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Maximize your RRSP Contributions to Help Buy Your First Home
Want to buy your first home this spring? It's time to maximize your RRSP contributions to help build your downpayment!

Jacqueline Jeffries
Feb 8, 20232 min read


When It Makes Sense to Do A Mortgage Refinance
A mortgage refinance is a great option to look at if you want to decrease your high-interest debt or complete a home renovation.

Jacqueline Jeffries
Jan 11, 20233 min read


2022: A Year of Historic Interest Rates
There's been a lot going on in interest rates and 2022 is going to be a textbook year. Here’s my advice for navigating these times.

Jacqueline Jeffries
Dec 6, 20224 min read


Why I Check My Credit Score Every 6 Months
An error on my credit report was damaging my credit. It's now I check my credit score every six months and why you should be too.

Jacqueline Jeffries
Nov 15, 20224 min read


Mortgage Terminology Explained: 6 Terms Homebuyers Should Know
You don’t need to know all the mortgage terminology out there, but these are the top 6 terms you should know when buying or selling a home.

Jacqueline Jeffries
Sep 14, 20223 min read


3 Quick Tips for Making an Offer on a Home
When it comes to making an offer on a home, it pays to be prepared. And working with a mortgage broker is going to help make it happen.

Jacqueline Jeffries
Sep 6, 20223 min read


9 Steps To Do Before You List Your Home For Sale
If selling is on your mind, these are the nine steps to list your home for sale BEFORE publishing your listing.

Jacqueline Jeffries
Aug 10, 20223 min read


Buying a Home? Check Your Credit Score First
One of the questions I ask is, “what’s your credit score?” Here’s how to improve your score to get the best lending options.

Jacqueline Jeffries
Jul 12, 20223 min read


8 Things to Consider Before You Sign Your Mortgage Renewal
Mortgage renewal time is a great opportunity to review best rates and options to refinance and using equity in your home.

Jacqueline Jeffries
Jun 22, 20222 min read


Let's Talk About Rates And The Market
Just wanted to do a quick video just to talk about rates and what's going on in the market right now.

Jacqueline Jeffries
Jun 20, 20224 min read


Feeling Anxious About Rates? Read This
The headlines about mortgage rates right now are scary. My job as a professional mortgage broker is to help reduce that fear and uncertainty

Jacqueline Jeffries
Jun 20, 20224 min read


Should I Buy a House Now or Wait Six Months?
When it comes to deciding if you should buy a house now or wait, it really comes down to the math and if it makes sense for you.

Jacqueline Jeffries
Jun 14, 20223 min read


10 Things to Consider in Choosing a Mortgage
When choosing a mortgage to fit your needs, there are 10 questions I like to ask to see if a mortgage is the right one.

Jacqueline Jeffries
May 19, 20224 min read


5 Smart Ways to Use Your Tax Refund
Few people have a plan to use their tax refund beyond celebrating with a few beverages! Here are 5 ways to use your tax refund this year.

Jacqueline Jeffries
Apr 26, 20223 min read


Did You Know About Purchase Plus Improvement Plans?
A purchase plus improvement plan mortgage can include the costs of your renovation into your mortgage for a low interest rate.

Jacqueline Jeffries
Apr 12, 20223 min read


Why A Mortgage Broker Can Find The Best Residential Mortgage Lenders for You
There’s a huge misconception that mortgage brokers only work with private lenders. But there are many types of residential mortgage lenders.

Jacqueline Jeffries
Mar 16, 20223 min read


Interest Rates Going Up? Why A Variable Is Still My Preferred Product
With interest rates in the news, it’s creating a panic among variable-rate mortgage owners. But, here's why I'm still choosing variable.

Jacqueline Jeffries
Mar 2, 20224 min read


Pre-qualify for a Mortgage in 60 Seconds But Beware
If you find an advertisement is claiming that you can pre-qualify for a mortgage in 60 seconds, best beware!

Jacqueline Jeffries
Feb 16, 20223 min read


4 Types of Home Insurance in Alberta
I get this question a lot, “what's with all the types of home insurance?” There are 4 types you need to know about if you're buying a home.

Jacqueline Jeffries
Feb 15, 20223 min read


Acreage Living: 5 Things to Consider When It Comes to Living on an Acreage
I love acreage living. But, if you have never lived on an acreage before, here are some things you may want to consider before moving.

Jacqueline Jeffries
Dec 21, 20213 min read
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