by George Gikas | Aug 16, 2019 | Blog, Economy, Homeownership, Mortgage
Prior to securing your first mortgage, you considered a number of different factors such as the rate, term, amortization period and other important features. So, before your mortgage reaches its maturity date (in five years or however long it has been set), it’s...
by George Gikas | Aug 2, 2019 | Blog, Economy, Homeownership
Not only is it important to choose the right mortgage product and rate that’s catered to your unique needs, but it’s also vital to repay your mortgage in a way that will save you the most money. The schedule you choose for your mortgage repayment can have a...
by George Gikas | Jul 12, 2019 | Blog, Economy, Homeownership, Mortgage
Over the past several years, it has become increasingly difficult for many people, particularly first-timers, to enter the housing market. This is due to a variety of factors, but most notably tighter mortgage rules implemented by the federal government – including...
by George Gikas | Jun 7, 2019 | Economy, Finance, Mortgage
There are numerous costs associated with buying a home. While the most common expenses that come to mind include down payment, moving and real estate commissions, there are also additional fees you must pay when the deal closes, known as closing costs. The term...
by George Gikas | May 25, 2019 | Blog, Economy, Finance, Mortgage
Every six weeks, the Bank of Canada (BoC) meets to decide which direction, if any, interest rates should take. The state of the economy, inflation, household debt and commodity prices are just some of the factors that play a role in this decision. In order to...
by George Gikas | May 3, 2019 | Blog, Economy, Finance, Mortgage
If you’re in the market to buy a home, chances are you’ve already done some preliminary research and discovered there are many different types of lender options – each offering their own unique perks. Historically, securing a mortgage in Canada meant borrowing...
