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Reasons why you may want to consider a rent to own property
With the real estate market continuing to hold steady, many young families are looking for other options to afford a home. Many...

Alisa Aragon-Lloyd
Nov 11, 20193 min read
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Robust Canadian jobs report in September 2019
According to an article published by Sherry Cooper from DLC , the Canadian jobs market continued to surprise on the high-side–on track...

Alisa Aragon-Lloyd
Oct 31, 20192 min read
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Mortgage renewals with the same lender are on the rise, but should you just sign on the dotted line?
If you’re in a mortgage that’s coming up for renewal in the coming months and you’re considering just staying with your current lender,...

Alisa Aragon-Lloyd
Oct 18, 20193 min read
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Mortgage brokers can help you get financing for every stage of your life
Buying a home can feel like a journey. Whether it’s your first place or 10th, there are so many steps to go through and things you need...

Alisa Aragon-Lloyd
Sep 24, 20192 min read
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Should we stay or should we go
If you’re founding your family has grown out of your current home or your house could use a makeover to better fit your changing needs,...

Alisa Aragon-Lloyd
Sep 18, 20192 min read
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6 Things all Co-signors should consider
Co-signing on a loan may seem like an easy way to help a loved one (child, family member, friend, etc.) live out their dream of owning a...

Alisa Aragon-Lloyd
Sep 16, 20192 min read
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Bank of Canada Holds Overnight Rate Steady Amid Uncertainty
This article addresses the overnight rate steady Amid uncertainty. The Bank of Canada held the target overnight rate at steady at 1.75%...

Alisa Aragon-Lloyd
Sep 9, 20193 min read
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Are you a first time Homebuyer?
Here are 4 costs to consider if you are a first time homebuyer. Oftentimes even the most organized and detail oriented first-time...

Alisa Aragon-Lloyd
Aug 9, 20193 min read
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Rate Falls Since B-20 Intro: For Qualifying Mortgage
The interest rate used by the federally regulated banks in mortgage stress tests has declined for the first time since 2016, making it a...

Alisa Aragon-Lloyd
Jul 19, 20193 min read
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Wading through today’s soft real estate market
New Home Condo Guide, May 2019 issue, I, Alisa Aragon was interviewed by Stephanie MacDonald. Here is the article, it has some useful...

Alisa Aragon-Lloyd
Jun 30, 20192 min read
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Another Strong Employment Report Signals Rebound In Canadian Economy
It appears that the Bank of Canada’s optimism that the Canadian economy’s growth will pick up in the third and fourth quarters of this...

Alisa Aragon-Lloyd
Jun 15, 20192 min read
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Property taxes are due on Tuesday, July 2nd
Please remember to apply for the BC Homeowners Grant if you are eligible. To apply for the grant, you have to complete the application...

Alisa Aragon-Lloyd
Jun 3, 20191 min read
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Developers step up quirky incentive game to lure new condo buyers
As seen in Vancouver Courier The trend for quirky new-home buyer incentives is continuing after developer Woodbridge Homes recently...

Alisa Aragon-Lloyd
May 24, 20194 min read
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Bank of Canada Reduces Prospects of a Rate Hike
A greater-than-expected slowdown in global economic activity has triggered a slowdown in the pace of interest rate normalization by many...

Alisa Aragon-Lloyd
May 15, 20194 min read
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How a side hustle can change your home-buying outlook
The term side hustle describes something you do to make extra cash outside your full-time job. Anyone can make a hundred bucks on the...

Alisa Aragon-Lloyd
Apr 15, 20192 min read
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September Data Confirm That Housing Is in Full Rebound
Statistics released today by the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) show that national home sales rose for the seventh consecutive...

Alisa Aragon-Lloyd
Mar 23, 20194 min read
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Market Update
The Bank of Canada acknowledged that a couple weeks ago that the slowdown in the Canadian economy has been deeper and more broadly based...

Alisa Aragon-Lloyd
Mar 15, 20193 min read
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Bank of Canada Remains on Hold, Revising Down Oil Market Outlook
The Bank of Canada left the overnight benchmark policy rate at 1-3/4%, as expected. In another dovish statement, the Bank of Canada...

Alisa Aragon-Lloyd
Feb 15, 20193 min read
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As we enter the New Year, there are a few things that we should all think about as homeowners. 1 – Replace your furnace air filter – if...

Alisa Aragon-Lloyd
Jan 15, 20192 min read
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Bank of Canada’s Dovish Tone
As was universally expected, the Bank of Canada’s Governing Council held overnight interest rates steady at 1-3/4% as it heralded a...

Alisa Aragon-Lloyd
Dec 15, 20183 min read
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