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Bank of Canada will maintain current level of policy rate until inflation objective is achieved, recalibrates its quantitative easing program

October 28, 2020 | Posted by: Barb Pinsent - Red Deer Alberta Mortgage Associate

The Bank of Canada today maintained its target for the overnight rate at the effective lower bound of ¼ percent, with the Bank Rate at ½ percent and the deposit rate at ¼ percent. ...

Cons of For Sale By Owner (FSBO) in Red Deer, Alberta

October 14, 2020 | Posted by: Barb Pinsent - Red Deer Alberta Mortgage Associate

You finally place your ad on the for sale by owner site! You are looking forward to answering tons of inquiries about your beautiful home but heard nothing yet. Selling your home shouldn't be this har ...

Real Estate 101: Getting Your Home Ready To Show in Red Deer, Alberta

September 30, 2020 | Posted by: Barb Pinsent - Red Deer Alberta Mortgage Associate

So...you decided to sell your home? This was not a decision that was taken lightly. This is a home you've grown fond of and grown in love with deeply. Countless memories were created, maybe your child ...

Tips for Real Estate Investors in Red Deer, Alberta

September 16, 2020 | Posted by: Barb Pinsent - Red Deer Alberta Mortgage Associate

In today's business world, investing has gone beyond traditional assets, such as stocks and mutual funds. The real estate industry presents excellent investment options and a chance to expand your por ...

Bank of Canada maintains commitment to current level of policy rate, continues program of quantitative easing

September 9, 2020 | Posted by: Barb Pinsent - Red Deer Alberta Mortgage Associate

The Bank of Canada today maintained its target for the overnight rate at the effective lower bound of ¼ percent. The Bank Rate is correspondingly ½ percent and the deposit rate is &frac1 ...

Reverse Mortgages – Impact on Heirs in Red Deer, Alberta

September 2, 2020 | Posted by: Barb Pinsent - Red Deer Alberta Mortgage Associate

How do Reverse Mortgages Affect Canadian Heirs? For Canadian seniors, there is a great way to get the most out of the equity in their homes. Home prices tend to rise, and equity builds in the prope ...

Advice for First-Time Home Sellers in Red Deer, Alberta

August 19, 2020 | Posted by: Barb Pinsent - Red Deer Alberta Mortgage Associate

When buying your home, you probably dreamt of passing it down to future generations. Now, things turned out different and you are looking to sell. You fell in love with your home and made a ton of ...

Top 3 Home Improvement Ideas to Increase the Value of Your Home in Red Deer, Alberta

August 5, 2020 | Posted by: Barb Pinsent - Red Deer Alberta Mortgage Associate

Homeowners are often excited about home renovations and updates. Some property owners also use that opportunity to fulfill their wish lists, such as adding a master bedroom or hardwood flooring. Wit ...

5 Things NOT To Do When Selling Your House in Red Deer, Alberta

July 22, 2020 | Posted by: Barb Pinsent - Red Deer Alberta Mortgage Associate

The process of selling a residential property can be time-consuming and emotionally involving, especially if it is your first sale. While your home's curb appeal influences a prospective buyer's poten ...

July 15 - 2020 Bank of Canada will maintain current level of policy rate until inflation objective is achieved, continues program of quantitative easing

July 15, 2020 | Posted by: Barb Pinsent - Red Deer Alberta Mortgage Associate