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How to Re-Establish Your Credit Score For Free

How to Re-Establish Your Credit Score For Free

May 26, 2025 | Posted by: Sherry Corbitt

Do not worry if you have low credit and need to bring it back up, whether for a loan or mortgage. Although regaining yourself from low credit, there are many steps to do to re-establish it. There are ... [read more]

2025 Brooklin Wide Yard Sale

2025 Brooklin Wide Yard Sale

May 23, 2025 | Posted by: Sherry Corbitt

May 24th Brooklin Wide Yard Sale Map ... [read more]

Mistakes to Avoid When Paying Off Your Debt

Mistakes to Avoid When Paying Off Your Debt

May 9, 2025 | Posted by: Sherry Corbitt

Debt is an aspect of life that cannot be avoided. Whether it’s a mortgage, car, or credit card debt, it certainly is inevitable. Dealing with debt can be exhausting and difficult for numerous in ... [read more]

Buying Your First Home with a Friend or Sibling: A Quick Guide

Buying Your First Home with a Friend or Sibling: A Quick Guide

January 24, 2025 | Posted by: Sherry Corbitt

Purchasing your first home is tough in today’s market, but co-owning with a friend or family could open new doors. Here’s what you need to know for a smooth and successful experience: W ... [read more]

Saving up For Your Down payment in 1 Year

Saving up For Your Down payment in 1 Year

January 24, 2025 | Posted by: Sherry Corbitt

To get approved for a mortgage, you need to put money down on your down payment. Depending on what type of lender you are with, you will need a down payment of 5% or up to 20% of the purchase price. T ... [read more]

Renting Vs Owning?

Renting Vs Owning?

January 24, 2025 | Posted by: Sherry Corbitt

This is a question that everyone has to ask themselves when choosing to find their place. Both options can work well, yet it mainly depends on the individual. If you are planning on moving out and con ... [read more]

Buying What You Can Afford

Buying What You Can Afford

January 24, 2025 | Posted by: Sherry Corbitt

As rates and the housing market continue to rise, many homebuyers question what they can realistically afford. Not only have home-buying prices gone up, yet everyday living has as well. So for many, e ... [read more]

Top Buyer Questions

Top Buyer Questions

January 24, 2025 | Posted by: Sherry Corbitt

Being a first-time home buyer can be overwhelming, especially when you have questions about your first purchase. With how the market has changed within the past few years, it may even be more confusin ... [read more]

Bigger down payment needed for homes over $500,000.

Bigger down payment needed for homes over $500,000.

January 24, 2025 | Posted by: Sherry Corbitt

On December 10th, the Finance Minister announced that any home purchases over $500,000 would need 10% as a down payment instead of just 5%. The extra down payment is only needed for the portion that i ... [read more]

Considering buying your first home in Durham?

Considering buying your first home in Durham?

January 24, 2025 | Posted by: Sherry Corbitt

Considering buying your first home in Durham? You most likely have questions about down payment, what you can afford, who the professionals on your team are, how to get the best mortgage for your nee ... [read more]

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Whitby, Mortgage Broker Level 2
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