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5 Keys on How To Improve Credit Score Canada
Posted by Sherwood Mortgage Group
on 17 February 2022
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If you’re someone who has been on the hunt for your first home, you might have Google searched, "How to Improve Credit Score Canada"? Well, credit scores are in fact a vital aspect of unlocking our pathway to many things, including homeownership. Here are 5 things you can do to improve your credit score, without overcomplicating the process.
Monitoring Payment History:
Your payment history is the most important aspect of your credit score. To improve your paymen...
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Keep Your Home Clean for Longer
Posted by Sherwood Mortgage Group
on 21 November 2018
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We've all been there, spending a full weekend making the house spick-and-span only to see soap scum start to accumulate just a few days later.
However, you can get the most out of your spring (or winter) cleaning by following these simple tips from Realtor Magazine. For instance, you can keep your shower door looking clean and transparent by using the same rain drop repelling liquid you use on your windshield.
For more unexpected tips, visit magazine.realtor today.
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Healthy Mortgage Debt in Canada
Posted by Sherwood Mortgage Group
on 20 November 2018
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Despite concerns from mortgage professionals, the Bank of Canada says that the new mortgage rules are seeing success in reducing high-risk mortgage debt.
According to Mortgage Broker News' Ephraim Vecina, the Bank of Canada credits increased interest rates and the mortgage stress test with a sharp fall in mortgages taken out by "highly-indebted borrowers."
This effectively means that people with high debt and unsustainable finances are finding it more difficult to tak...
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Sherwood Announces 10th Annual Award Winners
Posted by Sherwood Mortgage Group
on 15 November 2018
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With the winds getting colder, Sherwood Mortgage has decided to give our fifteen best agents a little reprieve from the winter, with a free trip to Cuba as a reward for our 10th annual brokerage awards!
Chosen for their diligent work ethic and dedication to friendly customer service, we're proud to announce this year's winners:
Anna Peluso
Arbella Dooman
Chris De Souza
Eric Iankelevic
Erin Hamilton
JC Orellana
Joe Mandar...
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Is a 30-Year Mortgage Right for You?
Posted by Sherwood Mortgage Group
on 14 November 2018
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What's more important for you: Getting the lowest interest rate possible, or getting the most peace of mind out of your mortgage? According to financial columnist Rob Carrick, home buyers who want to save themselves stress over monthly payments should consider a 30-year mortgage.
While daunting to consider in terms of additional interest, as well as time, paying off your mortgage at this glacial pace can ensure you won't find yourself buried by monthly payments.
To learn mo...
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How Gen Z is Preparing for Home Ownership
Posted by Sherwood Mortgage Group
on 13 November 2018
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With the eldest members of Gen Z entering their 20s, many are already thinking hard about home ownership. According to the National Association of Realtors, GenZers are twice as likely as millennials or Gen Xers to be saving for a home by 25.
For more insights into Gen Z's home buying dreams, visit Realtor Magazine.
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