Published: • In this final third article in my 3 part series covering everything you ever wanted to know about a Private Mortgage, but were afraid to ask, I focus on everyone’s big question: “What does a private mortgage cost?” Unlike most traditional mortgage products, there are several costs and fees you may not be...Read More

Published: • Your Bank Isn’t Always The Best Choice For A Mortgage Most of us have accounts with a chartered bank, so it’s natural we turn to them when we need a mortgage. “It’s convenient to have it all in one place.” “They know my situation best.” “My family has always done their mortgage with…”...Read More

Published: • Reader Asks: “What’s the Right Choice? Pay Down Student Debt, Or Save Down Payment For Investment Property?” Today’s question comes from Alison in Mississauga: “Hi Ross I currently have a $50, 000 CAD student loan which I must now start paying off. I have a short term work contract, making a $70,000 a...Read More

Should you buy your first home or pay off your student debt? This is part two of the response to a question from Alison, who wanted to know if she should first pay off her student loans before saving for a house. You can read part one here. Hi Alison, I like the idea of...Read More

Published: • For those who want to buy a home with no down payment From time to time I meet people who are anxious to buy a home, but have no down payment saved up. They are frustrated being on the sidelines and watching everyone else grow their home equity. So, with all the recent...Read More