Question. Our family has been financially impacted by the shutdown due to COVID-19, and we are really having trouble making ends meet. I noticed recently that banks are offering people the option to defer their mortgage payments for a while. Is this something I should do? Are there any negative consequences? Answer. These are definitely challenging and unprecedented times. Many […]
Question. Hi, I recently received an inheritance of $50,000. Currently, I have about $107,000 in my RRSP, and since I’ve never been able to maximize my contributions, I have a contribution limit of over $60,000. Also, I owe $220,000 on my mortgage. My question is, what should I do with the $50,000 inheritance? Should I contribute it to my RRSP, […]
Question. Hi, my spouse and I have been renting an apartment for the last few years, and we’re now ready to buy our first home together. We are wondering what programs are available for a first-time home buyer that could be beneficial. Do you have any advice for us? Answer. Your timing is great! As of September 2nd, the […]
Question. My spouse and I have recently purchased a house, and are planning to have a baby next year. I have some life insurance through my group plan at work, but my spouse is self-employed as an independent contractor, and has no employer benefits. We have a fairly big mortgage on our house, and we are thinking about purchasing life […]
Question. My husband and I have recently purchased our first home together. Actually, we’re just in the final stages of the process, and wondering about insurance. The mortgage representative at our bank said we should buy our insurance at the bank because it’s made specifically for this purpose. Actually, she told us that mortgage insurance is mandatory for us. Is […]
Choosing The Right Mortgage: Your Future is on the Dotted Line Selecting the right mortgage will likely be the single biggest factor in the successful financing of your home. Modern technology has presented more options than ever before; however, the sheer amount of information about mortgages available online can be overwhelming for experienced buyers, not to mention a first time homebuyer. […]
