We’ve all heard the stories of massive cost overruns, missed deadlines, shoddy work. No wonder so many people are afraid of renovations. But avoiding such nightmares isn’t difficult. All you have to do is some upfront legwork. Here are 4 things you can do to avoid renovation nightmares. If you're looking for a top-notch mortgage broker in Barrie, call us at (416) 427-4391.

Ok, today we are going to talk about buying a home at an auction. Auctions aren’t just for rich people. When houses are sold at auction, the prices can be downright cheap. Here’s how to save BIG by buying a home at an auction. If you're looking for a top-notch mortgage broker in Barrie, call us at (416) 427-4391.

As any good real estate professional will tell you,setting the right price for a home is a mix of technical knowledge and intuition. Realtors have to rely on their experience, knowledge and feel for the market. But there’s more to it than that. Here are 4 factors that smart Realtors rely on to set the right listing price. If you're looking for a top-notch mortgage broker in Barrie, call us at (416) 427-4391.

OK, today we’re going to talk about how to get SMART with MONEY. If you’re like most people, you spend a lot of time worrying about money. But worry only makes things worse. Here are 4 common money challenges (and ways to take the worry out of them). If you're looking for a top-notch mortgage broker in Barrie, call us at (416) 427-4391.

We’ve all heard about the wealth accumulation rule called “pay yourself first”. But billionaire Sir John Templeton had an even more powerful idea called the 50/50 rule. Here's the Billionaire Wealth Secret... If you are looking for a top-notch loan officer in Austin, call us at 512.657.8017.

Before you consider refinancing your existing mortgage, it’s important for you to determine the break-even point, which represents how soon the cost of the refinance will be recaptured through lower monthly payments. The answer to this question depends on multiple factors. Here's what you need to know before refinancing... If you are looking for a top-notch loan officer in Austin, call us at 512.657.8017.

You’ve found the ideal place. The whole family loves it. But before you seal the deal, make sure you or your home inspector checks for these potentially expensive deal breakers. Here are 6 important things you need to look for before you buy a home… If you are looking for a top-notch loan officer in Austin, call us at 512.657.8017.

OK, let’s talk about rates… Let’s face it, when it comes to getting a mortgage, everyone wants the “lowest rate”. I mean, why not save a few pennies, right? Sure, a low rate is important, but choosing your mortgage and lender based on rate alone can be a BIG mistake. With that in mind…Here are 4 factors to look for beyond a “good rate”… If you are looking for a top-notch loan officer in Austin, call us at 512.657.8017.

You may wonder how relevant “billionaire advice" is when you’re working hard just to cover the bills. But the truth is many rich people started out poor, and the financial skills they learned along the way helped them achieve great wealth. Here are 7 billionaire tips you can take to the bank… If you are looking for a top-notch loan officer in Austin, call us at 512.657.8017.

Today we're going to talk about how to save for a down payment. Back in the day, you could buy a big house for $100,000. But now it seems like that’s just the price for the down payment. Most of the time, your down payment will be 20%. So on a $500,000 house, that’s $100,000 down! Even a $300,000 condo would require a $60,000 down payment. Here are 5 ways to save for a down payment… If you are looking for a top-notch loan officer in Austin, call us at 512.657.8017.

Have you ever wondered if the way you habitually think is helping or hindering your ability to attract wealth and prosperity? Well, recent studies indicate that we can actually unwittingly sabotage our ability to achieve financial security. Here are 5 wealth-repelling attitudes to steer clear of... If you are looking for a top-notch loan officer in Austin, call us at 512.657.8017.

Are you considering buying a new home or investment property in the near future? Buying a home is a major investment no matter how you look at it. But for many home buyers, it's even more complicated and costly than it needs to be because of blind spots where they are lacking critical information--information that can literally make or break their chances of buying their dream home or add tens of thousands of dollars in unnecessary costs or countless hours wasted in fruitless activity. It's crazy! Home buyers are, in many cases, making the biggest investment of their lives without any step-by-step road map for success.In response to this obvious need, we've decided to create a brand new home buyer guide titled, "15 Home buyer Mistakes And How To Avoid Them". We don't have time to get into all fifteen of them now, but here's one BIG mistake you MUST avoid... If you're looking for a top-notch Senior Mortgage Advisor in Orange, Call us at 714.657.8177

Have you ever wondered if it’s better to pay off your credit card debt instead of building your savings account? Regardless of your current circumstances, here are a few things to consider… If you are looking for a top-notch loan officer in Austin, call us at 512.657.8017.

Ok, today we are going to talk about 5 ways to pay for home improvements… Have you been considering a home improvement project lately? Maybe you’d like to add an extra room, more floorspace to your home, or simply update your kitchen and bathroom. Whatever your plans, you first have to decide how you’re going to pay for it. Here are 5 ways to fund your next renovation or home improvement project… If you are looking for a top-notch loan officer in Austin, call us at 512.657.8017.

Have you ever wondered how some people can have big incomes but they still stay stuck in the rat race with little money left over at the end of the month?Yes, chances are they have a spending problem. But there's something even deeper at play that most people don't realize. Here's one of the many important financial lessons we should be taught in school but aren't... If you're looking for a top-notch Senior Mortgage Advisor in Orange, Call us at 714.657.8177

Emergencies come in all shapes and sizes, from a hurricane to furnace failure. But no matter how big the emergency, they’re always expensive because they’re serious and rarely happen during regular business hours. Here are 5 ways to help pay for emergency home repairs… If you are looking for a top-notch loan officer in Austin, call us at 512.657.8017.

Ok, today we are going to talk about how to get your home, specifically your living room, ready to show potential buyers…If your home has curb appeal and many features high in demand, you’re well on your way to attracting serious buyers. But when potential buyers walk through your home, there is one room that can make or break the deal. The living room! The living room is one of the first rooms a buyer will see. Here are 7 living room deal breakers to avoid… If you're looking for a top-notch Senior Mortgage Advisor in Orange, Call us at 714.657.8177

Ok, today we are going to venture beyond the usual “money” topic, and talk about your health… Did you know that just 20-30 minutes aerobic exercise a day actually increases brain health and function? Regular aerobic exercise—like walking—is a proven way to increase cardiovascular health.There’s evidence that walking may also reduce symptoms of mild cognitive impairment, sometimes called vascular dementia. Here’s how to walk your way to a better brain… If you are looking for a top-notch loan officer in Austin, call us at 512.657.8017.

Ok, today we’re going to talk about what you need to know BEFORE you break out of your mortgage.If you’ve been considering breaking out of your mortgage early, here are few things you need to consider… If you're looking for a top-notch Senior Mortgage Advisor in Orange, Call us at 714.657.8177

I'm not a financial advisor, nor am I an expert in investing, but in these turbulent economic times it's more important than ever to discuss this important and controversial topic... Even today, both mutual funds and real estate still offer investment potential. Wondering which is better? Here are a few things to consider.... If you are looking for a top-notch loan officer in Austin, call us at 512.657.8017.