With the ever-growing competitiveness of the housing market, it’s no secret that real estate has become one of the greatest investments you can make. Better yet, if you’re a homeowner, you have the opportunity to invest in home renovations, which just might hold the key......
Many homeowners often consider using their RRSP to purchase an investment property, but there are many factors to consider before financing a future property with your RRSP. Let’s discuss the basics and implications of using your RRSP to invest, as well as how you can......
Between having to financially balance credit cards, mortgages, and loans, many homeowners often find themselves taking on too much debt. What might surprise you is that this is quite common and by no means a bad thing, especially when you have the option to consolidate......
Since its introduction in 2018, homeowners across the nation have dealt with financial difficulties and challenges when facing Canada’s infamous mortgage stress test. So to help take the stress off any mortgage concerns you may have, the Leap Financial team has broken down exactly what......
The spring season is representative of a fresh start for you, and your financials. Use Your Home Equity To Explore New Opportunities Your home equity is the value of your home today, minus the outstanding balance on your mortgage. And while this may seem......
Distinguishing a home equity loan from a home equity line of credit (HELOC) can be a puzzling topic, especially provided how similar their names are. Both options offer a variety of benefits and drawbacks, however, depending on your financial needs and situation, one option may......
Home equity loans are perfect for homeowners looking to tap into large amounts of capital for home renovations, debt consolidation, and more! But will you qualify for a home equity loan if you have bad credit? In short, you definitely can! Home equity loans emphasize......
We understand just how difficult it can be to keep up with outstanding debt. Whether you have tax bills that are long overdue, or if you’ve steadily started to fall behind on payments, sometimes all you want to do is forget about having to pay......
In 2018, the mortgage stress test was introduced to Canadian’s, and since its inception, the test has caused some difficulty for new and existing homeowners. If you’re in need of a first or second mortgage, or even a home equity loan, you’ve come to the......
