Don’t Be House Poor

General Michele McGarvey 5 Jun

Having the biggest and best home on the block sounds great – but not if it is at the expense of your life and monthly finances! Be smart about your budget and avoid buying a home at the very top of your pre-approval value, which might lead to cash flow issues and being “house poor” […]

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How to Pay Off Your Mortgage Faster

General Michele McGarvey 29 May

When it comes to homeownership, many of us dream of the day we will be mortgage-free. While most mortgages operate on a 25-year amortization schedule, there are some ways you can pay off your mortgage quicker! 1. Review Your Payment Schedule: Taking a look at your payment schedule can be an easy way to start paying down […]

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What You Should Know About Mortgage Amortization

General Michele McGarvey 15 May

Your mortgage amortization period is the number of years it will take you to pay off your mortgage. Depending on your choice of amortization period, it will affect how quickly you become mortgage-free as well as how much interest you pay over the lifetime of your mortgage (longer lifetime equals more interest, whereas a shorter […]

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Frequently (and not so frequently!) Asked Mortgage Questions

General Michele McGarvey 8 May

New to mortgages? Have questions but not sure where to start? We have the answers! What is the best interest rate I can qualify for? Your credit score plays a big role in the interest rate you can qualify for. The riskier you appear as a borrower, the higher your rate will be. While it […]

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Five ways to refresh your home this spring

General Michele McGarvey 1 May

Are you looking to upgrade your home? With warmer weather and extended sunlight hours, spring is the perfect time to give your home a bit of extra TLC. Here are five renovation projects you can do this spring that can increase your home’s appeal, inside and out: 1. Repave your driveway. You may have noticed that […]

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5 Steps to Getting a Mortgage

General Michele McGarvey 24 Apr

While the mortgage process can be daunting, we have broken it down into 5 easy steps to help you get started! Plus, a DLC mortgage expert is happy to help guide you every step of the way so it is even easier to make your dreams of home ownership happen. Options: Your mortgage professional has access […]

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Self-Employed and Seeking a Mortgage

General Michele McGarvey 17 Apr

Approximately 20% of Canadians are self-employed, making this an important segment in the mortgage and financing space. When it comes to self-employed individuals seeking a mortgage, there are some key things to note as this process can differ from the standard mortgage. Qualifying for a Mortgage In order to obtain a mortgage as a self-employed […]

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Make Your Mortgage Work for You

General Michele McGarvey 10 Apr

When it comes to mortgages, it can be easy to get overwhelmed by the sheer number of options! Fortunately, we are here to help! Below are some of the mortgage details that you should understand to ensure that you are getting the best mortgage for YOU: Interest Rate Type Interest rate is one of the […]

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What is the First Time Homebuyer Incentive?

General Michele McGarvey 3 Apr

The first-time homebuyer incentive program is a shared-equity mortgage with the Canadian government that helps qualified first-time buyers reduce their monthly mortgage payments to better afford a home! The Incentive: This program allows you to obtain an incentive from the government to assist with your down payment, thereby lowering your overall mortgage amount and, in turn, […]

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What is an Uninsurable Mortgage?

General Michele McGarvey 27 Mar

When it comes to mortgages, insurance is necessary to protect the lender on these types of loans, which deal in large sums of money. There are three different tiers relating to insurance, which all have different minimum down payment amounts and varying premium insurance fees. Insured mortgages typically have a less than 20% down payment and are […]

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