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...
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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...
