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Month: February 2023

Fixed Rates on the Rise!

Fixed rates are moving up – if you’re thinking of buying in the spring, you should get pre-approved and lock in a rate hold now. January’s inflation numbers came out for the U.S. today, and while they did show a slight decrease from December on most measures, the decrease was less than many banks and investors were hoping to see.… Read More »

Fixed rates are on the rise. Chart with increasing arrow.
Posted on February 14, 2023February 14, 2023 by Kevin Niemi
Posted in Economic, Mortgage Advice, Mortgages and Rates

Remember to Claim Your First Time Homebuyers Tax Credit

Did you buy a home last year? As Canadians start to file their 2022 taxes, make sure that you or your friends and family are taking advantage of the First Time Homebuyer tax credit available for qualified ‘first’ home purchases in 2022. Even if you’ve owned a home before, you may be able to claim up to $10,000 for the purchase… Read More »

Posted on February 6, 2023March 9, 2023 by Kevin Niemi
Posted in Economic, Mortgage Advice
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