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Rental Property Mortgages
Investment properties can be a great way to expand your investment portfolio. Essentially you have someone else building equity for you...

Mike Hidlebaugh
Mar 31, 20212 min read
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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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All About Insurance!
As people start purchasing homes you hear the term insurance get thrown around more and more often and it can get confusing to...

Mike Hidlebaugh
Feb 3, 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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Is Refinancing the Right Option for You?
Is Refinancing the Right Option for You? There are many reasons why an individual or individuals may choose to refinance their mortgage...

Mike Hidlebaugh
Aug 19, 20202 min read
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Tips For Saving For A Down Payment
As housing prices increase, people are finding it more and more difficult to save for a down payment. And while it can be difficult to...

Mike Hidlebaugh
Aug 5, 20202 min read
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Bankruptcy and Getting a Mortgage
I often get the question “Is it possible to obtain a mortgage after filing for bankruptcy?” Many people think that their dreams of home...

Mike Hidlebaugh
Jul 8, 20202 min read
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Standard Charge vs. Collateral Charge Mortgages
When you purchase a home there are two ways that the lender can register your property as security for repayment – standard charge and...

Mike Hidlebaugh
Jun 24, 20202 min read
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Mortgage Features!
Generally the first thing that people think of when it comes to mortgage features is rate. While it is an important feature, is it truly...

Mike Hidlebaugh
Jun 10, 20203 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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