Introduction: Do You Really Need A Mortgage-Free Home? If you are a homeowner approaching retirement, you might have heard that reverse mortgages are only for people who own their home outright. That belief stops a lot of Canadians from even
7 Smart Truths About Refinancing a Mortgage at Any Time (And Avoiding Costly Penalties) If you’ve ever wondered, “Can you refinance a mortgage at any time?” the honest answer is: yes, usually you can—but whether you should is a totally
Steps to Get Approved for Mortgages After Bankruptcy in Canada Bankruptcy can feel like a hard reset button—emotionally, financially, and sometimes socially too. But here’s the part that surprises a lot of Canadians: bankruptcy does not permanently disqualify you from
1) What is a “Notice of Sale Under Mortgage” in Ontario? A Notice of Sale Under Mortgage is a formal legal notice your lender (or their lawyer) sends when you’re in mortgage default and the lender intends to enforce the
Hard money lenders in Ontario, commonly known as private lenders, offer faster, equity-based mortgage solutions for borrowers who need short-term financing, have bruised credit, or are working under tight timelines. These lenders focus on property value rather than credit scores
Not Paying Your Mortgage for 3 Months Missing a mortgage payment once is stressful. Missing three months in a row can feel terrifying. Collection calls start, letters arrive in the mail, and you may wonder: “Am I going to lose
The Critical Differences Between a HELOC and a Home Equity Loan Every Canadian Homeowner Must Know When you’ve built up equity in your home, it can feel like you’re sitting on a powerful financial tool — and you are. Two
1) What Is Home Equity (and Why It Matters) Home equity is the difference between your property’s market value and the balance of any mortgages or liens secured against it. As you pay down your mortgage and/or your home value
If you’ve completed (or are completing) a consumer proposal and you’re wondering whether homeownership is still on the table—good news: you can absolutely qualify for a mortgage after a consumer proposal. The path is different, and the rules are tighter,
A Helpful Guide on Steps to Take the Moment You Receive a Foreclosure Notice in Ontario First, Understand What You Received (In 20 Minutes or Less) In Ontario, most lenders use Power of Sale rather than full foreclosure. Your envelope
What Is a Reverse Mortgage in Ontario? A reverse mortgage is a loan secured against your home that allows Ontario homeowners aged 55 or older to convert a portion of their home equity into cash, with no required monthly mortgage
7 Ways Debt Could Impact Your Mortgage Renewal (and How to Fix It) Debt doesn’t have to derail your plans—but does having debt affect your mortgage renewal in Canada? The short answer is yes. From credit-card balances to car loans,