Entries by EstateVue

Things to consider before you buy a home with a suite.

Before you buy your new home with a suite there are a few things to consider. If you’ve never been in charge of renting out your home, collecting rental information, performing security checks, and reviewing references then this is a great resource, to begin with. Learn about some of the pitfalls of renting your suite […]

Finance Your Home Renovations

If you’re looking to do some home renovations but don’t have all the cash up front to pay for materials and contractors, here are a few ways to use mortgage financing to bring everything together. Existing Home Owners – Mortgage Refinance Probably the most straightforward solution, if you’re an existing homeowner, would be to access […]

4 Signs You’re Ready for Homeownership

Buying your first home is a big deal. And while you may feel like you’re ready to take that step, here are 4 things that will prove it out. You have at least 5% available for a downpayment. To buy your first home, you need to come up with at least 5% for a downpayment. […]

What is a Second Mortgage?

If you’re not all that familiar with the ins and outs of mortgage financing, the term “second mortgage” might cause a bit of confusion. Many people incorrectly assume that a second mortgage is arranged when your first term is up for renewal or when you sell your first home. They think that the next mortgage […]

New Real Estate for Sale in Kelowna!

Kelowna is home to a booming real estate market and new developments seem to be popping up everywhere. One of the newest building proposals is turning the heads of Kelowna residents and visitors alike. This building is proposed to be built next to Boyce-Gyro Beach on Lakeshore Road. The Skywater at Movala has been envisioned […]

Standard or Collateral Charge Mortgage. What’s best for you?

When arranging mortgage financing, your mortgage lender will register your mortgage in one of two ways. Either with a standard charge mortgage or a collateral charge mortgage. Let’s look at the differences between the two. Standard charge mortgage This is your good old-fashioned mortgage. A standard charge mortgage is the mortgage you most likely think […]

How To Avoid An Accidental Home Purchase

Buying a property might actually be easier than you think. So, if you have NO desire AT ALL to qualify for a mortgage, here are some great steps you can take to ensure you don’t accidentally buy a property. Fair warning, this article might get a little cheeky. Quit your job. First things first, ditch […]

Reposition Your Debts Through Mortgage Financing

If you’re a homeowner looking to optimize your finances, consider taking advantage of your home’s equity to reposition any existing debts you may have. If you’ve accumulated consumer debt, the payments required to service these debts can make it difficult to manage your daily finances. A consolidation mortgage might be a great option for you! […]