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Are Home Values Declining?

April 30th, 2012

Are Home Values Declining?


Reduced PriceThe national average home price was down in March from where it stood last year. But home prices are not declining. Confused?

Average prices are affected by changes in the mix of sales, so year-over-year price comparisons can be like looking in a funhouse mirror: distorted.

To illustrate: line up a class of kids by height, calculate the average. Now excuse the ten ...

Want a CMHC Mortgage Loan Insurance Premium Refund?

April 27th, 2012

Want a CMHC Mortgage Loan Insurance Premium Refund?


CMHC.jpgThis refund provides home buyers with CMHC mortgage insurance, a 10% premium refund and possible extended amortization without surcharge when buyers purchase an energy efficient home or make energy savings renovations.


For Information:


VISIT: CMHC


To Apply online
CLICK HERE

 

For information:
CMHC
604-731-5733




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50 Ways to Green Your Home and Save Money in Greater Vancouver

April 26th, 2012

50 Ways to Green Your Home and Save Money in Greater Vancouver


Saving money in Greater Vancouver is a very popular topic being that Vancouver is one of the most expensive places in the world to own Real Estate. However, I have some good news! The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver has compiled a list to help you make your home more green and SAVE YOU MONEY! Sounds good, right? Click the ...

High Ratio Mortgages on Green Properties - Save Money by Being Green

April 25th, 2012

High Ratio Mortgages on Green Properties - Save Money by Being Green


Green Home Rebate.jpgCMHC has added environmentally friendly features to the Mortgage Loan Insurance it offers. If you use CMHC insured financing to buy an energy-efficient home, purchase a house and make energy-saving renovations or renovate your existing home to make it more energy-efficient, a 10% refund on the Mortgage Loan Insurance ...

Home Buyers’ Plan: Using RRSP's as a Down Payment

April 24th, 2012

Home Buyers’ Plan: Using RRSP's as a Down Payment


RRSP.jpgCanada Revenue Agency’s Home Buyers' Plan lets qualifying home buyers use up to $25,000 of their Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) to buy a home. Couples can use up to $50,000. The home must be a principal residence, the home buyers must not have owned a home within the past five years and the loan must be repaid with 15 years ...

Buying Vancouver Real Estate with No Money Down

April 23rd, 2012

Buying Vancouver Real Estate with No Money Down


No Money Down.jpgZero-down may not be for everyone, but can be a financial breakthrough for the right candidate 


The timing might be spot-on for some prospective Canadian homebuyers to consider a zero-down mortgage. With mortgage rates at historic lows, purchasing your home and saving on rent might be the right financial decision for you. 


A zero-down mortgag ...

10 Steps for Selling Your Home

April 20th, 2012

Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you sell your home.

  1. Sold.jpgDecide when to sell In real estate, timing can influence your home’s selling price. Factors like how quickly you need to sell, whether it’s a buyers or sellers market and seasonality all play a role in your home’s final selling price.
  2. Find a REALTOR® who is right for you I am biased on this one so I ...

Once Again No Change for Variable Rate Mortgage Holders as Key Policy Rate Holds Steady

April 19th, 2012

Once Again No Change for Variable Rate Mortgage Holders as Key Policy Rate Holds Steady


House Percentage.jpgThe Bank of Canada announced today that it is keeping the overnight rate unchanged, although with a stronger economic outlook hinting that it may become necessary to increase rates, but noting that this decision will be "weighted carefully against domestic and global economic developments." 


The Bank's s ...

Financing Your Home

April 17th, 2012

When you're looking to buy a home, it's important to understand the steps for getting a mortgage.

Mortgage terminology

Financing.jpgBefore approaching lenders, you should get to know some basic mortgage concepts. You can start by visiting the Glossary section and read up on mortgage-related terms.

Get pre-approved

Pre-approval of a mortgage is when your lender has reviewed all y ...

10 Steps to Buying a Home

April 16th, 2012

Buying a home is one of the most important decisions you’ll ever make. So it’s always best to get all the help you can. Here are some steps to consider.

  1. Are you ready to buy?

    You should already have saved some of your down payment and you should be good at managing debt like credit cards or student loans. A mortgage is a financial responsibility that also re ...

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