It’s Not All About Rate

If you are currently shopping for a mortgage interest rate, this article should be both helpful and insightful. When you know what you’re looking for you can ensure the conditions that sometimes apply to the really low interest rates fit your financing needs. And when you are educated and prepared to negotiate, the rate shopping … Continue reading →

Should You Borrow Your Downpayment?

This topic has been on my mind after seeing and hearing about it recently. It immediately reminded me of the old adage, ‘just because you can, doesn’t mean you should’. Borrowing your downpayment in addition to getting a mortgage can be a risky undertaking if not done responsibly. The optimal way to decide if you … Continue reading →

The cost of buying is going up

How much does it cost to get a mortgage? A couple of the most frequently asked questions I get are ‘how much downpayment do I have to have and what other costs will there be?’ My answer is to budget at least 1.5% of your purchase price in addition to your downpayment to cover additional … Continue reading →