Latest Mortgage Articles
What Is An Mortgage Amortization Schedule?
By Lisa Rennie
Published on June 14, 2024
When it comes to paying your mortgage, your amortization period can have a big effect on your mortgage payment and costs.
What Is A Rural Development Loan In Canada?
By Lisa Rennie
Published on June 14, 2024
Looking to purchase a house in a remote or rural part of Canada? Find out how you can finance one using a Rural Development Loan.
Canada’s RRSP Home Buyers’ Plan
By Caitlin Wood, BA
Published on June 13, 2024
Are you buying your first home and need financial help with a down payment? Canada's Home Buyers' Plan may be just what you need.
Porting A Mortgage | What Does It Mean?
By Bryan Daly
Published on June 11, 2024
Everything you need to know about porting your mortgage and when it's actually a good idea.
Deed In Lieu Of Foreclosure In Canada: An Alternative To Foreclosure
By Lisa Rennie
Published on June 11, 2024
A deed in lieu of foreclosure is when you agree to voluntarily hand over the deed to your home to the lender instead of going through a foreclosure.
Pros And Cons Of Buying A House vs Buying A Condo
By Lisa Rennie
Published on June 10, 2024
What are some of the disadvantages and advantages of buying a house or a condo?
The Costs Of Owning A Home In Ontario
By Lisa Rennie
Published on May 31, 2024
Wondering how much it costs to own a home? Let's look beyond mortgage closing costs and analyze exactly are the monthly costs of owning a house in Ont...
When Is The Best Time To Buy A House?
By Lisa Rennie
Published on May 31, 2024
Learn how to determine whether or not it's a good time to purchase a house.
What Is A Power Of Sale For A Mortgage?
By Jessica Martel
Published on May 28, 2024
A power of sale essentially allows the lender - not the homeowner - to sell the home if the borrower defaults on the mortgage.
High Ratio Mortgages And Default Mortgage Insurance
By Sandra MacGregor
Published on May 23, 2024
Are you putting less than 20% on your home? Then you'll have a high-ratio mortgage. Find out how that'll affect the amount of default insurance you'll...
How To Avoid CMHC Fees In Canada
By Lisa Rennie
Published on May 23, 2024
Want to avoid paying CMHC fees? We have the tips and tricks you need on to avoid paying CMHC fees in Canada.
Can You Defer Your Mortgage Payment?
By Bryan Daly
Published on May 14, 2024
A mortgage deferral is a great short-term solution to financial hiccups. Find out everything you need to get a mortgage deferral.
