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Self Employed Mortgage Options
Trying to get a mortgage when you are self-employed can often feel like a struggle, especially when it comes to verifying your income....
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How to Build Your Credit
Having a good credit score and credit history will play an important part when applying for any type of credit, such as personal loans,...
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Seasonal Home Owner Tips
A home is a big investment and it makes sense to protect that investment by taking care of the home. Seasonal maintenance is something...
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Characteristics of a Great Mortgage Broker
When it comes time to buy a home and apply for a mortgage, you want to get the best mortgage package for your situation. The best way to...
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Purchase Plus Improvements Mortgage Program
Mortgage Expertise with Gert Martens Hi there! Gert Martens with the Gert Martens Mortgage Team. I’m here to talk to you today about...
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The Difference Between a Second Mortgage & a Refinance
From your first mortgage repayment, you are building up the equity in your home. This equity can be used to borrow money when you need...
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Benefits of a Second Mortgage
If you are currently a homeowner and have been making regular payments on your mortgage every month, you could have accumulated a...
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5 Things your Mortgage Broker Wishes You Knew
Beginning the mortgage application process can feel overwhelming for any first time home buyer. So, to help you get started, your local...
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Is a Pre-Approval Letter Necessary to Make an Offer?
As a first-time homebuyer, you should start preparing all the pertinent documentation and getting your finances in order. Make sure you...
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Mortgage Rates Explained
The world of mortgage rates can seem like a minefield to many people. How do you get the best rate from your Alberta mortgage broker?...
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Top Home Renovations that Pay Off
If you are looking for ways to improve the sales value of your home, there are a few top renovations that pay off, along with some that...
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Tips on Saving for a Down Payment
As a mortgage broker, one of the biggest hurdles that many home buyers face is saving up for that big down payment. This alone can often...
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5 Reasons to Work with a Mortgage Broker
I deal with many clients, as a Grande Prairie mortgage broker, who has moved from going directly to a lender for a mortgage to using a...
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Tips for Renewing Your Mortgage
Renewing your mortgage has a lot of added benefits, such as shortening or extending your loan’s amortization period, receiving the...
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Top Reasons to Buy a Home
Taking the initiative to quit renting and purchase a home is a big step. Knowing if you are financially ready to become a homeowner is...
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5 Tips for Raising Your Credit Score
Your credit score largely affects what kind of rates you will receive on your mortgage. Therefore, it is important that you familiarize...
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Tips for Buying in a Seller's Market
It is no secret that buying a home can be a stressful experience, especially if you are buying in a seller’s market. This means the...
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Commercial Mortgages in Canada
If you are looking to buy a business or non-residential property, and need a commercial mortgage, then Gert Martens at Dominion Lending...
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Fixed Rates Vs Variable Rates
As a licensed mortgage broker, I know that the many different options involved with home loans can make the mortgage process feel...
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Mortgage Broker - Mortgage FAQs
Having been an expert in the mortgage industry for some time, I find that I am asked quite a few of the same questions by nearly every...
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