6 Mar

Bank of Canada maintains policy rate, continues quantitative tightening

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Posted by: Michele Quinn

The Bank of Canada today held its target for the overnight rate at 5%, with the Bank Rate at 5¼% and the deposit rate at 5%. The Bank is continuing its policy of quantitative tightening. Global economic growth slowed in the fourth quarter. US GDP growth also slowed but remained surprisingly robust and broad-based, with […]

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21 Feb

Amortization Options.

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Posted by: Michele Quinn

Your mortgage amortization period is the number of years it will take you to pay off your mortgage. Depending on your choice of amortization period, it will affect how quickly you become mortgage-free as well as how much interest you pay over the lifetime of your mortgage (a longer lifetime equals more interest, whereas a […]

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12 Feb

2023 DLC Awards

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Posted by: Michele Quinn

A huge thank you goes out to all of my clients that supported me in 2023.  These awards would not be possible without you.  I truly appreciate each of everyone of you.  THANK YOU!!

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7 Feb

Making Your Home Workspace More Productive.

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Posted by: Michele Quinn

Fall in love with your home and your workspace again with these tips to help you make your home office space more productive! Establish Boundaries: A key component of being more productive at home is to establish proper boundaries between work and personal life. While not all of us at home have space for a dedicated […]

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1 Feb

Estate Planning: Are You Covered?.

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Posted by: Michele Quinn

“New Year, new you” may be a cliché but it is for a reason! The New Year always has us thinking about where we are now, and where we want to end up. When it comes to your personal goals, a review of your finances and estate should be at the top of your list. […]

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24 Jan

Self-Employed and Seeking a Mortgage.

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Posted by: Michele Quinn

Approximately 20% of Canadians are self-employed, making this an important segment in the mortgage and financing space. When it comes to self-employed individuals seeking a mortgage, there are some key things to note as this process can differ from the standard mortgage. Qualifying for a Mortgage In order to obtain a mortgage as a self-employed […]

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17 Jan

Pantone of the Year.

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Posted by: Michele Quinn

As we enter the New Year, it’s always fun to reflect on the previous twelve months and take a look at what is trending as we move forward. If you’re unfamiliar with the Pantone of the Year, it is more than just a colour to paint your walls. Since 2000, the Pantone Colour Institute has […]

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15 Jan

10 “Must Know” Credit Score Facts

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Posted by: Michele Quinn

If you are in the market for a home or a new car, you are probably very familiar with your credit score. Lenders are one of the primary users of credit scores and it can have a huge impact on whether you get approved for a loan and just how much interest it is going […]

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8 Jan

Mortgage Types 101

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Posted by: Michele Quinn

Mortgage Types 101. Get to know the important basics before you choose your mortgage. You have to be sure you select what is most important to you – lower rates or flexibility. Before you choose a mortgage, take some time to study mortgage types: Closed Mortgage: If you want consistency with respect to rates and the […]

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13 Dec

Mortgage Renewal Benefits

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Posted by: Michele Quinn

  Mortgage Renewal Benefits. Is your mortgage coming up for renewal? Do you know about all the incredible options renewing your mortgage can afford you? If not, we have all the details here on how to make your mortgage renewal work for you as we start to think about 2024. Get a Better Rate Are […]

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