News

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Yes, you can reestablish your credit rating

Date Posted: May 18, 2012

For those who have experienced financial hardships such as bankruptcy or simply bad credit, their credit score can be seen as a bump in the road to home ownership. Thankfully, it doesn't have to be that way. Read more...

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Making an offer

Date Posted: May 17, 2012

It is important to remember when making an offer on a home that the offer to purchase is a contract. Putting emotions aside and protecting yourself is paramount. Read more...

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House prices: 9 reasons not to panic

Date Posted: May 17, 2012

To say house prices are going to crash like they did in the U.S. is a stretch. Here are nine reasons why. Read more...

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Got a house? You need a will

Date Posted: May 15, 2012

You can add one more wrinkle to the impact a booming housing market is having on Canadians — it’s getting them to make out a will. Read more...

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Open House - The Real Estate and Mortgage Show

Date Posted: May 14, 2012

Steve, Paul and Lisa Theriault (filling-in for Frank) take all of your real estate and mortgages questions. Read more...

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Want to buy a cottage? Weigh the costs versus the rewards

Date Posted: May 11, 2012

The Victoria Day holiday has historically been “opening weekend” for many cottagers. It is also a time of year that sees a lot of turnover of vacation properties — whether north or south — which might make you wonder how you can achieve your dream of owning a vacation property. Read more...

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Canadian debt loads getting lighter

Date Posted: May 10, 2012

Canadians appear to be taking endless warnings from policymakers to heart by borrowing less and getting their financial houses in order ahead of possible interest rate hikes. Read more...

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CTV News - Mortgage Minute

Date Posted: May 9, 2012

In this Mortgage Minute, Frank Napolitano and Kurt Stoodley discuss the advantages of a portable mortgage. Read more...

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Why we've locked in to a 10-year mortgage

Date Posted: May 8, 2012

As new homeowners, we want to make sure that we are not cash-strapped in case of unexpected expenses. On the other hand, we want to pay down this enormous debt as quickly as possible. That’s why we considered the down payment, amortization, mortgage term and interest rate, and pre-payment privileges very carefully. Read more...

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Open House - The Real Estate and Mortgage Show

Date Posted: May 7, 2012

This week on The Real Estate and Mortgage Show, Erin Peck and Sara Orr fill in for Paul Rushforth. The ladies join Steve and Frank to discuss credit checks and when getting one can hurt you. Read more...