Nanaimo & Vancouver Island Mortgage Blog

  • June 3, 2023
  • Posted by Sand Dollar Mortgage Corp

Strategies for Speeding Up Mortgage Repayment

Those of us who desire to own a home often long for the time when our mortgage is paid off. Although the majority of Canadian mortgages are usually amortized over the course of 25 years, there are a

  • May 17, 2023
  • Posted by Sand Dollar Mortgage Corp

Benefits of Buying a New Home in the Summer

Summertime brings sunny days, warm weather, and an ideal opportunity for house hunting. If you're considering buying a new home, the summer months offer several advantages worth considering. In this

  • April 20, 2023
  • Posted by Sand Dollar Mortgage Corp

First-Time Home Buyer Budgeting: What You Need to Know

As a first-time home buyer, budgeting is an essential part of the home buying process. By carefully planning your finances and considering all of the costs associated with purchasing a home, you can e

  • April 12, 2023
  • Posted by Sand Dollar Mortgage Corp

Bank Of Canada Rate Update April 12, 2023

Bank of Canada maintains policy rate, continues quantitative tightening The Bank of Canada today held its target for the overnight rate at 4.5%, with the Bank Rate at 4.75% and the deposit rate at 4.

  • March 16, 2023
  • Posted by Sand Dollar Mortgage Corp

5 Things NOT to do When Selling Your Home

The process of selling a residential property can be time-consuming and emotionally involving, especially if it is your first sale. While your home's curb appeal influences a prospective buyer's poten

  • March 8, 2023
  • Posted by Sand Dollar Mortgage Corp

Bank of Canada Rate Update March 8, 2023

Bank of Canada maintains policy rate, continues quantitative tightening The Bank of Canada today held its target for the overnight rate at 4.5%, with the Bank Rate at 4.75% and the deposit rate at

  • March 5, 2023
  • Posted by Sand Dollar Mortgage Corp

Selling Your Home in the Winter: How You Can Make the Most of It

Selling your home in the winter can be a challenging task, but it can also be an opportunity to stand out in a crowded market. With fewer houses on the market and motivated buyers who are eager to mov

  • February 27, 2023
  • Posted by Sand Dollar Mortgage Corp

Title insurance and home insurance–protect what matters most

When something goes wrong with your home and you suffer a loss, you need to be able to rely on your insurance coverage. Knowing which of your insurance policies to turn to isn't always easy. Title ins

  • January 25, 2023
  • Posted by Sand Dollar Mortgage Corp

Bank of Canada increases policy interest rate by 25 basis points, continues quantitative tightening

The Bank of Canada today increased its target for the overnight rate to 4˝%, with the Bank Rate at 4ľ% and the deposit rate at 4˝%. The Bank is also continuing its policy of quantitative tightening.

  • December 28, 2022
  • Posted by Sand Dollar Mortgage Corp

Should You Spend the Full Mortgage Amount You're Approved For?

Before you start shopping for a new home, you'll need to know exactly how much house you can afford. Otherwise, you could end up in a home that is way out of your budget. What you qualify for may not

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