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Fraud Prevention Month: Understanding Contracts

You will come across many contracts in your life, whether it be for credit cards, gym memberships, car loans or mortgages. Without understanding how to handle contracts, you could be opening yourself up to potential fraud or scams. March is ‘Fraud Prevention Month’, so now is the perfect time to arm yourself with a real understanding of how mortgages work. Here’s what you need to know before you sign anything: Shop around, do your research. Make sure you have a full understanding of what each company is offering you. The more information you have, the more negotiating power you’ll have. Things to look for and compare:…

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9 Mar 2017

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Fraud Prevention Month: Protecting...

You may have noticed in the media lately, that social media, Internet and app-focused scams are on the…

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1 Mar 2017

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Canadians are more vigilant on fraud...

According to a recent survey released by Equifax Canada, Canadians are showing signs of increased vigilance when it…

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22 Feb 2017

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Watch Out for Tax Scams this Season

As we head into tax season in Canada (due April 30, 2017), CRA and police are warning Canadians about…

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16 Feb 2017

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Tips for Unmarried Couples Buying Real...

According to a new report from Genworth Canada, more unmarried couples are choosing to buy a home together,…

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8 Feb 2017

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Can you qualify for a mortgage if...

It’s a common misconception we hear about a lot in the mortgage industry—you can’t get a mortgage if…

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1 Feb 2017

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Is Calgary Canada’s Affordability...

A recent Globe and Mail story is putting the attention on Calgary in a positive way, focusing on…

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25 Jan 2017

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10 questions to ask before choosing a...

The homebuying process is full of question-asking, as you will want to interview for the right professionals to work…

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18 Jan 2017

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Breaking Down the Mortgage Insurance...

Both CMHC and Genworth announced identical mortgage insurance premium hikes yesterday, which is causing a bit of panic,…

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11 Jan 2017

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CREB 2017 Forecast: Social Media Recap

Today, CREB hosted their annual forecast and tradeshow, shedding some light on what the housing market will bring…

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4 Jan 2017

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New Year Resolutions: How to Buy a Home...

Did you make a New Year’s resolution to finally buy a home this year? Well, the good news…

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3 Jan 2017

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New Year Resolutions: How to Tackle...

After the added expenses of the holiday season, and the ringing in of a new year, many people…

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14 Dec 2016

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What Newcomer First-Time Buyers Should...

Navigating the real estate market for the first time can be tricky, but if you’re also new to…

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