Mike Hidlebaugh
Net Worth Mortgages
It is important to be aware that certain financial institutions have programs for individuals with little income but a high net worth and...
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Mike Hidlebaugh
- Mar 31, 2021
- 2 min
Rental Property Mortgages
Investment properties can be a great way to expand your investment portfolio. Essentially you have someone else building equity for you...
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Mike Hidlebaugh
- Mar 17, 2021
- 2 min
Spousal Buyout
Spousal separations can be touchy subject, but there are options for you in terms of mortgages. There are a few things that those...
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Mike Hidlebaugh
- Feb 3, 2021
- 2 min
All About Insurance!
As people start purchasing homes you hear the term insurance get thrown around more and more often and it can get confusing to...
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Mike Hidlebaugh
- Dec 23, 2020
- 2 min
Why You Should Use A Mortgage Broker
One question I frequently encounter is Why should I use a Mortgage Broker instead of my bank or credit union. There are many reasons an...
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Mike Hidlebaugh
- Dec 9, 2020
- 2 min
A More Meaningful Holiday Season
Many people find the Holiday Season to be a stressful time when it should be an enjoyable one. There is often a perceived expectation...
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Mike Hidlebaugh
- Nov 25, 2020
- 2 min
The Power of a Preapproval
When looking for homes, people often dive in with a rough estimate of what they think they can afford. This can be dangerous however,...
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Mike Hidlebaugh
- Oct 28, 2020
- 2 min
Mortgages for Cabins
Have you always dreamt of having a cabin at the lake for your family to escape to on weekends or for the summer? It might be more...
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Mike Hidlebaugh
- Oct 14, 2020
- 2 min
Using RRSP’s for Down Payment on a Home!
It can be difficult to come up with a down payment for a home. One way the federal government has made it a little easier for first time...
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Mike Hidlebaugh
- Sep 16, 2020
- 2 min
To Own or Rent?
Purchasing a home will likely be the biggest financial decision that you will make so it is essential to set yourself up for success and...
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Mike Hidlebaugh
- Sep 2, 2020
- 2 min
Mortgages for Self – Employed Individuals
Approximately 15% of all people who are employed in Canada are self-employed. That is a huge percentage of the employment sector. Many of...
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Mike Hidlebaugh
- Sep 2, 2020
- 2 min
Cash Back Mortgages
Cash back mortgages can be a very attractive and enticing option for individuals purchasing a home or renewing your existing mortgage....
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Mike Hidlebaugh
- Aug 5, 2020
- 2 min
Tips For Saving For A Down Payment
As housing prices increase, people are finding it more and more difficult to save for a down payment. And while it can be difficult to...
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Mike Hidlebaugh
- Jul 22, 2020
- 2 min
All About Getting a HELOC: Home Equity Line of Credit
If you are considering refinancing your home, it is important to determine if a HELOC (Home Equity Line of Credit) is the right option...
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Mike Hidlebaugh
- Jul 8, 2020
- 2 min
All About Down Payment!
When purchasing a home, whether you are a first time home buyer or you have purchased multiple homes, you are required to provide a down...
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Mike Hidlebaugh
- Jun 24, 2020
- 2 min
Standard Charge vs. Collateral Charge Mortgages
When you purchase a home there are two ways that the lender can register your property as security for repayment – standard charge and...
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Mike Hidlebaugh
- Jun 10, 2020
- 3 min
Mortgage Features!
Generally the first thing that people think of when it comes to mortgage features is rate. While it is an important feature, is it truly...
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Mike Hidlebaugh
- May 13, 2020
- 3 min
How To Rebuild Your Credit And Pay Off Debt
Sometimes life just happens and there is an unexpected expense or emergency that puts you in a position where your credit is impacted....
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Mike Hidlebaugh
- Apr 29, 2020
- 3 min
7 Things To Avoid After A Mortgage Preapproval
You met with your broker and have been pre-approved for a mortgage. Way to go! You’re on your way to buying a home. Preapprovals are...
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Mike Hidlebaugh
- Apr 29, 2020
- 2 min
Bridge Financing
Bridge financing is not as common as other financing, but can be ideal for some buyers and in fact necessary. It is used when your new...
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