by Robert Stanfield | Sep 24, 2021 | Blog, Homeownership, Mortgage
As the saying goes, nothing worth having comes easy. This holds especially true when buying a home and obtaining a mortgage. While the prospect of turning the dream of homeownership into a reality is both exciting and rewarding, the journey itself can be long and...
by Robert Stanfield | Sep 17, 2021 | Blog, Mortgage
When people say it takes a community to raise a family, a similar mentality can be applied to the importance of surrounding yourself with a team of experts before you begin your homeownership journey. Buying a home is a huge milestone and among the largest...
by Robert Stanfield | Sep 10, 2021 | Announcements, Blog, Homeownership, Mortgage
Housing affordability is always an election hot topic – and this year is no different. Perhaps the most notable pledge in the Liberal party’s housing platform, and the one that’s attracted the most commentary, is a call to ban blind bidding as part of a new Home...
by Robert Stanfield | Sep 3, 2021 | Blog, Economy, Mortgage
Building a new property from the ground up is an exciting challenge as you get to customize your home based on your family’s specific wants and needs. The building process as well as construction financing is much different than the typical homeownership journey, so...
by Robert Stanfield | Aug 20, 2021 | Blog, Finance, Homeownership, Mortgage
As a homeowner, if you’re unable to make regular mortgage payments, the loan will ultimately fall into a state of default, forcing you to forfeit all rights to the property. This is called foreclosure. Foreclosure is a lengthy and costly process that should be...
by Robert Stanfield | Aug 13, 2021 | Blog, Homeownership, Mortgage
“OK boomer”. This common, cross-generational catchphrase with a hint of affection and a heap of irony is used by younger generations when speaking to those whose opinions and outlooks are perceived to be out of touch. Just the same, Canada’s boomers (aka Baby Boomers)...