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The Debt-to-Income Ratio (DTI) is one of the most important metrics in a borrower's financial profil...

It is a measurement of an individual's ability to manage his/her debt obligations relative to their ...

Comparing mortgage rates is an important aspect of shopping for a home loan...

Rates change frequently, so it’s important to stay up-to-date on the current market trends. There ...

Summer can be a difficult time for new homeowners, as the warm weather brings its own unique set of ...

But with the right preparation and maintenance, summertime can be a breeze. Here's a list of 16 simp...

The gift of equity is a financial concept that allows individuals to give money towards the purchase...

The giver of the gift of equity provides the full amount of money or down payment required to buy th...

Freddie Mac’s 1Q Earnings Show Refis Remained Strong Freddie Mac's first quarter earnings results...

The government-sponsored enterprise (GSE) reported net income of $3.6 billion for the three-month pe...

The Federal Housing Administration (FHA) recently updated its equal access loan rules to make home b...

The rule changes are intended to make it easier for those with weaker credit scores and lower income...

The importance of home equity has become more apparent in recent years...

The value of one's home can be a key factor when applying for a loan or mortgage, and with the high ...

As the population of seniors in Canada continues to grow, an increasing number of them are likely to...

This is due to a combination of factors including low interest rates, limited savings and smaller co...

BMO is one of Canada’s largest banks and they are back in the mortgage rate action...

After taking a break last week from the intense competition in the Canadian mortgage market, BMO has...

Paying points on a mortgage can be a great way to save money in the long run...

Mortgage points are a type of fee that you pay upfront in order to lower your mortgage rate. One poi...

This week’s MIG Market Watch focuses on the markets for June....

In stocks, the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.14%, the S&P 500 rose 0.19%, and the Nasdaq Compo...

15 year mortgage vs 30 year mortgage...

Making the right decision when it comes to the mortgage term can have a big financial impact on home...

Jointly held bank accounts can be a useful financial tool for individuals and couples looking to man...

Jointly held bank accounts are those that are opened and maintained by two parties, such as spouses,...

The mortgage industry is an ever-evolving sector, and the fall of 2019 is no different in terms of t...

With rates at historic lows and costs continuing to decline, now may be the perfect time for prospec...

HSBC Bank Canada is one of the oldest and most established financial institutions in the country...

It offers a wide range of banking services, from personal banking to corporate banking, as well as i...

Autumn is a magical time of year, where the cool air and vibrant colors all around provide plenty of...

If you want to make the most of this season and give your home a unique look, here are eleven autumn...

A credit bureau, also known as a consumer reporting agency, is an organization that collects and mai...

This information is then reported to creditors, lenders, and other organizations that may be interes...

Home inspections are an integral part of the home buying and selling process...

A home inspection is a visual examination of the condition of a home, from the roof to the foundatio...

The mortgage and refinance rates today (April 30, 2021) have increased slightly from the previous da...

This was expected given that bond prices have been volatile in the recent weeks, and bond yields oft...

Recent news has been released that former Countrywide customers are set to receive relief payments f...

This comes after many borrowers were impacted by the company's predatory lending practices, which ma...