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Why Responsiveness Matters in a Mortgage Broker (and How I Deliver It)
When you’re making one of the biggest financial decisions of your life—buying a home, refinancing, or renewing your mortgage—you don’t want to be left waiting for answers. In a fast-moving market, timing and communication are everything. That’s why responsiveness isn’t just a nice-to-have quality in a mortgage broker or associate—it’s a crucial one. At Mike Hidlebaugh Mortgage, responsiveness is one of the cornerstones of how I serve clients. Let’s take a closer look at why

Mike Hidlebaugh
Nov 122 min read


How Bond Yields Affect Fixed-Rate Mortgages in Canada
Many people wonder how lenders set their fixed rate mortgages in Canada. They are based off of yields and rise and fall as bond yields rise and fall.

Mike Hidlebaugh
Sep 112 min read
The Ultimate First-Time Homebuyer Checklist
Buying your first home is an exciting milestone, but it can also feel overwhelming if you’re unsure where to start. At Mike Hidlebaugh...
mikehides
Sep 114 min read


Copy of THINKING OF RENTING THAT BASEMENT SUITE? TIPS FOR FIRST-TIME LANDLORDS
A great way to supplement your income and help with your mortgage is by having a rental space within the home you are living in. Having a...
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Sep 112 min read


Bankruptcy and Getting a Mortgage
I often get the question “Is it possible to obtain a mortgage after filing for bankruptcy?” Many people think that their dreams of home...
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Sep 112 min read


Purchase Plus Improvements
Have you found your dream house in a mature neighbourhood that you desire, but it is dated and the kitchen needs a complete renovation?...

Mike Hidlebaugh
Sep 111 min read


Insured vs. Insurable vs. Uninsurable Mortgages: What’s the Difference and Why It Matters
This is a great description on the differences between insured, insurable, and uninsured mortgages.

Mike Hidlebaugh
Jul 102 min read


How Extending Your Amortization Can Help With Affordability
With rising costs, cash flow has become a more important consideration for people when getting a mortgage. Obviouly you want to pay down your mortgage quickly, but you must make sure that you can afford your other expenses as well. Extending your amortization can help make this possible.

Mike Hidlebaugh
Jun 132 min read


Tips for Buying a Home in the Spring Market in Saskatchewan
The spring market is always a busy time in Saskatchewan, particularly Saskatoon and area so it is essential to be prepared to write an offer when you find your dream home!

Mike Hidlebaugh
May 82 min read


Tips for Selling Your Home in the Spring Market in Saskatchewan
You want to be prepared if you are planning on selling your home anytime, particularly in the competitive spring market. Some ideas to ensure you are ready include: working with a realtor, staging your home, pricing your home competitively, enhancing your curb appeal, getting a pre-sale home inspection, marketing your home effectively, being prepared for a fast sale, and working with a Mortgage Professional.

Mike Hidlebaugh
Apr 102 min read


The Ultimate First-Time Homebuyer Checklist
This first time home buyer checklist will get you on the road to home ownership in Saskatton in an easy and stress free way!

Mike Hidlebaugh
Mar 144 min read


The Impact of Population Growth on Housing in Saskatoon
The growth of Saskatoon and area over the past few years has been significant and can lead to both opportunities and challenges.

Mike Hidlebaugh
Feb 143 min read


Top Mistakes First-Time Homebuyers Make and How to Avoid Them
Buying your first home can be a difficult process. At Mike Hidlebaugh Mortgage we aim to make it as easy as possible.

Mike Hidlebaugh
Jan 243 min read


Why a Mortgage Pre-Approval is Crucial
Getting a pre-approval in place is an important piece to the home buying process. The market is very competitive so any advantage is great.

Mike Hidlebaugh
Jan 23 min read


The Benefits of Buying a Home with a Rental Suite
Buying a home with a basement suite can benefit you in many ways - additional income, increased value, greater flexibility are a few.

Mike Hidlebaugh
Nov 1, 20243 min read


Reduce Debt and Improve Cash Flow Through Refinancing
Reducing debt and improving cash flow can be an important piece to your overall financial picture. Refinancing is a good way to do so.

Mike Hidlebaugh
Oct 11, 20243 min read


Things to Know When Purchasing a Cabin or Vacation Property in Saskatchewan
There are many things to consider when buying a cabin in. It is important to talk to a mortgage professional to make sure you understand.

Mike Hidlebaugh
Sep 23, 20244 min read


The Pros and Cons To Paying Your Mortgage Off Early
There are many pros and cons to paying off your mortgage off early. It is important to take this all into account when deciding.

Mike Hidlebaugh
Sep 16, 20242 min read


What is The Difference Between A Buyers and Sellers Market
A buyer’s market is when there are more properties on the market than there are people purchasing. Supply is exceeding demand.

Mike Hidlebaugh
Sep 8, 20243 min read


How To Pick The Right Mortgage Term
When it comes time to buy a house, there are a lot of questions that we start to ask. One of the first, when you begin negotiating your...

Mike Hidlebaugh
Aug 24, 20243 min read
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