Obtaining a mortgage or secured line of credit in Canada at the best rates is often a daunting task. We can help! Read the articles below for more info.
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An inside look at how your loans — and spending — affect your credit score Apr 6th
Having a variety of loans could help strengthen your credit score — or harm it, depending on your spending and payment history. But a credit card, car loan and mortgage work differently, making it hard to know how to improve your number..... More »
How to find room to save in 2026—even with tight budgets Jan 11th
Saving more in 2026 is a common new year’s resolution, but with budgets tight and inflation driving the cost of groceries and everyday necessities higher, it’s easier said than done. Financial planning experts say it takes a careful review of where you’re spending to find ways to s.... More »
Financial infidelity hurts, but there are ways to get past it + MORE Oct 22nd
The down payment for your home purchase is topped up, and it’s finally the day you and your partner meet with a mortgage adviser. But something isn’t clicking. When the adviser runs a credit check, your joint report comes back in shambles with unexpected outstanding debt. The adviser ca.... More »
Thinking of a private mortgage? Here’s what lenders want to see + MORE May 9th
Private mortgages continue to play an important role in today’s Canadian housing market, especially as traditional lending guidelines tighten. Yet many borrowers are surprised to learn that private lenders don’t simply look at one or two factors — they assess a wide range of details that can m.... More »
Mortgage debt rising fastest among Canadians nearing retirement, data show Apr 27th
Older homeowners are increasingly leveraging equity to help younger buyers, raising long-term financial risks as retirement approaches.... More »
CMHC reports annual pace of housing starts slowed in March
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Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. says the annual pace of housing starts in March slowed compared with February.How to keep your home after separation—even if you don’t qualify alone
– canadianmortgagetrends.com
Separation and divorce are hard enough without throwing mortgage stress into the mix. One of the most emotional questions we hear is, ‘I want to keep the house, but I don’t make enough on my own to qualify—what can I do?’
