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Lawyers Office Document For Home Purchases

What To Expect At The Lawyers Office

16 January 2025

The costs associated with buying a home. Legal Fee: $1100.00 and upDisbursements: $450.00 - approx. These are expenses that the lawyer pays on your behalf, e.g., courier.Land Transfer Tax: $ (To be confirmed by the lawyer)Document Registration: $142.60 approximatelyTitle Insurance:...

Understanding The BoC & Prime Rate

8 January 2025

Ok, more rate chat to clear up confusion - When the Bank of Canada lowers their rate, this is not a consumer rate - Read on for my response to a client email. From the client: Hi, It’s us again....

What Does It Mean to Be a Co-Signer for a Mortgage?

7 January 2025

A co-signer can be the key to helping someone achieve homeownership when they don’t meet the necessary requirements on their own. Understanding what it means to be a co-signer and the implications involved is essential before committing to this responsibility....

Let’s Talk Mortgage Rates: Why Are Fixed Rates Going Up While the Bank of Canada Is Cutting Rates?

9 October 2024

Wait, what? The Bank of Canada is lowering rates, but fixed mortgage rates are still on the rise? It seems like a contradiction. If you’re wondering how that’s possible, you’re in the right place. In this blog post, we’re pulling...

How I Became A Mortgage Broker – April 2024 Newsletter

24 April 2024

Please take a moment to read my latest newsletter. Topics covered are: How I Became A Mortgage Broker Walter Update The Return of 30 Year Amortizations for First-Time Home Buyers Are Fixed Rate on the Rise? Read Newsletter

May Day! May Day

5 May 2022

May Day, May Day! No, not really. But Mother Nature could turn up the heat a little, burrr. Since the global financial crisis of 2008, we have been enjoying the high life; yes, yes, we have. Money has been...

Inflation, The Bank of Canada, and Rising Rates. YAWN!

27 January 2022

Happy New Year!! The first newsletter of the year should be filled with light and fluffy news, right? Wrong! Today, we will chat about inflation, the Bank of Canada, and rising rates. YAWN! Ok, there will be a Walter update...

Home Maintenance Checklist

6 November 2021

I hope this email finds you well and ready to roll-up your sleeves. As a homeowner, you may find it challenging to keep track of the numerous maintenance tasks required to keep your home healthy and in tip-top shape. Trust...

Canada Housing Market: Slower Price Growth

31 October 2021

Just when you thought you heard enough about housing, here’s more. The housing market is now showing signs of returning to earth. The COVID-19 pandemic drove massive activity in the Canadian housing market. The drop in interest rates, combined...

What really happened in 2020??

31 October 2021

For those who are statistics minded. Find the Residential Mortgage Industry Report for 2020. Enjoy. Download Report

Claude-Andre Bertrand

21:34 04 Feb 25

You need a mortgage? You need an unbiased expert advice? You've found the right person in Jacquie Bushell !!!I recently had the pleasure of chatting with Jacquie Bushell for my mortgage needs, and I cannot express enough how impressed I am with her professionalism, knowledge and desire to help. She took the time to listen to my personal situation, my financial situation and my goals in order to tailor a perfect mortgage plan.Throughout the process, Jacquie's professionalism and responsiveness stood out. She was thorough in explaining all the details, patiently answering my questions (and I had many!), ensuring I felt confident in every decision made. She made sure I understood my options and that I was fully aware of what to expect. Jacquie promptly answers your calls and emails.I highly recommend Jacquie for anyone seeking a mortgage broker who will advocate for their clients and deliver outstanding results.Thank you Jacquie!

Tyler Furness

21:03 04 Feb 25

Jacquie has always had my best interests in mind, and is always receptive to last minute calls or questions. She goes out of her way to ensure I am informed, and prepared for what to expect with mortgages. She provides regular updates, and is very professional. I would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone.

Ryan Kennedy

19:45 04 Feb 25

Jacquie is wonderful to work with, she's professional, friendly and efficient and never rushes the conversation.All the positive things mentioned in all the reviews are absolutely true.

Catherine Semple

18:51 04 Feb 25

Jacquie put me right at ease when arranging my mortgage renewal. With these challenging times it was refreshing to speak with someone extremely knowledgeable and empathetic. The entire process was very quick and easy. I wish I had met her years ago! I would highly recommend her.

susan kent

00:20 04 Feb 25

Jacquie is the BEST person to work with you to solve your Mortgage needs. I have dealt with her for over 25 years, and everyone in my family has their mortgages booked through her, along with many friends. She is the only Mortgage Agent that I ever refer to anyone. Look no further! You have found the person that you need to help you and meet your needs.

GT Traps

04:09 12 Dec 24

Jacquie is a true professional. I have worked with her on multiple property mortgage renewals. Her knowledge, experience and dedication is top notch. She takes the time to explain all scenarios and answers all questions. White glove service at its finest. She loves what she does and truly cares about her clients. Plus, she is very friendly and has a great sense of humour. I wouldn't trust anyone else with these difficult decisions especially in this economy. Highly recommend.

Rosemary

00:46 11 Dec 24

We have had the absolute pleasure of working with Jacquie for many years, spanning two generations of our family. Her expertise, dedication, and genuine care have made every step of the mortgage process seamless and stress-free.What truly sets Jacquie apart is her accessibility – she’s always just a phone call away, ready to answer questions, provide guidance, or offer reassurance whenever we need it.Her personalized service and unwavering commitment to her clients have made her an invaluable part of our family’s journey. We couldn’t recommend Jacquie more highly to anyone looking for a reliable, knowledgeable, and compassionate mortgage broker. If you have a dream, she will help make it come true!

Blair Butler

16:27 29 Nov 24

Working with Jacquie was an absolute pleasure! From the very start, Jacquie was incredibly attentive and took the time to understand our needs. She worked tirelessly to find us the best rate available, and we couldn't be happier with the outcome. What really stood out was her professionalism combined with a genuinely friendly approach that made the entire process feel smooth and stress-free. Jacquie was always available to answer our questions and provided clear, timely updates every step of the way. Her expertise and dedication made a significant difference, and I highly recommend her to anyone in need of a knowledgeable and personable mortgage broker!

Chris Hobbs

19:26 26 Nov 24

We have been dealing with Jacquie for 14 years now. She is hands down the best. Even if she’s not actively searching for a mortgage for you she will give you the best advice possible on renewals, refinancing or money in general. She has saved me money at every turn and helped me make sound financial decisions almost my entire adult life. Thanks Jacquie!!!

Natasha Schreurs

01:54 19 Nov 24

Jacquie is wonderful and our family highly recommend her to aid in your mortgage success. She is organized, highly professional, well informed and educated. She is kind and compassionate and offers amazing service. We have had the pleasure of working with Jacquie on three home purchases and sells and the service was above and beyond. She is open and willing to work with you and give you all the best options. If we buy again, she will be the one we call!

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What To Expect At The Lawyers Office

Understanding The BoC & Prime Rate

What Does It Mean to Be a Co-Signer for a Mortgage?

Let’s Talk Mortgage Rates: Why Are Fixed Rates Going Up While the Bank of Canada Is Cutting Rates?

How I Became A Mortgage Broker – April 2024 Newsletter

May Day! May Day

Inflation, The Bank of Canada, and Rising Rates. YAWN!

Home Maintenance Checklist

Canada Housing Market: Slower Price Growth

What really happened in 2020??

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