit cards in Canada for 2024 + MORE Dec 6th
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Variable mortgage rates regaining traction as Bank of Canada cuts rates Sep 6th
The decision by the Bank of Canada to cut its key interest rate target this week was good news for borrowers with variable-rate mortgages, bringing back some of the shine for the once popular loans.
The rate cut prompted big commercial banks to lower their prime rates, which are used to set the r.... More »
Best robo-advisors in Canada for 2026 Feb 11th
The name may be offputting, but robo-advisors occupy a key middle way in the investment landscape between do-it-yourself investing and having a live investment advisor. They will cost you a lot less than a commissioned or fee-for-service advisor and the often pricey investment products they recommen.... More »
The Best Credit Cards to Use for the 2018 Holiday Season
– ratesupermarket.ca
There are exactly 14 shopping days left until Christmas, and whether you’re ahead of the game or behind on your shopping list, you may already be feeling some shopping lethargy. But don’t despair: depending on your preferred method of payment, you may be able to get rewarded for running around those stuffy, crowded malls or spending hours scrolling through online catalogues.
We present to you some of RateSupermarket.ca’s 2018 Best of Finance credit card winners that can reward you on each dollar you spend and make your holidays just a bit brighter.
If you’re a student coming home for the holidays…
Though the holidays can pose as a stressful time for anyone, early December is an especially challenging time for a college or university student. Exam season can be mentally and physically taxing to say the least. And if money is tight and you’re looking for ways to relax, maybe a night watching the latest Avengers movie or the newest Fast and Furious release (they seem to be coming out with a new one every few months) is what you need…
