by George Gikas | Nov 29, 2019 | Blog, Economy, Homeownership, Mortgage
The decision to become a homeowner represents a significant milestone. It’s, therefore, extremely important to consider all your options when it comes to the different types of available homes to ensure you find the right one that fulfills as many of your personal and...
by George Gikas | Nov 22, 2019 | Blog
The most popular mortgage selected by Canadians is the five-year fixed-rate option. While this isn’t always the best choice, it’s definitely the most common. But a lot can happen in five years. What if you need to buy a bigger home to accommodate your growing family...
by George Gikas | Nov 8, 2019 | Blog, Homeownership, Mortgage
If you ask most people, the best time to buy a house is in spring. Traditionally, house hunters like to head out when the sun is shining, temperatures are warm and the flowers are blooming. And while all of that may sound lovely, there are many perks associated with...
by George Gikas | Oct 30, 2019 | Announcements, Blog, Mortgage
The Bank of Canada today maintained its target for the overnight rate at 1 ¾ percent. The Bank Rate is correspondingly 2 percent and the deposit rate is 1 ½ percent. The outlook for the global economy has weakened further since the Bank’s July Monetary Policy Report...
by George Gikas | Oct 25, 2019 | Blog, Homeownership, Mortgage
Buying a home is among the largest financial purchases you’ll make throughout your lifetime and a huge commitment – whether it’s your very first or your fifth property – so it makes sense to protect your investment. Once you’ve fallen in love with a home, it’s...
by George Gikas | Oct 18, 2019 | Blog, Finance, Homeownership, Mortgage
Historically, real estate has proven to be a sound investment option. Nowadays, with rental properties scarce and rental fees through the roof, investing in real estate could be considered a great option, especially if you cater to the right demographic in the right...