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Debt Reduction Key as Interest Rates Soar

July 21, 2023 | Posted by: Lorne Andrews

There are lots of reasons people fall into debt but only one way out — and it requires a combination of planning, discipline, and persistence. With the rise in interest rates, there is no better ...

Home Selling Season is Around the Corner: Tips to Get Ready

April 17, 2020 | Posted by: Lorne Andrews

Home selling season is rapidly approaching. In most cases, spring is the top time to sell a home. One reason spring is the top-selling season is that home buyers align their moving schedule with their ...

Should You Pay Off Your Mortgage Early?

April 3, 2020 | Posted by: Lorne Andrews

It's a dream to be able to pay off your mortgage early, but is there a downside? While it sounds like a great idea, there are some factors to consider before doing so. This article will ex ...

Real Estate 101: Essential Tips for First-Time Home Buyers

March 27, 2020 | Posted by: Lorne Andrews

Buying a home is always a big decision, but when you're a first-time buyer it's even more important to get it right. Without home-buying experience to draw on, it's easy to make mistakes you could reg ...

10 Essential Tips for Taking Out Your First Mortgage

March 20, 2020 | Posted by: Lorne Andrews

Taking out your first mortgage presents a major financial commitment, possibly the biggest one you'll ever make, so it's crucial that you get the best deal available. Getting a mortgage is often not a ...

Should You Refinance Your Mortgage?

March 13, 2020 | Posted by: Lorne Andrews

There are a multitude of reasons why a homeowner may be considering refinancing their mortgage. However, before any final decisions are made it is always a good idea to consider carefully whether refi ...

Should You Spend the Full Mortgage Amount You're Approved For?

March 6, 2020 | Posted by: Lorne Andrews

Before you start shopping for a new home, you'll need to know exactly how much house you can afford. Otherwise, you could end up in a home that is way out of your budget. What you qualify for may not ...

Take Advantage of Low Interest Rates – Refinance Your Mortgage Today!

February 28, 2020 | Posted by: Lorne Andrews

Borrowers are loving the current record low interest rates, and homeowners stand to benefit even more. If you bought your home more than a few years ago, you could probably benefit from a refinance ...

Strategies to Dig Yourself Out of the Debt Hole

February 21, 2020 | Posted by: Lorne Andrews

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 ...

Why You Need an Emergency Fund And How to Get One

February 14, 2020 | Posted by: Lorne Andrews

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 ...

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