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Why Do We Pay Property Taxes?

Why Do We Pay Property Taxes?

by Frances Hinojosa | Oct 16, 2020 | Blog, Economy, Finance, Homeownership

Property taxes are levied to homeowners as a way to help maintain services in your community that ensure your neighbourhood continues to thrive and remain an attractive place to live and work.   Property taxes represent a key source of funding for municipalities...
Does it Make Sense to Consolidate Debt into Your Mortgage?

Does it Make Sense to Consolidate Debt into Your Mortgage?

by Frances Hinojosa | Oct 2, 2020 | Announcements, Blog, Economy, Finance, Homeownership

In the simplest of times, debt has a way of creeping up and quickly causing grief in our everyday lives, not to mention the havoc it can wreak during a pandemic, creating extra stress and uncertainty.    A debt consolidation mortgage is an affordable way to pay...
How Working from Home Affects Homeownership

How Working from Home Affects Homeownership

by Frances Hinojosa | Sep 25, 2020 | Blog, Homeownership, Productivity

The arrival of COVID-19 has fundamentally changed the way we live our lives – from the way we work, think, dress, shop and interact with others. As a society, we’re also spending more time in our homes than ever before. The days of leaving the house from 9 to 5,...
Mortgage Default Insurance Helps You Buy a Home Sooner

Mortgage Default Insurance Helps You Buy a Home Sooner

by Frances Hinojosa | Sep 18, 2020 | Blog, Finance, Homeownership, Mortgage

One of the most challenging obstacles to homeownership is saving enough money for a down payment. Thankfully, mortgage default insurance provides a break to homebuyers that enables you to put less money down.   The minimum down payment required to purchase a...
What’s the Difference Between a Home Appraisal & Inspection?

What’s the Difference Between a Home Appraisal & Inspection?

by Frances Hinojosa | Sep 4, 2020 | Blog, Homeownership, Mortgage

Both a home appraisal and an inspection are important steps within the home buying process, so it’s well worth your effort to distinguish the differences between them and learn how they can both be used to your advantage to uncover detailed information about a...
Five Popular Debt Myths Dispelled

Five Popular Debt Myths Dispelled

by Frances Hinojosa | Aug 28, 2020 | Blog, Economy, Finance, Homeownership

We’re capable of convincing ourselves of pretty much anything, especially concerning our personal spending habits and debt levels.    When we start spending beyond our means, there are many short-term things we can do that will help put a band-aid on our debt...
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