If you're a North Vancouverite, chances are you've stopped by Lynn Valley Village before. The real question is - do you know the best spots to check out when there? How about the go-to parks and hikes around the area? Keep reading for all the details you need to know! [read more]
Is now a good time to refinance your mortgage? Well, maybe! Interest rates are very low right now, and according to the bank of Canada, they will most likely remain low until at least 2023. So while everyone has different reasons to access their home equity, to a maximum of 80% of the property value, here are 6 reasons refinancing your mortgage might make sense to you. [read more]
Thinking of adding a touch of modern farmhouse to your home? This year I plan on getting into the real estate market (I'm a first time home buyer & am very excited!), I would love to either look for a home that has touches of this style throughout, or achieve this look myself through renovations. If you'd like to learn how to incorporate this refreshing style into your home, read this blog post. [read more]
The Bank of Canada today held its target for the overnight rate at the effective lower bound of ¼ percent, with the Bank Rate at ½ percent and the deposit rate at ¼ percent. The Bank is maintaining its extraordinary forward guidance [read more]
A question that comes up from time to time when discussing mortgage financing is, “If I have collections showing on my credit bureau, will that impact my ability to get a mortgage?” And as the answer might have a broader application than what you might initially think, it’s worth spending a little time discussing. [read more]
One of my goals this year is to focus on living a healthier lifestyle - both in terms of fitness and nutrition. If the past year has taught me anything it’s that taking care of yourself is incredibly important, and what better way to start taking better care of myself than through planning nutrient filled meals. Keep reading to see how I plan on eating healthier this year, and find a few simple healthy recipes that I plan on making as a part of my weekly meals! [read more]
Is there a correlation between these two? Not yet, according to Tony Spagnuolo, Spagnuolo Law. Tony speculates that the government will be looking for ways to cover the costs of COVID relief initiatives. [read more]
As we dive into the new year, one of my biggest goals is to really stay on top of my fitness. If you too are planning on staying active this year and are looking for some great at-home options, give this blog a read! [read more]
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