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Rent-to-Own Agreements: What to Know Before You Sign

Jacqueline Jeffries

Dec 12, 20243 min read

Rent-to-Own Agreements: What to Know Before You Sign

Learn how to structure rent-to-own agreements for mortgage approval, including key documentation and pre-approval tips from a broker.

Jacqueline Jeffries

Oct 30, 20245 min read

All The Mortgage Changes of 2024

Let’s dive into the major mortgage changes of 2024 affecting homebuyers and homeowners in Alberta and across Canada.

Jacqueline Jeffries

Apr 10, 20242 min read

Should You Buy Now or Wait?

There are a lot of homebuyers waiting on the sidelines this Spring, trying to decide if they should buy now or wait.

[VIDEO] What To Expect in the Spring 2024 Market

Jacqueline Jeffries

Mar 6, 20243 min read

[VIDEO] What To Expect in the Spring 2024 Market

We are heading into the spring 2024 market and things are picking up. If you’re wanting to buy or renew this year, here’s my advice.

Client Win: Qualifying a New Canadian Borrower for a Mortgage

Jacqueline Jeffries

Feb 7, 20242 min read

Client Win: Qualifying a New Canadian Borrower for a Mortgage

As a New Canadian Borrower, moving to Canada meant starting from scratch for Jennie. With a strategy, we were able to buy her first home.

Client Win: Freeing Up John and Sue’s Cash Flow

Jacqueline Jeffries

Jan 17, 20242 min read

Client Win: Freeing Up John and Sue’s Cash Flow

In John and Sue’s case, there was a lot of stress about their mortgage renewal. We created a plan to find an extra $750/month in cash flow.

Downpayment Options for First-Time Home Buyers

Jacqueline Jeffries

Dec 6, 20233 min read

Downpayment Options for First-Time Home Buyers

Most first-time homebuyers struggle to find their downpayment. There are a few downpayment options we can look at to buy their first home.

Moving From BC to Alberta: When the Numbers Make Sense

Jacqueline Jeffries

Oct 10, 20231 min read

Moving From BC to Alberta: When the Numbers Make Sense

Scott reached out to me to ask about moving from BC to Alberta; what would his mortgage look like in Edmonton instead of Vancouver?

Jacqueline Jeffries

May 23, 20233 min read

Be Life Rich, Not House Poor

Buying at the top end of your pre-approval budget could be setting you up for tighter expenses and stress down the road.

Jacqueline Jeffries

May 9, 20233 min read

Is Your HELOC Costing You Money?

HELOCs are attractive for financing large expenses. But, with interest-only payments, the costs of a HELOC can start to become unmanageable.

4 Tips to Manage your Finances During a Layoff

Jacqueline Jeffries

Apr 18, 20232 min read

4 Tips to Manage your Finances During a Layoff

Losing a job is an emotional time. Here are four tips that can help you manage your finances when faced with a layoff.

Jacqueline Jeffries

Apr 4, 20232 min read

Let's Talk About Amortization

Let’s talk about refinancing your mortgage to increase your amortization to get your payments down so you have more cash flow in your budget

Early Mortgage Renewal? Set a Plan to Consolidate Debt

Jacqueline Jeffries

Feb 28, 20232 min read

Early Mortgage Renewal? Set a Plan to Consolidate Debt

Is your mortgage renewal in the next six months? It’s the perfect time to talk to your broker about consolidating debt with a refinance.

Maximize your RRSP Contributions to Help Buy Your First Home

Jacqueline Jeffries

Feb 8, 20232 min read

Maximize your RRSP Contributions to Help Buy Your First Home

Want to buy your first home this spring? It's time to maximize your RRSP contributions to help build your downpayment!

When It Makes Sense to Do A Mortgage Refinance

Jacqueline Jeffries

Jan 11, 20233 min read

When It Makes Sense to Do A Mortgage Refinance

A mortgage refinance is a great option to look at if you want to decrease your high-interest debt or complete a home renovation.

Jacqueline Jeffries

Dec 6, 20224 min read

2022: A Year of Historic Interest Rates

There's been a lot going on in interest rates and 2022 is going to be a textbook year. Here’s my advice for navigating these times.

Why I Check My Credit Score Every 6 Months

Jacqueline Jeffries

Nov 15, 20224 min read

Why I Check My Credit Score Every 6 Months

An error on my credit report was damaging my credit. It's now I check my credit score every six months and why you should be too.

Mortgage Terminology Explained: 6 Terms Homebuyers Should Know

Jacqueline Jeffries

Sep 14, 20223 min read

Mortgage Terminology Explained: 6 Terms Homebuyers Should Know

You don’t need to know all the mortgage terminology out there, but these are the top 6 terms you should know when buying or selling a home.

3 Quick Tips for Making an Offer on a Home

Jacqueline Jeffries

Sep 6, 20223 min read

3 Quick Tips for Making an Offer on a Home

When it comes to making an offer on a home, it pays to be prepared. And working with a mortgage broker is going to help make it happen.

9 Steps To Do Before You List Your Home For Sale

Jacqueline Jeffries

Aug 10, 20223 min read

9 Steps To Do Before You List Your Home For Sale

If selling is on your mind, these are the nine steps to list your home for sale BEFORE publishing your listing.

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