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How Lenders Determine Your Affordability

How Lenders Determine Your Affordability

December 23, 2025 | Posted by: Sherry Corbitt

In the mortgage world, there is often talk about the debt to income ratio. It is essential that it can make or break your chances of getting a mortgage with an A or B lender. Qualifying for a loan dep ... [read more]

The Mortgage Process

The Mortgage Process

December 16, 2025 | Posted by: Sherry Corbitt

If you have never had a mortgage before, you may not be familiar with the process. There are many different steps involved in the entirety of your mortgage. Of course, every mortgage will be different ... [read more]

What is a Home Equity Line of Credit?

What is a Home Equity Line of Credit?

December 12, 2025 | Posted by: Sherry Corbitt

A home equity line of credit (HELOC), is a loan available to homeowners once they purchase a property. Individuals can apply for this loan, by offering collateral of the equity in their home, which if ... [read more]

Don’t Let Your Mortgage Accidentally Roll Into an Open Term

Don’t Let Your Mortgage Accidentally Roll Into an Open Term

December 10, 2025 | Posted by: Sherry Corbitt

Don’t Let Your Mortgage Accidentally Roll Into an Open Term (And cost you extra Interest) One of the most expensive mistakes homeowners make at renewal is doing nothing. If your mortgage matu ... [read more]

Co-Signing a Mortgage: What You’re Agreeing To

Co-Signing a Mortgage: What You’re Agreeing To

December 8, 2025 | Posted by: Sherry Corbitt

There are times when a borrower either doesn’t have a good credit history or cannot afford to get a mortgage because of their debt-to-income ratio. Sometimes, it’s not because of defaulted ... [read more]

How a Reverse Mortgage Can Allow You to Retire

How a Reverse Mortgage Can Allow You to Retire

December 5, 2025 | Posted by: Sherry Corbitt

Reverse mortgages have been a topic of conversation for some time now. Many debate whether a reverse mortgage can help some even to retire. With just a few points, you can be assured that this mortgag ... [read more]

Alternative vs. Private Mortgage Lenders: What’s the Difference?

Alternative vs. Private Mortgage Lenders: What’s the Difference?

December 1, 2025 | Posted by: Sherry Corbitt

If you’re exploring mortgage options and come across the term Alternative lender, you might wonder what that means. In Canada, lenders generally fall into three levels based on credit, equity, i ... [read more]

2025 Year-End Mortgage and Housing review

2025 Year-End Mortgage and Housing review

November 27, 2025 | Posted by: Sherry Corbitt

Title: ???? 2025 Year-End Mortgage & Housing Update Hi there — As we wrap up 2025, I wanted to share a simple, client-friendly look at what’s been happening in Canada’s mor ... [read more]

How to Get a Month Ahead of Your Bills

How to Get a Month Ahead of Your Bills

October 22, 2025 | Posted by: Sherry Corbitt

Costs are going up today in all areas of life. This includes housing, food, and necessities. Many are worried about how they can cope with such drastic increases in living. One of the best ways to man ... [read more]

Side-by-side mortgage scenarios - right on your phone

Side-by-side mortgage scenarios - right on your phone

August 27, 2025 | Posted by: Sherry Corbitt

When it comes to mortgages, one size doesn’t fit all. That’s why I’m so excited to share a tool that makes comparing your options simple, clear, and stress-free — my Mortgage A ... [read more]

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