Is a Short-Term Mortgage Right for Me & My Finances?
Purchasing a mortgage is a large investment, especially when you factor in all of the various rates, payment plans, and terms and...
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John Lee - Arise Mortgage
- May 17
- 3 min
Refinance Your Mortgage This Spring: Why Now Is the Perfect Time
All across Canada, we are all enjoying the beautiful spring weather. Long walks, hours spent in the garden, endless sunshine, what more...
John Lee - Arise Mortgage
- Apr 28
- 2 min
Benefits of Canada's New First Home Savings Account
Canada's new First Home Savings Account is a government initiative aimed at helping Canadians save for their first home. This new savings...
John Lee - Arise Mortgage
- Apr 27
- 3 min
Are You Ready to Become a Mortgage Broker? Here’s What You Need to Know.
The real estate market is always changing and expanding. Over the years, the market has expanded to the point where there are new...
John Lee - Arise Mortgage
- Apr 17
- 3 min
Can a Larger Down Payment Result in a Lower Rate?
As many are looking to purchase a home in 2023 following the pandemic, they are often swayed by the idea that they have to put down at...
John Lee - Arise Mortgage
- Apr 12
- 2 min
Bank of Canada Holds Current Interest Rate - April 12
This morning, the Bank of Canada announced that they will hold the current interest rate. The prime rate will continue to stay at 6.70%....
John Lee - Arise Mortgage
- Mar 27
- 3 min
Rent-to-Own: Is It Right For You?
With the Bank of Canada’s recent fluctuations of interest rates, the past few years have not been kind to the real estate market. Many...
John Lee - Arise Mortgage
- Mar 20
- 3 min
How Does Different Debt Affect Your Approval?
Let’s talk about the elephant in the room: Debt. Whether it be credit card debt, tax debt, previous mortgage debt, or student loans, you...
John Lee - Arise Mortgage
- Mar 8
- 2 min
Bank of Canada Holds Current Interest Rate - March 8
This morning, the Bank of Canada announced that they will hold the current interest rate. The prime rate will continue to stay at 6.70%....
John Lee - Arise Mortgage
- Feb 20
- 3 min
How close is your trigger rate?
With each announcement The Bank of Canada releases, many Canadians are starting to pay more attention to the rate of their mortgage. If...
John Lee - Arise Mortgage
- Feb 8
- 3 min
Winter Maintenance Home Checklist
One thing Canada is known for: Its winters. Although the snow brings many exciting activities for you and your family to enjoy, it is...
John Lee - Arise Mortgage
- Jan 25
- 2 min
Bank of Canada increases key interest rate by 0.25% - January 25th, 2023
This morning, the Bank of Canada announced that they have increased its key interest rate by 0.25%. The prime rate will be increased from...
John Lee - Arise Mortgage
- Jan 17
- 3 min
The Importance of Choosing The Right Mortgage Features
When many are looking for a mortgage, often they have tunnel vision. They see the word “rate” and want to search for the lowest rate...
John Lee - Arise Mortgage
- Jan 17
- 2 min
Most Common Mortgage Terms: Explained
One of the most exciting moments in life is purchasing a home. The process of purchasing a home can be a lengthy one, which is why it is...
John Lee - Arise Mortgage
- Dec 13, 2022
- 2 min
Why is Vancouver the Best City To Buy Real Estate In?
It’s no secret that Vancouver, British Columbia has some of the highest housing prices in the country. However, did you know that it...
John Lee - Arise Mortgage
- Dec 13, 2022
- 2 min
3 REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD BUY REAL ESTATE NOW
The Canadian real estate market has been turbulent in recent years, with the global pandemic and recent possible recessions playing a...
John Lee - Arise Mortgage
- Dec 7, 2022
- 2 min
Bank of Canada increases key interest rate by 0.50% - December 7, 2022
This morning, the Bank of Canada announced that they have increased its key interest rate by 0.50%. The prime rate will be increased from...
John Lee - Arise Mortgage
- Nov 18, 2022
- 3 min
How to Save Money During The Holiday Season
The holiday music and decor flooding popular retail stores are the first indications that the holiday season is among us! We all know how...
John Lee - Arise Mortgage
- Nov 10, 2022
- 2 min
Considering paying off your mortgage early? Here is what you should think about.
Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or an experienced homeowner, your mortgage will undoubtedly play a significant role in your...
John Lee - Arise Mortgage
- Oct 26, 2022
- 2 min
Bank of Canada Increases Rate by 0.50% - October 26th
This morning, the Bank of Canada announced that they have increased its key interest rate by 0.50%. The prime rate will be increased from...
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