by Jenn Slater | Jan 6, 2021 | Blog, First Time Home Buyers, Mortgage
If you’re looking to save money for a downpayment; or to save money for anything really, it all starts with clarity. First, you want to get clarity around your income, then clarity around your expenses, and then you need a plan. And although this might seem...
by Jenn Slater | Oct 6, 2020 | Blog, First Time Home Buyers, Mortgage
If you’re relatively new to the world of mortgage financing, the term “second mortgage” might cause a bit of confusion; especially if you’re a first-time homebuyer buying your first home. You might assume that when your first term is up or if...
by Jenn Slater | Dec 11, 2015 | Announcement, Blog, First Time Home Buyers, Mortgage
Finance Minister Bill Morneau, announced in a press conference this morning that the Canadian government is making changes to the minimum downpayment in order to “encourage stability in the Canadian housing market.” The federal government has just...
by Jenn Slater | Nov 13, 2015 | Blog, First Time Home Buyers, Homeownership
For many Canadians, buying their first home is the single, largest purchase they will ever make. CMHC’s First-Time Homebuyers Survey provides valuable information about this group with insights into their buying behaviours and preferences. In April 2015, CMHC...