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Mortgage Rule Transformations Since 2008
December 6, 2023 | Posted by: Barb Pinsent - Trusted Fort McMurray Mortgage Associate
Mortgage Rule Transformations Since 2008 Embarking on the pathway to homeownership has always been a significant life milestone, and for Canadians, navigating the twists and turns of the mortgage lan ...
read moreFinancial Freedom: How The Rich Get Richer
November 5, 2023 | Posted by: Barb Pinsent - Trusted Fort McMurray Mortgage Associate
Financial Freedom: How The Rich Get Richer What does financial freedom mean to you? It's a question that might elicit a wide range of responses, and that's the beauty of it – financial fr ...
read moreMortgage Applications: How Leanders Review and Calculate Your Income
October 18, 2023 | Posted by: Barb Pinsent - Trusted Fort McMurray Mortgage Associate
Mortgage Applications: How Lenders Review and Calculate Your Income Navigating the complex world of mortgage applications can be an intimidating journey for anyone. Whether you are a first-time hom ...
read moreTransforming Where We Live and How We Secure Mortgages
October 2, 2023 | Posted by: Barb Pinsent - Trusted Fort McMurray Mortgage Associate
Remote Work Revolution: Transforming Where We Live and How We Secure Mortgages In recent years, a seismic shift has been reshaping our work culture, giving rise to the remote work revolution. The C ...
read moreSecure Your Child's Future: Back to School Homeownership Tips for Parents
September 6, 2023 | Posted by: Barb Pinsent - Trusted Fort McMurray Mortgage Associate
Secure Your Child's Future: Back to School Homeownership Tips for Parents As the summer days wind down and the back-to-school season approaches, Fort McMurray parents have a golden opportunity to n ...
read moreNavigating Divorce: How a Mortgage Broker Can Help with Matrimonial Property
June 4, 2023 | Posted by: Barb Pinsent - Trusted Fort McMurray Mortgage Associate
Going through a divorce is an emotionally challenging time, and one of the significant aspects that couples need to address is the division of matrimonial property. Determining how to handle the famil ...
read moreA Beginner's Guide: Don't Let Property Taxes Sneak Up On You!
May 3, 2023 | Posted by: Barb Pinsent - Trusted Fort McMurray Mortgage Associate
Are you a new homeowner, wondering what all this fuss about property taxes is? Look no further! Property taxes are a necessary part of owning a property and understanding them can save you from unexpe ...
read more2022 vs 2023 Rates & Home Prices
April 18, 2023 | Posted by: Barb Pinsent - Trusted Fort McMurray Mortgage Associate
Interest Rate Update I have some good news and…some good news! Yes, you read that right. On April 12th the Bank of Canada decided to hold the Overnight Rate at 4.50%, which means we won’ ...
read moreGood Debt vs. Bad Debt!
April 5, 2023 | Posted by: Barb Pinsent - Trusted Fort McMurray Mortgage Associate
Debt is a financial tool that allows individuals and businesses to borrow money to achieve their financial goals. However, not all debt is created equal. Some debt can be considered 'good debt,' while ...
read moreIs It Crazy To Consider A Variable Rate In Today’s Market?
March 21, 2023 | Posted by: Barb Pinsent - Trusted Fort McMurray Mortgage Associate
Is It Crazy To Consider A Variable Rate In Today’s Market? When considering a mortgage in Fort McMurray, one of the biggest decisions you will make is whether to go for a fixed or variabl ...
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