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In this short guide, we’ll be walking you through how to become a mortgage agent in Ontario.   If you’ve been wondering what career path to choose, or you’re considering making a switch from your current industry, becoming a mortgage agent might be the right choice for you! What are the Mortgage Agent Requirements in Ontario? To become a mortgage agent in Ontario, there are a few requirements you must meet.   You:   Must be 18 years of age or older ...

Canada Housing Crisis has become a trending search over the past year.    Everyday we hear about how difficult the environment is becoming for future generations to own a home, but Ontario’s government has made some aggressive moves to combat these looming concerns.   Ontario Provincial Government Makes 3 Aggressive Moves Queens Park has chosen to tackle the issue of housing affordability and address the Canada housing crisis by pursuing the following:   ...

Entrepreneurs often find themselves wondering how to buy a house as a self employed person.    Most sources that provide us with information about the mortgage process are directed towards people who have regular and stable hourly or salaried income from an employer, so today we’ll run through how Canadian entrepreneurs can plan to become homeowners.   At Sherwood, we have multiple mortgage products that help self employed Canadians become homeowners, and you can call u...

If you’ve been thinking about buying a house in another province, you’ll want to make sure you read to the end of this post so you don’t make the cardinal sin of buying a home.   We’ll cover:   The Average Cost of Buying a House in Canada (in each province) The process of Buying a House out of Province in Canada The One Mistake You CANNOT Make When Buying a Home Quickly, Who Can Buy a House in Canada? Before we dive into this quick guide,...

As a first time home buyer in Canada, Alberta has so much to offer. That’s why we published this guide on how to buy a house in Calgary -- the easiest way!   No more confusion or technical jargon, we’re simplifying the home buying process so you can focus on finding your dream home!   When it comes to How to Buy a House in Calgary, the home buying process goes as follows:   Find the Best Place to Live in Calgary (for you and your family) Revie...

Anyone with extra space in their home has asked themself, should I rent out my basement? The opportunity to make an extra few thousand dollars is huge, especially while paying down your mortgage.   If you’re conflicted on whether or not you should move some neighbors downstairs, this pros and cons list should help you come to a decision!   The Cons of Renting out My Basement   Less Recreational Space for You Parking Becomes Tighter Increased Chances of L...