MORTGAGE SOLUTIONS

Spring is in the air! Time for a mortgage preapproval.

Okay, so we still have to get through February – but, believe it or not, the spring housing market is just around the corner. If you were thinking about starting your house hunt in a month’s time, why not get your ducks lined up now and get a mortgage preapproval?

There are plenty of benefits to thinking a little ahead and getting a preapproval now, rather than later. For starters, fixed rates are still extremely low – you can likely find a five-year fixed rate for around 3.25%. By getting preapproved today, you can “lock in” – or attain a “rate guarantee” – for the next 120 days. If rates drop again, you’re guaranteed the lower rate.

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This and that...

Below are a few interesting real estate and home-focused articles for your enjoyement! Have a great weekend!

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On the bright side, variable mortgage rates remain unchanged!

Well, it looks like there’s good news and there’s bad news. The good news? Variable rate mortgage holders can once again rest easy with the Bank of Canada’s recent announcement to keep the overnight rate stagnant at 1%. It looks like you’ve once again dodged a rate increase. The bad news? The BoC announcement was downright depressing!

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My Financial New Year's Resolutions

Unlike some of the other experts on this blog, I’m no financial guru. Far from it. But as a freelance writer who has tackled the subjects of mortgages and real estate over the past few years, I’ve learned a thing or two about what I should be doing with my finances. Have I put this knowledge into action? No. But I guess that’s what New Year’s resolutions are for, right?

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Happy Holidays

From all of us at Axiom Mortgage, here's to a safe and happy Holiday Season - and all the best in 2012!

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