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Shop around and save money when renewing your mortgage
By Alisa Aragon-Lloyd, as seen in "New Home + Condo Guide" magazine, February 14, 2023 While most Canadians spend a lot of time and...

Alisa Aragon-Lloyd
Mar 6, 20232 min read


Further Decline in Inflation in January Affirms Bank of Canada Pause in March
Canadian inflation decelerated meaningfully in January despite the continued strength in the economy. Labour markets remain very tight,...

Alisa Aragon-Lloyd
Feb 27, 20232 min read


Reverse Mortgages
By Alisa Aragon-Lloyd, as seen in "Reno + Decor" magazine - Vancouver Edition - Feb/Mar 2023 Perhaps you or a friend or family member...

Alisa Aragon-Lloyd
Feb 14, 20234 min read


Get control of your finances. A simple guide to creating a budget
By Alisa Aragon-Lloyd, as seen in "New Home + Condo Guide" magazine, January 21, 2023 With rising interest rates, inflation, rising...

Alisa Aragon-Lloyd
Feb 4, 20234 min read


Easy steps to manage and take care of your credit score
Your credit score is a three-digit number that lenders use to predict your creditworthiness.
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Dec 12, 20224 min read


Nine tips to create wealth through real estate
By Alisa Aragon-Lloyd, as seen in "New Home + Condo Guide" magazine, November 12, 2022 Purchasing a home is a big investment, but...
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Dec 5, 20223 min read


What are the different types of homeownership and which one works best for you?
By Alisa Aragon-Lloyd, as seen in "New Home + Condo Guide" magazine, October 29, 2022 There are four major types of homeownership. While...
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Nov 9, 20222 min read


A Portability Option in Your Mortgage: What is it and is it important?
By Alisa Aragon-Lloyd, as seen in "New Home + Condo Guide" magazine, October 1, 2022 Selling your current home and moving into a new one...
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Oct 25, 20222 min read


Understanding Mortgage Trigger Points
By Alisa Aragon-Lloyd, as seen in "New Home + Condo Guide" magazine, September 17, 2022 As the Bank of Canada keeps increasing the...
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Sep 27, 20223 min read


Mortgage Default Insurance - What it is and when you may need it.
By Alisa Aragon-Lloyd, as seen in "New Home + Condo Guide" magazine, August 20, 2022 Mortgage default insurance is commonly referred to...
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Sep 12, 20223 min read


The Nine Most Frequently Asked Questions When Purchasing A House
By Alisa Aragon-Lloyd, as seen in "New Home + Condo Guide" magazine, July 9, 2022 1. WHAT’S THE BEST RATE I CAN GET? Your credit score...
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Aug 8, 20224 min read


Tips To Help You Manage Higher Interest Rates
By Alisa Aragon-Lloyd, as seen in "New Home + Condo Guide" magazine, May 28, 2022 The Bank of Canada has increased its overnight policy...
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Jun 21, 20223 min read


Consider the Penalty on a Discounted Mortgage Rate
By Alisa Aragon-Lloyd, as seen in “New Home + Condo Guide” magazine, April 2nd, 2022. Even though mortgage interest rates have increased,...
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Apr 4, 20223 min read


10 Tips On Obtaining a Mortgage After Bankruptcy
By Alisa Aragon-Lloyd, as seen on “New Condo and Guide” magazine, November 27th 2021. Many Canadians find themselves bogged down with a...
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Dec 1, 20213 min read


Things That Can Affect Your Mortgage Approval
By Alisa Aragon-Lloyd, as seen on “New Condo and Guide” magazine, October 16th 2021. Receiving a mortgage approval is more than having...

Alisa Aragon-Lloyd
Nov 19, 20212 min read


Great News On The Canadian Job Front
Blockbuster September Jobs Report – Further Fuel For Rising Interest Rates Statistics Canada released the September Labour Force Survey...
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Oct 8, 20214 min read


Please help me, help you feel awesome, and help others in the process!
How awesome does it feel to have a positive impact on the lives of others – especially those who need it most. I’m taking the leap! This...
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Aug 26, 20212 min read


Annual Inflation Hits 3.7% in Canada – A New Election
This morning’s Stats Canada release showed that the July CPI surged to a 3.7% year-over-year pace, well above the 3.1% pace recorded in...
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Aug 19, 20213 min read


New Stress Test, First Responder Program and Enhanced First Time Buyer Program
* New Stress test Rules As expected, the Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (OFSI) confirmed that it will move ahead...
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Jul 26, 20214 min read


Friendly reminder that your property taxes due on July 1, 2021
We hope you are doing well! We wanted to remind you to apply for the BC Homeowners Grant if you are eligible. To apply for the grant, you...
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Jun 11, 20211 min read
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