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Tuesday

7

APRIL

2015

Key numbers in Winnipeg's resale-homes Spring Market

It looks like spring is finally in the air!  It is also a time when many of us start looking for a home to purchase.  Here are some key numbers as Winnipeg's resale-homes market enters the traditionally busy spring season:

  • There were 4,338 listings on the local Multiple Listing Service at the beginning of April. That's the highest number for this time of year since 1999...

 

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Tuesday

3

MARCH

2015

Why YOU need to work with a Mortgage Advisor

Whether it is buying your first home, refinancing, planning renovations or looking at credit repair, you should be working with a Mortgage Advisor.  They can save you thousands of dollars with the right financial solution.

The “Rate” Game – The important thing to remember is that it isn’t about getting the lowest rate out there, but rather getting the best possible rate that you qualify for.  A mortgage advisor has access to rate specials and also will...

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Friday

31

OCTOBER

2014

How to do a Reno when you’ve maxed out on your down payment

If you are in the market to buy a new home – don’t overlook that fixer upper! 

For many first time home buyers, they face the duel challenge of not having a big down payment and higher home prices.  Often, the only homes that younger buyers can afford are ones that are in need some renovations.

But just how do you budget for renovations when you’ve maxed out on the down payment?

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