by Marco Abballe | Jul 5, 2024 | Blog, Homeownership
College and university residence spaces and local rental opportunities are tight in many areas with concentrated amounts of student population. That’s why it may be a great idea to consider buying a home for your child and their friends/roommates to live in while...
by Marco Abballe | Apr 5, 2024 | Blog, Homeownership
Saving for a down payment is often one of the greatest barriers to homeownership. Fortunately, a First Home Savings Account (FHSA) encourages Canadians to intentionally plan ahead for your entrance into the housing market. First introduced by the federal government...
by Marco Abballe | Feb 17, 2024 | Blog, Homeownership
Are you thinking of giving your home a makeover this year? Using your home equity may be the most economical financing solution to get the kitchen of your dreams or a spa bathroom retreat. And your mortgage agent can help guide you through this process. Home equity is...
by Marco Abballe | Feb 2, 2024 | Blog, Homeownership, Mortgage
Owning a home is a major milestone for many Canadians, but the financial hurdle of coming up with a sufficient down payment can be a significant barrier. To address this, some aspiring homeowners turn to the concept of a gifted down payment – a strategy that can make...
by Marco Abballe | Jan 19, 2024 | Blog, Homeownership, Mortgage
Becoming a first-time homebuyer is an exciting yet sometimes daunting experience, especially when navigating the complex world of mortgages on your own. Many first-time homebuyers find themselves overwhelmed by the pure volume of options available. Fortunately, your...
by Marco Abballe | Dec 17, 2023 | Blog, Finance, Homeownership, Mortgage
Whether you’re becoming a homeowner for the first time or purchasing another property, this is an exciting time. But it also requires some work on your end in order to ensure the mortgage process runs as smoothly as possible. While it may appear as though you have to...
