Ways to Avoid CMHC Insurance Fees
For a large of number of Canadian homeowners, a portion of their monthly mortgage payment goes toward a mandatory CMHC (Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation) fee. It is automatically added to the payment to cover mortgage default insurance. The result is an increase in the amount due every month. But there are creative ways to lower or avoid CMHC insurance for those who are required to have it in place.
How do you Buy a Home as a Newcomer to Canada?
If Canada is a place you want to call home over the long-term, buying a home here makes a lot of sense. Here are the three most important factors lenders consider when considering whether to lend to someone who’s new to Canada to buy a home.
Buying a House as a Single Lady at Age 24
If you’re in the market for a house and don’t know where to start, here are 5 lessons that Liz Enriquez shares about how she bought her first home as a newly-single person in 2016 at age 24.
The Pros and Cons of Putting Down 20% on a House
Should you put 20% down on your down payment? At the end of the day, there are pros and cons to everything, and Liz Enriquez, who bought her first house at age 24, shares the tips she used toward homeownership in order for you to make the most informed decision for yourself.
How to Buy a Home Guide
Buying a home is a fun and exciting time. For most Canadians it’s the single biggest financial transaction of their lifetime. As such, it’s important to do your homework and come prepared. In this guide, we’ll help you do just that by walking you through the steps of buying a home in Canada.
Qualifying for a Mortgage in Canada and the U.S.
Buying a home is a major expense; for most consumers it is the largest financial investment they will make in a lifetime. People that paid for their homes with cash make up the minority of homeowners. Simply put, having ready money to purchase a home is an ideal situation but is out of reach for most people. The path to owning a home more commonly involves qualifying for a mortgage.
Home Loans for Veterans
Veteran home loans come with distinct advantages for men and women who serve, or have served, in the military. These loans are also available for reservists, active duty service members, and National Guard members.
How Do Second Mortgages Work?
Second Mortgages in Canada Anyone who has bought a home knows the complicated process of getting a home mortgage to finance the purchase. Assuming all has gone as planned, the homeowner has been living peacefully in the house, making payments on time and building equity. These scenarios are suited for second mortgages, if the homeowner…
Home Equity Loans
Home equity loans are another way for homeowners to gain access to money based on the equity they have built in their property. Learn all about home equity loans here.