by Frances Hinojosa | Oct 30, 2026 | Blog, Mortgage
Your first mortgage renewal can come with a lot of questions. Your lender sends a renewal offer with a new interest rate, but how do you know if it’s competitive? Do you have to accept it? And is there anything else you should be considering before signing? The good...
by Frances Hinojosa | May 29, 2026 | Blog, Mortgage
One of the biggest concerns homeowners are facing right now is significantly increased mortgage payments at term renewal. Many Canadians who locked into historically low interest rates several years ago are now approaching renewal in a much different rate environment....
by Frances Hinojosa | Jan 23, 2026 | Blog, Mortgage
This is something mortgage agents hear far more often than you may expect – usually after a renewal has already been signed, a purchase is well underway or a financial change has created unexpected pressure. By the time many people reach out, their options may be...
by Frances Hinojosa | Jan 9, 2026 | Blog, Mortgage
Many homeowners are surprised when they first learn how their mortgage payments are allocated. If you’ve been paying your mortgage for a few years, you may assume that each payment is steadily chipping away at your principal balance. In reality, during the early years...
by Frances Hinojosa | Nov 7, 2025 | Blog, Mortgage
Selling your current home while buying a new one can feel like a juggling act – with a lot of moving parts, financial considerations and timing decisions involved. But with the right strategy and guidance, the process can be far more manageable than you may expect....
by Frances Hinojosa | Oct 31, 2025 | Blog, Mortgage
When it comes to choosing the right mortgage, there’s no one-size-fits-all answer. From fixed to variable, short-term to long-term, the best option truly depends on you – your lifestyle, comfort level with risk and long-term financial goals. A fixed-rate mortgage, for...
