by Majid Habibi | Dec 6, 2024 | Blog, Mortgage
Planning your mortgage renewal strategy early with your mortgage agent can prove very beneficial. A proactive approach ensures you’re fully prepared to secure the best possible terms and set yourself up for success throughout your next mortgage term. Here are some key...
by Majid Habibi | Nov 23, 2024 | Blog, Economy, Finance
As the holidays approach, the excitement of gift-giving, family gatherings and overall festive cheer is often accompanied by the challenge of managing finances. Balancing holiday spending while keeping an eye on your long-term goals can be tricky, but achievable. Here...
by Majid Habibi | Nov 15, 2024 | Blog, Homeownership, Mortgage
If you’re self-employed, chances are, you’ve found that securing a mortgage can be more complex than it is for salaried individuals. Lenders often scrutinize your income more rigorously, which can prove challenging. This is another great example where a mortgage agent...
by Majid Habibi | Oct 4, 2024 | Blog, Mortgage
Homeowners who switch lenders when your mortgage term is up for renewal will no longer be subject to stress-test rules – which add a 2% rate surcharge when qualifying your mortgage – as of November 21st, 2024Great News for Mortgage Renewals! This change provides added...
by Majid Habibi | Sep 20, 2024 | Announcements, Blog, Homeownership, Mortgage
The federal government unveiled huge changes to Canada’s mortgage system September 16th, 2024 aimed at helping make homeownership more attainable for first-time homebuyers as well as Canadians purchasing newly-built homes. This is exciting news for homebuyers,...
by Majid Habibi | Sep 6, 2024 | Blog
We’re finally getting some great news on the inflation – and, consequently, the interest rate – front! Canada’s inflation rate continued its downward trajectory in July, with the headline Consumer Price Index (CPI) slowing to 2.5%, according to Statistics Canada. This...
