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Who wants to be a mortgage broker??? I do, I do!

One of the hardest things I have to do in my job is to explain why someone does not qualify for a mortgage. Why do I have to use a particular equation or can't use the income, or why will...
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Getting Back to A New Normal

Well happy June and getting back to the new normal. Where will you go? Who will you see first? What will you do when we open up again in the fall? Have you gotten your shot? Will you get your...
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Which renovations add the most value to your home?

Are you looking to buy a fixer upper?  Or want to upgrade your existing home to improve your quality of life or accommodate a new way of living? If so, it’s worthwhile to understand which home renovations can help boost...
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Happy May!

So many good things are happening right now.  First, it's spring, and the weather is outstanding. I have my vaccine and getting ready to start travelling again. Next, I'd like you to meet Walter, our 25-pound ten weeks old German...
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Happy Spring!

Don't you love this time of year? The little bits of green peeking out from under the edges of the snow. The midday rays of the sun are warming your face—new beginnings. I love fresh starts; they are the best. ...
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Friday Fun! Mortgage FAQ + Quiz

We are fast approaching the end of the second month of the year. Where does the time go? Winter is in the final stages, and the spring buying market is just around the corner, hopefully. I thought I'd take this...
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Home sales hit record in 2020, Canadian Real Estate Association reports

I want to start by apologizing for the number of information emails you may have received from me lately. In our continued effort to offer a smooth process for my clients, I adopted a new system, and like anything new,...
Jacquie’s Real Life HGTV Experience

Jacquie’s Real Life HGTV Experience!!!

If you’ve ever heard me say something like “oh, if you’re doing a major renovation, make sure your relationship is healthy” or “house building is a long, tough road but it will be worth it in the end”, you might...
Share Your Thoughts

Share Your Thoughts

One of my favourite things about being a mortgage broker is supporting clients AFTER their mortgage closes. I’m here to help you in any way I can and answer any questions that might pop up throughout the year. My business...
Benefits of Home Ownership

Benefits of Home Ownership

There are several reasons that home ownership can offer advantages compared to renting: Wealth accumulation by paying down debt in the form of mortgage payments, whereas rent pays a landlord's mortgage down. Your credit rating improves when you own a...