Category: Financing (15 posts)
How Much House Can You Afford? Ask Yourself These Critical Questions to Find Out
July 24, 2019 | Posted by: Ron Manson
It is the perennial question for every first-time homeowner. How much house can I afford? As with so many life-changing decisions, there is no one right answer to this common query, and the size of th ... [read more]
3 Simple Ways to Repair Your Credit
July 10, 2019 | Posted by: Ron Manson
For many Canadians looking to purchase a home, bad credit scores stand in the way of getting a mortgage. Most lenders prefer your score to be 650 or higher. If they do allow for lower credit scores, i ... [read more]
3 Smart Ways to Use a Home Equity Line of Credit
March 13, 2019 | Posted by: Ron Manson
For homeowners across the globe, home equity lines of credit (HELOCs) have become a handy way of tapping into the value of their homes. However, when borrowing money against your home, it is always ... [read more]
How to Improve Your Chances of Being Approved for a Mortgage
December 24, 2018 | Posted by: Ron Manson
For most first time home buyers, obtaining a mortgage is a crucial part of the purchasing process. However, being approved for a mortgage is often easier said than done. It can be disheartening to f ... [read more]
The Pros And Cons Of Reverse Mortgages - A Quick Guide
November 28, 2018 | Posted by: Ron Manson
No matter how carefully you plan, life can put a dent in your retirement funds. A life-altering accident or illness can turn your life upside down. Dipping into your retirement to meet uncovered expen ... [read more]
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Should You Get a Shorter-Term Mortgage, Make Extra Payments, or Something Else?
September 26, 2018 | Posted by: Ron Manson
When getting a home mortgage, if you can afford higher payments, often the option of a 15-year loan instead of one of 30 years is an option. It can be an enticing idea to know that you'll be free of a ... [read more]
Real Estate: How to Refinance a Mortgage with a Bad Credit Score
July 11, 2018 | Posted by: Ron Manson
There are many excellent reasons a homeowner may look into refinancing their mortgage. To refinance means to replace your current mortgage with a new one, almost always with a lower interest rate. For ... [read more]
Planning to Refinance Your Mortgage? Ask These 4 Questions First
April 11, 2018 | Posted by: Ron Manson
Deciding to refinance is a crucial financial move that can help you make significant savings. When you plan properly, do your research, and take time to evaluate where you stand financially, you'll be ... [read more]
How to Maintain a Good Credit Rating Throughout the Year
February 28, 2018 | Posted by: Ron Manson
If you want to make it easier to get an auto loan, mortgage, or new credit card account, you need to maintain a good credit score. It's easy to do so, particularly if you follow the tips presented her ... [read more]
Four Strategies That Can Help You Get Approved for a Mortgage
February 14, 2018 | Posted by: Ron Manson
So, you've decided to take the big step and look into getting what will likely be the biggest loan of your entire life: a mortgage. Applying for a mortgage can be a bit of a nerve-wracking process, es ... [read more]
Looking to Invest? Pay Down Your Mortgage Instead
January 24, 2018 | Posted by: Ron Manson
With all the gloomy news about pension plans in the press you may be worrying whether you should actually be investing in a pension plan or not. A new wave of thinking suggests possibly not. There may ... [read more]
Can You Afford to Buy a New Home?
December 27, 2017 | Posted by: Ron Manson
Is Purchasing a New Home in Your Budget? If you're throwing your hard-earned money away on rent each month, putting that same amount towards your own home could be an incredible advantage. However, i ... [read more]
Why You Need an Emergency Fund And How to Get One
December 1, 2017 | Posted by: Ron Manson
Building an emergency fund is something most people know they should do but few actually get around to doing. A recent study found that nearly two-thirds of Americans did not have an emergency fund, a ... [read more]
The Benefits of Investing in Income Producing Properties
November 10, 2017 | Posted by: Ron Manson
Making money in any real estate venture is a difficult task, and many people don't have the skills (or the stomach) for flipping houses. An alternative to this intrinsically risky activity is to purch ... [read more]
Strategies to Dig Yourself Out of the Debt Hole
November 3, 2017 | Posted by: Ron Manson
Debt. It's something almost everyone will have at some point in their life. But what happens when your debt begins to get the better of you? What options are available? Some simple strategies can he ... [read more]
