by Majid Habibi | Aug 16, 2019 | Blog, Finance, Homeownership, Mortgage
For many people, the first step to buying a home involves perusing local real estate listings. While this can be an exciting exercise, before you begin house hunting, you first need to determine how much you can comfortably afford. After all, you don’t want to find...
by Majid Habibi | Aug 2, 2019 | Blog, Homeownership
A lot of people get into hot water when they assume that because they’ve qualified for a mortgage in the past, they will qualify for a mortgage in the future. This article has one point to make and it’s this: Don’t assume anything when dealing with...
by Majid Habibi | Jul 5, 2019 | Economy, Homeownership, Mortgage
There are numerous costs associated with buying a home. While the most common expenses that come to mind include down payment, moving and real estate commissions, there are also additional fees you must pay when the deal closes, known as closing costs. The term...
by Majid Habibi | Jun 21, 2019 | Blog, Economy, Finance, Homeownership, Mortgage
Every six weeks, the Bank of Canada (BoC) meets to decide which direction, if any, interest rates should take. The state of the economy, inflation, household debt and commodity prices are just some of the factors that play a role in this decision. In order to...
by Majid Habibi | Jun 7, 2019 | Blog, Economy, Homeownership, Mortgage
If you’re in the market to buy a home, chances are you’ve already done some preliminary research and discovered there are many different types of lender options – each offering their own unique perks. Historically, securing a mortgage in Canada meant borrowing...
by Majid Habibi | May 17, 2019 | Blog, Economy, Finance, Homeownership, Mortgage
When you’re in the market for a mortgage, it’s important to understand the value of working with an independent mortgage agent who can offer you a full spectrum of solutions catered to your unique needs. Homeownership has become increasingly difficult for many...