by Robert Stanfield | Dec 10, 2021 | Blog, Mortgage
Saving up for a down payment is the number one obstacle faced by first-time homebuyers, especially as property sales prices continue rising. Did you know that your parents or other immediate family members can often “gift” money to you for use towards your down...
by Robert Stanfield | Dec 3, 2021 | Blog, Homeownership
Multigenerational living is more popular than ever before during the current real estate boom as more Canadians pool their resources with parents or grandparents and buy a single property to make homeownership more affordable. Multigenerational homes enable...
by Robert Stanfield | Nov 26, 2021 | Blog
The holiday season is in full swing – merchandise has been donning retail shelves for weeks, malls are fully decked out, and holiday commercials and TV specials are boosting our festive spirit. Emerging well before Halloween, this blast of merriment may seem a bit...
by Robert Stanfield | Nov 19, 2021 | Blog, Homeownership, Mortgage
If you’re in the market to buy a home and wondering about the first step, start by creating a comprehensive checklist to help navigate the process and ensure you’re prepared for everything that’s involved. One of the items that should appear towards the top of that...
by Robert Stanfield | Nov 12, 2021 | Blog, Finance, Mortgage
Are you feeling anxious about cashflow leading up to the holiday season? If so, you may want to consider refinancing your mortgage to access some home equity as opposed to letting interest build up when you charge your purchases to credit cards or credit lines. ...
