Tag Archives: mortgage

How Reliable Are Forecasts (Weather or Interest Rate)?

Posted on March 19, 2024 by tracyirwin

Is it just me – or have you noticed the unpredictable weather and inaccurate weather forecasts lately? Are we supposed to wear shorts or winter boots? Forecasters can’t seem to get it right. Predictions for huge snow events don’t materialize … Continue reading →

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Challenging shorter mortgage amortization periods

Posted on September 16, 2014 by tracyirwin

Are they always the right choice? Standard amortization on a mortgage in Canada is 25 years. But, if you have at least 20% home equity, most lenders will offer you 30, and a handful will offer you a 35 year … Continue reading →

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