Larger down payment can mean a higher rate by Angela Calla

General Angela Calla 8 May

A diligent saver who demonstrates the ability to put more money down should get the best mortgage terms, right? This isn’t the case lately! Lenders are providing specials for mortgages that are insured because they can sell those loans and have more money to lend. If you have a larger down payment (20% or higher), […]

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@willingtwo deal of the week on @angelacalla #mortgage show @cknw

General Angela Calla 26 Apr

As heard on this weeks Mortgage Show on CKNW with Angela Calla. To get pre approved for this property or any other purchase email the Angela Calla Mortgage Team at callateam@dominionlending.ca or call 604-802-3983 This weeks deal of the week has been brought to you by: http://rboies.mlslink.mlxchange.com/?r=319789016&id=363434333136.312 Robert BoiesRoyal LePage Coronation Westcell: 604 341 3009 t: @willingtwoE-mail: robboies@royallepage.cawww.willingsellerwillingbuyer.com Please […]

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Own a 5bdrm home in #PortMoody for 1/3 price compared to #Vancouver westside

General Angela Calla 18 Apr

As heard on this weeks Mortgage Show on CKNW with Angela Calla Saturday April 21st 2012. To get pre approved for this property or any other purchase email the Angela Calla Mortgage Team at callateam@dominionlending.ca or call 604-802-3983 This weeks deal of the week has been brought to you by: http://rboies.mlslink.mlxchange.com/?r=1119650085&id=363434333136.312 Robert BoiesRoyal LePage Coronation Westcell: 604 341 3009 t: […]

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BOC leaves rates unchanged, not for much longer

General Angela Calla 17 Apr

Good Morning, No surprises here, prime remains the same. The full press release can be viewed here: http://www.bankofcanada.ca/publications-research/press-releases/ One of the most popular options being considered currently is a 10 year fixed term at 3.89%.  If your mortgage is coming up for renewal in the next year or you are a first time homebuyer who […]

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Speculation vs Calculation

General Angela Calla 30 Mar

Two aspects of my life that I really value include my health and wealth. As such, I fully appreciate professionals who take the time to give me advise based on verification – calculation as opposed to mere speculation. For instance, if I’m not feeling well, I will describe my medical symptoms to my doctor and […]

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12 Myths about Mortgages

General Angela Calla 30 Mar

Since there are many myths surrounding mortgage financing, I thought I’d help demystify the top 12 I come across most often! 1. Purchasing a home with a 5% down payment is only for first-time homebuyers. 2. Bi-weekly and semi-monthly mortgage payments are the same thing. 3. There is a fee for a mortgage broker (our […]

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3 reasons to consider a 10 year fixed term today

General Angela Calla 30 Mar

With mortgage rates at all-time lows, it seems longer terms are making a comeback. It turns out that fashion isn’t the only thing that comes back into style! In fact, 10-year fixed mortgage rates have never looked so sexy. If you owned a home in the 80s or 90s, you may notice the 10-year term […]

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Timing on your mortgage 3 tips to stay ahead

General Angela Calla 29 Mar

When it comes to your mortgage, timing is everything. The cost of procrastination or not knowing when to make a move has proven to be very expensive over the last few years – even in this historically low interest rate environment. Lenders are looking at cutting costs. They have shown us this by not committing […]

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Federal Budget 2012 Highlights & Mortgages

General Angela Calla 29 Mar

Highlights are listed here http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/windsor/story/2012/03/29/federalbudget-flaherty-hilights.html 3 points of interest as it relates to our mortgage market from todays budget: 1. CMHC Limits & regulation 2. Framework of oppertunities to private companies to assist the mortgage market 3. Limiting the insurance products the bank can sell. Here is the full link from the Financial Post http://business.financialpost.com/2012/03/29/ottawa-to-toughen-cmhc-oversight/ Working with The Angela […]

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