How is inflation affecting YOU?
The hot topic in the media today is how the cost of living is rising. It’s true – we have all experienced this at the pumps, at the grocery store, and with our mortgages. At Gail Sylvester Mortgages, we are […]
The hot topic in the media today is how the cost of living is rising. It’s true – we have all experienced this at the pumps, at the grocery store, and with our mortgages. At Gail Sylvester Mortgages, we are […]
Approximately 68% of Canadians own their own home. Congratulations – you are one of them! You got the keys, unpacked, and had a chance to take it all in. What an amazing place to be. You may be asking yourself […]
Your home is the biggest and most significant purchase you will make in your life. Is the person helping you do this important? In two words – You Bet. It’s all about understanding. We love conversation, and we encourage our […]
I’ve said it before, and I’ll repeat it – your finances are a tool to SERVE your needs. It isn’t about the amount of money you make but how you manage that money and how intentional you are with your […]
We are taught to save for a rainy day, and while this is a good idea, in theory, it creates a false sense that money is limited. It can leave us feeling like if we spend our money, we cannot […]
Let’s fill up your financial cup with JOY. Yes, JOY. Let’s get excited about your finances – it’s time! PURPOSE AND MEANING Finances are a vehicle to get you where you want to go. Whatever your situation, there is a […]
Applying for a mortgage when self-employed can be a challenge – this we know. Banks typically like tidy financials and don’t have the products to help clients find solutions for those with varying income scenarios. With today’s employment and business […]
We often think of money in terms of math – but it is so much more than that. Each of us has an emotional connection to money that goes far beyond dollars and cents. Our emotional connection is based on […]
When applying for a mortgage, whether you’re purchasing a new property or refinancing an existing one, one of the first steps we’re going to do is pull your credit report to submit with your application. Your credit score can affect […]
Land transfer taxes are one of the closing costs you must budget for when purchasing a property. They are provincial or municipal taxes that must be paid in full prior to closing on a property. Anyone who purchases a property […]