by Marco Abballe | Mar 19, 2021 | Blog, Economy, Guest Post, Homeownership
An entire year has passed since the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 a global pandemic – and what a year it has been! Faced with uncertainty and unchartered territory, we obeyed public health officials, donned our masks, social distanced, hunkered down and...
by Marco Abballe | Feb 19, 2021 | Blog, Finance, Homeownership
For many Ontarians, buying a new home represents a more suitable option than buying resale. The residential construction industry represents one of the largest sectors in the country, with the Canadian Home Builders’ Association reporting that 25% of all homes...
by Marco Abballe | Feb 5, 2021 | Blog, Economy, Finance, Homeownership, Mortgage
While the interest rate isn’t the only consideration to keep in mind when choosing the mortgage that best meets your needs, it’s important to understand your options. The interest rate will have a direct impact on the overall cost of your mortgage – the higher the...
by Marco Abballe | Jan 15, 2021 | Blog, Economy, Finance, Homeownership, Mortgage
It’s always great to have an alternative option, right?! This theory holds true when it comes to your mortgage choices as well – the broader selection your mortgage agent offers, the more likely you’ll be to secure a mortgage that meets your unique needs. An...
by Marco Abballe | Jan 1, 2021 | Blog, Economy, Homeownership, Mortgage
Many of us drew a collective sigh of relief when putting 2020 behind us, concentrating on the hope for better days to come in 2021. From a financial perspective, 2020 definitely had its challenges. One of the best ways to benefit from a new year is to look at ways to...
by Marco Abballe | Dec 18, 2020 | Blog, Finance, Homeownership, Mortgage
Ensuring homeownership remains an affordable option stretches well beyond monthly mortgage payments. There are numerous recurring expenses known as ‘carrying costs’ that help you maintain your investment and, therefore, must be factored into your budget to avoid...
