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A Home Equity Loan is a loan obtained on a property that already has a primary mortgage. The house itself serves as collateral for both the primary mortgage and any second mortgage, which means that failure to pay either could result in the property being......

As you may have heard, mortgage rates are going up daily, making it nearly difficult for you to afford mortgage instalments. Here are a few ways to still help you save money on the mortgage. Follow these tips, which will help you save on your......

Mortgage rates are rising, making it difficult for new home buyers to afford the home repayments. Here are some tips to help new homeowners keep their mortgage payments within their budget.   Understanding the Mortgage Types The first and most important thing you must understand......

In mortgage refinance, the bank or lender pays off your previous loan and replaces it with a new one; this is why the term refinance is used. Most borrowers go for refinancing to lower their interest rate and shorten their payment term or to take......

A credit score of 680+ is vital to qualify for the best mortgage rates. But there are many other factors to know about credit scores and how they affect your mortgage rates. Most people don’t even know where to check their credit scores. Whether you......

A mortgage is one of the biggest commitments a consumer can make, considering the average mortgage cost in Canada has gone up significantly in recent years. According to one statistic, the average Canadian resale home price hovered just above $716,000.00. Before diving into such a......

Buying a home is a big decision and can be extremely stressful, especially for those who don’t have much experience. Whether you are renting to have low commitment and the ability to move or you are buying to build equity and create a nest for......