Mortgage 101

Clinton and Todd explore the evolving landscape of homeownership, offering insights and expertise! Join us this episode of Mortgage 101, as we dive into discussions ranging from Halifax's growing reputation, to the nuances of mortgage lending.

From rising debt levels to the impact of refinances and renewals, hosts Clinton and Todd sit down with guest Sandi Burns to provide insightful analysis and predictions for navigating the ever-changing landscape of homeownership. In this segment of Mortgage 101, we dive into the current trends shaping the mortgage market.

Clinton and Todd are joined by Sandi Burns, AVP Residential and Retail Credit Risk, to talk about Mortgage fraud. Fraud is on the rise. And not just by the those looking for illegal gains. Sandi talks about the complexity of fraud for shelter, fraud for profit and the risks of fraud that affect more than lenders and borrowers. Clinton and Todd highlight some tips for detection and prevention, and encourage borrowers to always ask the important questions to an unbiased mortgage professional.

Clinton and Todd are excited for Spring! They chat about the Spring Real Estate Market, being one of the biggest, and how it comes with its own set of market prices and trends. Clinton makes some predictions on what will happen once rates start to drop, and the two chat about downsizing and build options for buyers excited to spring into their new home!

This segment Clinton and Todd dive into the importance of the pre-approval process in home buying. They touch on necessary financial decisions to make before buying a home, the limitations of some home purchases and going with reputable mortgage brokers.

This segment Clinton and Todd bring on contractor and civil engineer, Dan Monk, to chat about home renovation costs and trends in Halifax, some red and green flags to look out for when hiring contractors, and some simple renovations or improvements you can make to help you love your home.

This segment Clinton and Todd continue their chat about love and home improvement with an emphasis on the factor love plays in buying a home. They chat about planning for relationship breakdowns, spousal buyout options, and financial honesty and transparency in relationships.

This segment Clinton and Todd get into loving your home, and home improvement for February. They chat about the housing market, and interest rates in Halifax. Clinton makes an interesting prediction, and the two wrap up the chat with home renovation and HELOC advice.

This segment we outline some of the financial planning involved with the mortgage renewal process. Clinton and Todd have an open conversation about considering new lenders.

This segment Clinton and Todd are joined by Tina Powell, a licensed insolvency trustee with MNP Ltd. They discuss debt trends in Atlantic Canada, financial hardship and debt solutions.