The benefits of giving money to family with the help of a Reverse Mortgage. While there are practical reasons for helping your family with an […]
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Can you get a mortgage after filing for bankruptcy? Filing for bankruptcy is not something you should take lightly. While it may offer financial relief […]
In 1981, the average savings rate among Canadians was 19.9%. As of 2018 and for the past decade, the savings rate has dropped to […]
Home Equity Loans, also known as Private Mortgages for the self-employed. Sometimes small business owners, even successful ones, find themselves owing large personal income tax […]
You are in your retirement years and want to stay in your home for as long as possible. You love your neighbourhood, your neighbours, friends, […]
Private Mortgages and Private Mortgage Lenders often have a negative reputation, especially in the media. Unfortunately, these types of loans are often inaccurately reported on. […]
Taking out a Second Mortgage against your home can be very helpful as long as you know what you’re getting into. Let’s first discuss what […]
As Canadians, we understand how cold and wet our winters can be. By the time October and November roll around, we are thinking about how […]
Home Equity Loan Vs. Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) Contrary to popular belief, a Home Equity Loan is NOT the same as a Home […]
A Home Equity Loan can be used to access up to 75% of the value of your home. The money you receive from a Home […]
Reverse Mortgages are for Canadian homeowners age 55+. Here a great video explaining the benefits of using your home equity to access tax-free money for […]
A reverse mortgage is not a blanket solution for every Canadian homeowner age 55+. It is a great tool but there are other options to […]
A private mortgage or home equity mortgage should be used carefully. As we discussed in our previous article “How Much Do Home Equity Loans Cost?”, […]
Reverse mortgages are not a one size fits all solution. It’s important to understand the pros and cons as with any major decision. Let’s first […]
There are 5 costs associated with both traditional mortgages from a bank as well as home equity loans from alternative lending sources. The only out […]
