The latest from the team at Patching Mortgage
Why use a Broker vs a Bank
Today, about 30% of Canadian homeowners arrange their mortgages through mortgage brokers – independent specialists with extensive knowledge of mortgage lenders’ product offerings, their features
Mortgage 101
I thought I would highlight some valid information about Mortgages that everyone should know when they are considering buying soon. Fixed Rate Mortgage locked interest
Amazing what $20 a month can do
So I was inspired by a recent article on canadianmortgagetrands.com titled “A Little Extra” and they talked about how increasing your monthly mortgage payments by
Home Buying: You vs Your Parents
As a mortgage broker, I meet all kinds of aspiring home-buyers, from young professionals to middle-aged parents and retirees. The one thing I often hear
Everything first time home buyers should know
As a Broker my goal is to make sure my clients are as prepared as possible for the buying process. Therefore I thought I would
Hear from the Experts – Financial Planner Jarnael Payer with help on a down payment savings plan
As promised every month I will be showcasing a professional that is dedicated to helping you achieve your financial or real estate goals. This month
Saving for a Down Payment
I get told all the time “Dan, I would love to buy right now but I can’t afford the down payment”. Well here are some
Hear from the Experts – First Time home Buyers Tips
I had the pleasure of sitting down with Realty Expert Kendall Ayres of Sutton Seafair Realty and picked her brain about what First Time Home
10 WORST FIRST-TIME HOMEBUYER MISTAKES
1. You Lack Vision It’s worth putting a little sweat equity into your home and be able to afford something bigger. Its amazing the difference a
Winter Coat Drive
December and January are some of Vancouver’s coldest months. I had just finished helping Realtor Libby Williams collect new and slightly used clothing for the
2012 Christmas Colouring Contest Winner
This December Realtor Kendall Ayres of Sutton Seafair Realty and I hosted our annual Christmas Colouring contest. It was a great seeing the artistic ability
Rich Dad Poor Dad Review
I just finished reading Rich Dad Poor Dad. It was a very inspirational read and emphasizes creative ways people can earn money. I thought I