There are many factors to consider when purchasing a house. It’s a big financial decision and requires a strong plan and a lot of patience. One of the many things you might be considering right now is should you get a co-signer on your mortgage.…
A parent’s first instinct when their child is in need is to help. Now, it’s come time for your child to move out, but they are financially having difficulties. It is becoming a quickly growing issue in Canada that many millennials are struggling to buy…
In today’s hot housing market, things can move pretty quickly, and not just in big urban centres like Toronto or Vancouver. Here in the Muskoka region, we see home, condo and cottage purchases that get pretty competitive, with multiple offers coming in all at once.…
Owning a home or cottage can be just slightly out of reach for many people. Even when individuals feel they are financially ready, they may not qualify for a mortgage and get turned down by their bank. Luckily, this doesn’t necessarily mean that home-ownership is…
Here’s the scenario. You’re three-quarters of the way through your new cottage construction in Muskoka, and you’ve gone over budget. Your bank, who already loaned you money, has told you that you don’t qualify for additional funds. How will you fund the rest of the…
Looking to buy a new home or cottage in Bracebridge or the Muskoka area? You likely are already aware of the fact that buying a home or cottage is one of the largest investments you’ll make. You are also likely aware of the fact that,…
Buying your first home is a very exciting time, and likely the largest purchase you will ever make. There are so many aspects to this process, including the mortgage application, securing financing, and literally hundreds of other details. This is a special time in anyone’s…