Tag Archives: Mortgages

Line of credit interest rates rising for some

I still remember the uproar when the Big Five banks started raising rates on lines of credit after the 2008-2009 stock market crash. While they suggested it was a temporary blip, the banks didn’t lower rates for most borrowers after … Continue reading

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Why you shouldn’t buy mortgage insurance

There are many excellent articles about the pros and cons of mortgage insurance vs. term life insurance. But every spring a new crop of first-time buyers begins their search for a perfect new home, so it seems like a subject … Continue reading

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Debt Consolidation Ontario – How to Deal Smartly With Post Holiday Debt

TORONTO, ONTARIO,  It’s the New Year and the post-holiday credit card bills are starting to come in. If you are feeling financially stressed as a result of overindulgent giving, here are some tips for using debt consolidation as part of … Continue reading

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