Latest Mortgage Articles
How To Avoid CMHC Fees In Canada
By Lisa Rennie
Updated on January 14, 2025
Want to avoid paying CMHC fees? We have the tips and tricks you need on to avoid paying CMHC fees in Canada.
Mortgage Default Insurance (CMHC Insurance)
By Priyanka Correia, BComm
Updated on January 14, 2025
Do you have to pay mortgage default insurance? How does it work? Who do you pay it to? Why is it important? What are the premiums?
CMHC Improvement And Other Home Improvement Loans
By Sandra MacGregor
Updated on January 2, 2025
Do you have a lot of renovations to do? Find out what kind of home improvement loan you can get including CMHC improvement.
Mortgage Brokers: Should You Work With One?
By Bryan Daly
Updated on December 20, 2024
Wondering if it's worth working with a mortgage broker? Learn both the advantages and disadvantages of working with a mortgage broker.
Best B Lender Mortgage In Canada
By Lisa Rennie
Updated on December 20, 2024
Can't qualify for a mortgage with a bank? Try getting a b lender mortgage. They're often easier to qualify for than a mortgage with a bank.
Mortgage Broker Vs Bank: Who Should You Work With?
By Shari Talbot
Updated on December 20, 2024
In the market to purchase a house? Can't decide between using a mortgage broker vs a bank? This article is for you.
Co-Op Housing In Canada
By Mark Gregorski
Updated on December 16, 2024
A housing co-op is a corporation that owns a group of multi-unit residences and is usually run as a non-profit organization.
Open vs. Closed Mortgages
By Lisa Rennie
Updated on December 16, 2024
What are the differences between open and closed mortgages? What advantages and disadvantages does each offer? Read on to find out.
Buying Property In The U.S. As A Canadian
By Lisa Rennie
Updated on December 13, 2024
Looking to escape the Canadian winters by purchasing a home south of the boarder? We have everything you need to know about buying property in the U.S...
Minimum Credit Score Required For Mortgage Approval In Canada 2025
By Bryan Daly
Updated on December 13, 2024
We have a lot to tell you about what credit score is needed to qualify for a mortgage in Canada. Even if you have bad credit, you ca still
Will The Mortgage Stress Test Affect Your Mortgage Renewal?
By Lisa Rennie
Updated on December 12, 2024
With the new mortgage renewal stress test rules in place, borrowers looking to renew soon might be faced with a whole new set of problems.
Can The Smith Maneuver Turn Your Mortgage Interest Into A Tax Deductible Investment Loan?
By Chrissy Kapralos
Updated on December 12, 2024
The Smith Maneuver is a legal strategy that helps Canadian homeowners turn their mortgage interest into a tax-deductible investment loan.
