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What's happening in the housing market?
You may have read conflicting real estate forecasts recently regarding the housing market. The Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation...

John Lee - Arise Mortgage
Jun 4, 20202 min read


COVID-19 AND THE MORTGAGE& REAL ESTATE MARKETS
A set of “shared principles” for opening the economy may be phased in the upcoming months. COVID-19 has hit our economy hard and the IMF...

John Lee - Arise Mortgage
May 8, 20202 min read


Interview with 7 Realtors on the Real Estate Market During the COVID-19 PANDEMIC
We interviewed 7 Realtors regarding the Real Estate Market ever since Coronavirus (COVID-19) was announced a pandemic. Here are their...

John Lee - Arise Mortgage
Apr 24, 20204 min read


Arise Mortgage and the Financial Industry Adapting to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic
The banks passed on these discounts to consumers and businesses by reducing their Prime rates, currently sitting at 2.45% for most...

John Lee - Arise Mortgage
Apr 9, 20203 min read


10 Key Points About Deferred Mortgage Payment Programs #COVID-19
These programs are for people who are genuinely struggling to make their next mortgage payment. They’ve lost their job and/or most of...

John Lee - Arise Mortgage
Mar 24, 20203 min read


Bank of Canada Cuts Rate in Emergency Meeting
The Bank of Canada went on to say "It is clear that the spread of the coronavirus is having serious consequences for Canadian families...

John Lee - Arise Mortgage
Mar 15, 20201 min read


What the New Stress Test Means for You
The one truism is that every homebuyer has a unique situation. The stress test notwithstanding, each mortgage has to be tailored to each...

John Lee - Arise Mortgage
Mar 6, 20202 min read


8 ways to Reduce Your Debt
Know where you’re at financially and start wherever you are. See what bills have high-interest rates, and pay those off first.

John Lee - Arise Mortgage
Feb 9, 20202 min read


putting together your home buying team of professionals
What you should consider first when looking for a new home is a Mortgage Broker. First, you need to know how much mortgage you can afford...

John Lee - Arise Mortgage
Jan 17, 20202 min read


The Mortgage/Housing Year in Review
Housing prices have been up and down in Canada, Vancouver and Toronto to be specific. The government also introduced the First Time Home...

John Lee - Arise Mortgage
Dec 6, 20192 min read


4 Questions to Ask Your Mortgage Professional
Usually people shop for their homes before they organize their financing, but it makes more sense to do it the other way around.

John Lee - Arise Mortgage
Nov 7, 20192 min read


How to manage your debt effectively
While increases worry some policy-makers, studies have shown that consumers are able to pay their debts reliably. Low-interest rates on...

John Lee - Arise Mortgage
Oct 8, 20192 min read


New First-Time Home Buyer Incentive
2019 federal budget included an incentive for prospective first-time homebuyers. The Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC)...

John Lee - Arise Mortgage
Sep 5, 20193 min read


2019 Mortgage Changes You Should Be Aware Of
New mortgage rules, stress tests, and slowing markets have definitely had an impact on home buyers...

John Lee - Arise Mortgage
Aug 8, 20192 min read


Tips to Make a Private Mortgage Work
A unconventional way of borrowing money through a private lender. Private mortgages are not issued by banks or financial institutions...

John Lee - Arise Mortgage
Aug 3, 20192 min read


New Mortgage Rules
Successfully finance your home with the new mortgage rule changes with Arise Mortgage's help. Let us provide insight on the new changes...

John Lee - Arise Mortgage
Jul 6, 20192 min read


TFSA Or Contribute To Your RRSP
How to make your money work harder to save up for a down payment more quickly with BC government tax-free programs. Tax-Free Savings...

John Lee - Arise Mortgage
Jun 26, 20192 min read


Things To Know About A Mortgage Other Than The Rate
Other factors to consider before getting your mortgage would be the different types of mortgages, options to pay, prepayment penalty, and...

John Lee - Arise Mortgage
Jun 6, 20192 min read


The Dos and Don’ts of Getting a Mortgage Pre-Approval
Becoming a homeowner is a lifelong dream for many Canadians but, as with all new experiences, there will be uncertainty. You will be...

John Lee - Arise Mortgage
Apr 26, 20192 min read


What’s The Difference Between a Broker VS a Banker?
Buy a home for the first time can be intimidating. Although the overall experience is rewarding because you have a place to call your own...

John Lee - Arise Mortgage
Mar 29, 20193 min read
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