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

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

August 28, 2026 | 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]

Tariff wars, mortgage rates and what it could mean for Canadian homeowners

Tariff wars, mortgage rates and what it could mean for Canadian homeowners

August 23, 2026 | Posted by: Sherry Corbitt

  If you’re wondering whether the latest escalation in the Canada–U.S. trade war is going to push mortgage rates higher, the answer is: it could — but it’s not quite ... [read more]

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

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

August 21, 2026 | 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 to Pay Down Debt Faster

How to Pay Down Debt Faster

July 31, 2026 | Posted by: Sherry Corbitt

It can feel overwhelming to pay down large amounts of debt. However, with some planning, budgeting can be easy and attainable. These are a few tips to pay off debt faster: Tip 1: Develop a budget&n ... [read more]

5 Questions to Ask Before Taking on Debt

5 Questions to Ask Before Taking on Debt

July 24, 2026 | Posted by: Sherry Corbitt

Debt is a financial aspect that most of us encounter in our life. Although it cannot always be avoided, you can limit how much you take on. Consider five questions to ask yourself before you decide to ... [read more]

Building Your Credit Score

Building Your Credit Score

July 17, 2026 | Posted by: Sherry Corbitt

Building your credit score is essential for achieving financial success. It allows for opportunities to borrow money at lower interest rates and additionally qualify for larger loans. These are a few ... [read more]

12th Annual Brooklin Wide Yard Sale is Back!

12th Annual Brooklin Wide Yard Sale is Back!

May 28, 2026 | Posted by: Sherry Corbitt

12th Annual Brooklin Wide Yard Sale is May 30! Here is the map: GOOGLE MAP: MAP TO SALES Join us on May 30th for one of Brooklin’s favourite community events, with over 160 homes particip ... [read more]

Tips for Spring Cleaning

Tips for Spring Cleaning

April 13, 2026 | Posted by: Sherry Corbitt

I am very happy to say Winter is coming to an end as we are beginning to see warmer weather. Spring is an excellent time to declutter and clean your home, allowing for a reset going into the summer mo ... [read more]

Setting SMART Financial Goals

Setting SMART Financial Goals

March 13, 2026 | Posted by: Sherry Corbitt

Having financial goals in place is good. However, setting smart goals can take your goals a step further. Within this blog, we will discuss what smart goals are, what type of smart goals you can set, ... [read more]

Common First Time Home Buyer Mistakes

Common First Time Home Buyer Mistakes

March 6, 2026 | Posted by: Sherry Corbitt

As a first-time buyer, planning ahead is vital to ensure that your first purchase runs smoothly. These are some of the most common mistakes made:  Not Saving A Large Enough Down Payment The ... [read more]

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