Articles About Mortgages

How to Secure Easy Financing through a Private Mortgage Lender in Canada

If you have bad credit, have irregular income, depend on foreign income, or are new to Canada and don’t have employment history, a private mortgage is well suited to you.

Are we in a buyer’s market? April 2023 Edition

While interest rates have gone up, there are some things that contribute to it being a good time to buy. Many Canadians know that home ownership is a great long-term investment. However, they also acknowledge the higher interest rates may have a negative effect on their ability to buy or sell a home. At this point, 67% of Canadians wouldn’t consider purchasing a home in the early part of 2023.

Mortgage credit score required for mortgage approval in 2023

Can you afford the monthly payments and property taxes as well as any incidentals that might come up? Here’s a guide on what a lender is looking for in terms of your credit score and how to get an approval.

Tips on paying down debt in retirement

In a perfect world, we’d all retire debt free. But the majority of Canadians today are retiring with some debt. In fact, the Financial Post reports a sharp increase in the number of seniors seeking debt relief, and it’s understandable. Carrying debt can be overwhelming, especially on a reduced income. Fortunately, there are tools and resources you can use to help you get your debt situation under control, no matter what stage of life you’re in.

How to Buy a Foreclosed Home in Canada in 2023

Foreclosure may be forced on a homeowner because of criminal activity or bad living conditions. There are many circumstances that can cause someone to be removed from their property. Lenders who keep the liens to properties like this will need to do something to get some of their money back as they will be at a loss. The lender is legally allowed to sell the home, putting it up for sale.

The 10 best real estate apps for Canadians looking for a house in 2023

The technology of real estate has made great progress, making it easier than ever to house hunt while navigating complex home equity loans applications. Here’s our list of the 10 best real estate apps available to Canadians.

Who Can Use a Reverse Mortgage?

There is a specific age requirement in order to take advantage of the benefits of a home equity loan. Watch this video to find out if you’re eligible for a home equity loan.

Will a Reverse Mortgage Affect My Old Age Security?

Find out if a reverse mortgage will have an effect on old age security in this YouTube shorts video.

Canadian Housing Market News 2023

If you’re looking to get a mortgage, you may be able to purchase for less than you could a year ago but you’ll be dealing with much higher interest rates. It’s harder to meet the requirements for a good mortgage rate at the moment as the CMHC changed protocols based on the change in interest rates. However, for those who have excellent credit, the interest rate can be reduced, which is a silver lining. There are a few facts you’ll want to know as a Canadian looking to get in or out of the real estate market in 2023.

The Bank of Canada Interest Rate and How It Impacts Canadians Now and Looking Into the Next Few Years

Interest rates with the Bank of Canada tell a tale of how the economy in Canada is doing. As interest rates rise, consumerism falls so there’s a major impact on Canadians in general. To get the full scope, it’s important to understand the influence of the Bank of Canada. It’s a crown corporation and the main bank of Canada and is responsible for putting together Canada’s monetary policy.