by Majid Habibi | Jan 9, 2026 | Blog, Mortgage
Many homeowners are surprised when they first learn how their mortgage payments are allocated. If you’ve been paying your mortgage for a few years, you may assume that each payment is steadily chipping away at your principal balance. In reality, during the early years...
by Majid Habibi | Dec 5, 2025 | Blog, Mortgage
The holiday season has a way of sneaking up on us, and with it comes a lot of extra costs. Between gifts, travel, entertaining and seasonal activities, it’s easy for expenses to pile up quickly. With a bit of planning and intention, however, you can enjoy the holidays...
by Majid Habibi | Nov 28, 2025 | Mortgage
Canada’s housing market has continued its sluggish trajectory through 2024 and into 2025, with formerly high-pressure regions like Toronto experiencing an unmistakable slowdown. A combination of recessionary pressures, elevated post-pandemic interest rates, and a...
by Majid Habibi | Nov 7, 2025 | Homeownership, Mortgage
Selling your current home while buying a new one can feel like a juggling act – with a lot of moving parts, financial considerations and timing decisions involved. But with the right strategy and guidance, the process can be far more manageable than you may expect....
by Majid Habibi | Oct 31, 2025 | Blog, Mortgage
When it comes to choosing the right mortgage, there’s no one-size-fits-all answer. From fixed to variable, short-term to long-term, the best option truly depends on you – your lifestyle, comfort level with risk and long-term financial goals. A fixed-rate mortgage, for...
by Majid Habibi | Sep 6, 2025 | Blog, Mortgage
Being your own boss definitely comes with benefits, including flexibility, independence and the ability to build something on your own terms. But when you’re buying a home, self-employment can make securing a mortgage more challenging. Traditional lenders often rely...
