BC Property Transfer Tax Changes

Latest News Amy Tatla 3 Apr

Exciting news for first time home buyers in BC! Effective April 1, 2024, changes to BC’s Property Transfer Tax will help first time buyers save more on their property purchase. What is Property Transfer Tax? When you purchase or gain an interest in property that is registered at the Land Title Office, you or your […]

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Buying Your First Home?

Mortgage Tips Amy Tatla 20 May

If homeownership is in your near future, managing your money will be key to securing a mortgage. Here’s how you can make a great first impression with lenders:⁣ ⁣ ✅ Limit your spending and reduce existing debts.⁣ The lower debt payments you have the higher mortgage you can qualify for. ⁣ ✅ Show you’re a […]

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NEW First Home Savings Account (FHSA)

Latest News Amy Tatla 7 Apr

Ready to start saving for your first home? The First Home Savings Account (FHSA) is helping Canadians save for a down payment. Available as of April 1, 2023, this is a great opportunity for current renters and young adults that have never owned a home to start contributing and saving tax free for their down […]

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Refinancing Myths

Mortgage Tips Amy Tatla 26 Mar

Does it make sense to refinance your existing mortgage? ⁣ Yes! There are some circumstances when refinancing your home mortgage may be helpful. MYTH: Now is not the right time to refinance. TRUTH: This depends on your individual situation. For example: Say you didn’t get the lowest rate available when you took out your mortgage […]

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Get cash now with a Reverse Mortgage!

Mortgage Tips Amy Tatla 2 Mar

Convert your Home Equity to Cash A reverse mortgage is just a first charge on your property. You still own your home and have title to the home. You can access up to 55% of your home’s equity, either as a lump sum payment or you can structure to receive monthly payouts. It’s different from […]

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The 5 C’s of Credit

Mortgage Tips Amy Tatla 27 Jan

While your credit score and income plays a big role in whether your mortgage application is approved, there are other factors that are just as important. ⁣ ⁣ All lenders consider these “5 C’s” when doing an overall risk assessment of your file. ⁣ ⁣ Collateral → property type, location, marketability⁣ ⁣ Credit → beacon […]

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OSFI Proposing Mortgage Restrictions

Latest News Amy Tatla 27 Jan

The Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (OSFI) recently announced the possibility of stricter underwriting rules in response to what it says are building risks in Canada’s residential mortgage market.

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Real Estate Regulation Changes

Latest News Amy Tatla 27 Jan

The following changes may effect your BC real estate transactions starting 2023. ⁠⁣ 1. BC government introduces “cooling off” period for home sales⁠⁣ Effective: January Purpose: To protect home buyers after an accepted offer Who is Impacted: Home Buyers and Sellers What you need to know: This will allow homebuyers to cancel, or rescind, an […]

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