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Difference between Pre-qualification and pre-approval

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Difference between Pre-qualification and pre-approval The terms pre-qualified and pre-approved are often used interchangeably but mean essentially the same thing. There is a subtle but significant distinction between the two concepts, even though they share some common meaning. Getting pre-qualified for a mortgage is typically a lot simpler and quicker procedure. However, getting pre-approved will […]

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How to determine the mortgage I can afford?

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How to determine the mortgage I can afford? Real estate purchases financed by mortgages typically represent the single largest investment most people ever make in their lifetimes. What you can afford to borrow is based on a number of factors beyond just what a bank is willing to lend you. You should take stock of

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Quick tips for first-time homebuyers

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Quick tips for first-time homebuyers How will someone know when it’s “the proper moment” to buy a house? maybe a question you have if you’ve been considering it. Is it still ok to think about buying if you don’t have a 20% down payment saved up? Like any major undertaking, the secret to a smooth

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Mortgage broker or Lender: which is the best?

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Mortgage broker or Lender: which is the best? Because they are already familiar with the bank and do business there, some first-time house buyers decide to apply for a mortgage there. There is nothing wrong with this strategy. Some people or couples like to keep all of their financial connections, so to speak, under one

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Mortgage pre-approval and its requirements

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Mortgage pre-approval and its requirements To get pre-approved simply implies that all of the necessary paperwork has been completed. Basically, you need to organise your financial documents (credit report, proof of income, and a calculation of how much of your salary will go toward paying off debt) before you can even begin to shop for

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What is mortgage affordability?

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What is mortgage affordability? After saving up for a sizable down payment, you should then determine how much of a mortgage you can afford, which is the amount you will pay back to the lender each month along with interest. Your mortgage will equal the purchase price of your property minus the amount you have

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Fixed mortgage rate vs. Variable mortgage rate: How do they work?

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Fixed mortgage rate vs. Variable mortgage rate: How do they work? Canadian mortgage applicants can select either a fixed or variable interest rate. The overall interest cost of a mortgage will be affected by the interest rate structure chosen. Your interest rate will either be locked in (called “fixed”) for the duration of your mortgage

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Essential facts about mortgage

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Essential facts about mortgage A mortgage, at its most basic, is a debt taken out to finance the purchase of real estate. A mortgage, like any other loan, has parameters such as an interest rate and an amortisation (payment) schedule. Mortgages are secured by the collateral of the home itself. This means that the mortgage

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New data reveals Canadian rentals exceed $2K for the first time

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New data reveals Canadian rentals exceed $2K for the first time In November, the average rental price in Canada topped $2,000 per month, according to a survey issued on Wednesday. Based on the numbers provided, it appears that renters in Canada are forking over an average of $2,024 monthly to cover their housing costs. This

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Mortgage rates to rise with latest interest rate hike, but the end of raising cycle near

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Mortgage rates to rise with latest interest rate hike, but the end of raising cycle near The increase in interest rates by a half per cent that was implemented by the Bank of Canada on Wednesday signals greater hardship for indebted homeowners and those who are trying to enter the property market because they will

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