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Spousal Buyout
Spousal separations can be touchy subject, but there are options for you in terms of mortgages. There are a few things that those...
Mike Hidlebaugh
Mar 17, 20212 min read
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Why You Should Use A Mortgage Broker
One question I frequently encounter is Why should I use a Mortgage Broker instead of my bank or credit union. There are many reasons an...
Mike Hidlebaugh
Dec 23, 20202 min read
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A More Meaningful Holiday Season
Many people find the Holiday Season to be a stressful time when it should be an enjoyable one. There is often a perceived expectation...
Mike Hidlebaugh
Dec 9, 20202 min read
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The Power of a Preapproval
When looking for homes, people often dive in with a rough estimate of what they think they can afford. This can be dangerous however,...
Mike Hidlebaugh
Nov 25, 20202 min read
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Mortgages for Cabins
Have you always dreamt of having a cabin at the lake for your family to escape to on weekends or for the summer? It might be more...
Mike Hidlebaugh
Oct 28, 20202 min read
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Using RRSP’s for Down Payment on a Home!
It can be difficult to come up with a down payment for a home. One way the federal government has made it a little easier for first time...
Mike Hidlebaugh
Oct 14, 20202 min read
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Mortgages for Self – Employed Individuals
Approximately 15% of all people who are employed in Canada are self-employed. That is a huge percentage of the employment sector. Many of...
Mike Hidlebaugh
Sep 2, 20202 min read
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Cash Back Mortgages
Cash back mortgages can be a very attractive and enticing option for individuals purchasing a home or renewing your existing mortgage....
Mike Hidlebaugh
Sep 2, 20202 min read
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7 Things To Avoid After A Mortgage Preapproval
You met with your broker and have been pre-approved for a mortgage. Way to go! You’re on your way to buying a home. Preapprovals are...
Mike Hidlebaugh
Apr 29, 20203 min read
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Bridge Financing
Bridge financing is not as common as other financing, but can be ideal for some buyers and in fact necessary. It is used when your new...
Mike Hidlebaugh
Apr 29, 20202 min read
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Your Home Buying Team
It is essential to have a team of professionals that you can completely trust throughout the home buying process, while you are likely...
Mike Hidlebaugh
Apr 29, 20204 min read
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The Importance of Home Inspections
Why are home inspections so important? Home inspections can reveal defects and flaws that the property has. This allows the potential...
Mike Hidlebaugh
Apr 15, 20202 min read
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Should You Buy The Fixer Upper?
When you are purchasing a new home there are many decisions you need to make. One of those decisions is whether you buy that brand new,...
Mike Hidlebaugh
Mar 3, 20202 min read
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Appraisals-What You Need to Know
What is an appraisal? An appraisal is a professional’s opinion on the true market value of your home. Appraisals can be an important...
Mike Hidlebaugh
Feb 19, 20202 min read
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Become Mortgage Free By Using Your Prepayment Privileges
You can reduce the amount of money you spend on your mortgage significantly and in turn reduce the amount of time it takes to pay off the...
Mike Hidlebaugh
Jan 22, 20202 min read
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Party Platforms as They Relate to Mortgages
The federal election of 2019 promises to be a competitive one and it is essential that voters are informed about the individual parties’...
Mike Hidlebaugh
Oct 9, 20192 min read
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Fixed Rate Mortgage Vs Variable Rate Mortgage
One of the features you must decide on when selecting a mortgage product is whether you want to have a fixed interest rate or a variable...
Mike Hidlebaugh
Apr 3, 20191 min read
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Why I Became a Mortgage Associate
I often get asked why I decided to become a Mortgage Associate later in life. It is a valid question and one that I have a few responses...
Mike Hidlebaugh
Mar 22, 20191 min read
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