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Rental Properties Nathan Lawrence 20 Apr

If you have not yet found yourself skimming the news online today, you may not have heard yet about the Provincial Government’s announcement this morning regarding the Ontario Housing and Rental Markets. The Provincial Liberal Government, laid out for the Province their plan to address issues in key aspects of the Real Estate and Rental […]

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Acceptable Sources of Down Payment Funds

Down Payment Nathan Lawrence 17 Apr

The down payment plays a big role in a home purchase, but did you know that there are rules regarding where those funds can come from?  Here is a breakdown for you outlining the main types of acceptable sources of down payment funds along with information regarding what is required: Your Personal Savings! This being […]

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Down Payment Verification – 5 Key Points

Down Payment Nathan Lawrence 17 Apr

By: Nathan Lawrence One of the essential aspects of every mortgage application is the discussion pertaining to your down payment. Home purchases in Canada require a minimum down payment of your own funds to be put towards the deal. Your stake in the purchase.  It is important that during the discussions with your Mortgage Broker […]

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The Costs of Closing

First Time Home Buyers Nathan Lawrence 8 Feb

So you’ve saved for a down payment for the new home you would like to purchase and have enough money in your piggy bank; however, before you put an offer on your dream home make sure you’ve considered saving for one more thing. This is the closing costs for your home purchase. Most mortgage lenders […]

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Furnish & Decorate Your Home on a Budget!

First Time Home Buyers Nathan Lawrence 12 Oct

After buying your first home there is a good chance your piggy bank is running low and you might not have the budget to spend money on lavish furniture and décor. The most important thing to keep in mind is that everything will come together with time. Here are our top tips for making your […]

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Changes Coming to Mortgage Lending Guidelines – Federal Announcement

Latest News Nathan Lawrence 4 Oct

If you have watched any major Canadian News outlet over the past 24 hours, you have likely heard that the Federal Finance Minister Bill Morneau announced some rather unexpected changes to mortgage lending guidelines which will have a significant impact on Canadian Home Buyers. Presently, the current lending rules for Default (CMHC/Genworth) Insured Mortgages in […]

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