Happy long weekend!

The Canada Day long weekend is rapidly approaching here in the great white north. I’m looking forward to a nice break, filled with the first birthday party for my friend’s son, at least one barbeque and definitely some fireworks on Monday night. What I’m not looking forward to is the increased amount of fraud attempts… Continue reading Happy long weekend!

Mortgage Monday Rate Update – June 2013

For those that are shopping for a new house, or looking to do a refinance (or even just a simple mortgage renewal), rates and numbers are an important part of the mortgage equation. When rates change even the slightest of percentage points, it could cost or save you thousands of dollars. Every once in a while, here… Continue reading Mortgage Monday Rate Update – June 2013

SPIS

A Seller Property Information Sheet is a form designed to give buyers additional information about the house. It asks sellers to list any known defects, pending work orders or tax increases, oversight by any regulatory body such as conservation authorities, etc. The idea is that, if you disclose everything up front, you reduce your liability.… Continue reading SPIS

2013 Mortgages: A Canadian Market Overview [Infographic]

I came across this fantastic infographic and thought I would share it with you (with permission, of course). It looks specifically at the 2013 Canadian housing/mortgage market. Anything of those facts surprise you? Do you know where you fall in some of those stats? TimTim is a mortgage agent in Barrie who specializes in helping… Continue reading 2013 Mortgages: A Canadian Market Overview [Infographic]