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Category: Miscellaneous (12 posts)

VIP Club Contest

February 14, 2024 | Posted by: Jeremy Schaffner

I recently sent out a very easy contest to win a $50 gift card.  All that was required was to answer this simple question: “What is your favorite holiday movie?” ...

New Federal Housing Measures Nov 2023

January 3, 2024 | Posted by: Jeremy Schaffner

The federal government of Canada has just announced a series of housing-focused measures aimed at increasing the supply of rental housing across the country.Here’s a summary of the key points th ...

Easy Ways to Repay Your Home Loan Early and Free Up Cash for Family Adventures

April 21, 2021 | Posted by: Jeremy Schaffner

Most home buyers take out a mortgage to help finance buying a home. As a result, many homeowners are faced with a monthly mortgage payment during the time they are raising their children or sending th ...

What is the Difference Between a Home Equity Loan and Refinancing?

April 14, 2021 | Posted by: Jeremy Schaffner

Though most people believe that their home is a great place to live, others see the value in owning a home. It can be a great investment. However, if you are strapped for cash, it can be a source of ...

3 Smart Ways to Use a Home Equity Line of Credit

December 30, 2020 | Posted by: Jeremy Schaffner

For homeowners across the globe, home equity lines of credit (HELOCs) have become a handy way of tapping into the value of their homes. However, when borrowing money against your home, it is always ...

3 Essential Tips For New Real Estate Investors

December 23, 2020 | Posted by: Jeremy Schaffner

The world of real estate investing can be both challenging and rewarding in equal measure. As such, if you are planning on diving into the industry any time soon, you may want to pay close attention ...

3 Lesser-Known Ways to Invest in Real Estate

November 4, 2020 | Posted by: Jeremy Schaffner

Investing in real estate has long been a path to wealth-building. Real estate is an asset that can provide both ongoing income and value appreciation, making it attractive to those who seek long-term ...

Four Home Renovation Projects That Will Boost the Value of Your House

October 7, 2020 | Posted by: Jeremy Schaffner

Whether you are planning on selling your home in the near future, or if you intend to stay for a long time to come, a renovation can be a great way to boost the overall appearance, utility, and value ...

5 Reasons Why Your Home Isn't Selling

September 30, 2020 | Posted by: Jeremy Schaffner

You've put your house on the market, and you're ready to start spending all the money you know you'll make from the sale. There's only one problem. Your house isn't selling. After trying to figure ...

The Differences Between a Credit Freeze and Credit Lock, and How They Can Protect You from Identity Theft

September 23, 2020 | Posted by: Jeremy Schaffner

From your full name, to your address, to your social security number - almost every detail about you is stored in a database somewhere. This information floats around in digital clouds and servers, al ...

House Flipping 101: How to Prevent Injuries During Demolition Days

September 16, 2020 | Posted by: Jeremy Schaffner

Demolition days are a major perk for those engaging in house flipping. You get to smash kitchens, bathrooms, bedrooms, and living rooms to smithereens as you demolish the interior of the home you're ...

6 Home Renovations That Will Increase Your Home's Value

September 2, 2020 | Posted by: Jeremy Schaffner

Home renovations can be an expensive and time-consuming commitment, and whether you plan on staying put for the long haul or flipping the house right away, it's worth knowing which renovation projects ...

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