Mike Hidlebaugh
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.
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Mike Hidlebaugh
Sep 162 min
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.
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Mike Hidlebaugh
Sep 83 min
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.
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Mike Hidlebaugh
Aug 183 min
Five Ways To Pay Off Your Mortgage Faster
If your mortgage balance seems daunting here are some tips to pay it off faster.
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Mike Hidlebaugh
Jul 262 min
Is An Investment Property Right For You?
Investment properties can be an excellent way to diversify your financial portfolio. If you canstick it out there are often huge returns.
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Mike Hidlebaugh
Jul 222 min
Why You Should Insure Your Mortgage!
Mortgage insurance can be an important piece of your financial picture and can be used in addition to other insurance plans.
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Mike Hidlebaugh
Jul 153 min
How Much Should I Be Saving for Down Payment?
A down payment is money you pay up front to buy a house.In Canada you need a minimum 5% down.This is one of the most crucial steps to buying
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Mike Hidlebaugh
Jul 83 min
How To Leverage Your Home Equity
Find out how much equity you have in your home and use it to leverage it. HELOC's, 2nd mortgages, and refinances are availible to leverage.
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Mike Hidlebaugh
Jun 243 min
Everything You Need To Know About The First Home Savings Account
The FHSA is a ne account in Canada that is designed to help first time home buyers save for a down payment. Can contribute up to $8,000/year
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Mike Hidlebaugh
Jun 163 min
Opportunities to Invest in Saskatchewan Real Estate
Real estate investment can be an important piece of your overall financial picture in Saskatchewan - residential, commercial, ag, cabins.
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mikehides
Jun 103 min
How Rate Fluctuations Impact Mortgage Renewals in Canada
Rate Fluctuations can impact mortgage renewals - the Bank of Canada's policy, inflation, the current economic climate in Canada and world.
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Mike Hidlebaugh
Jun 33 min
Navigating the Condo Market In Saskatchewan
Things to consider when buying a condo: condo fees, reserve fund, bylaws, location, potential appreciation, insurance, rental vs owning
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Mike Hidlebaugh
May 273 min
Smart Strategies For Saving Money on a Mortgage
Strategies to save money on your mortgage include: comparing mortgage terms & rates, considering shorter terms, having bi-weekly payments.
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Mike Hidlebaugh
May 132 min
Understanding Amortization Schedules & How They Impact Mortgage Payments
What is an amortization schedule and how does it impact your mortgage payments? Will show the total interest paid over term or amortization.
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Mike Hidlebaugh
May 62 min
Understanding How Credit Scores Can Impact Lending & Mortgages In Canada
Credit Scores Impact Lending and Mortgages in Canada. The credit score is more than a statistic and allows us to know if you're credit worth
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Mike Hidlebaugh
Apr 292 min
How Canadian Mortgage Rates Are Set!
There are many factors that go into setting mortgage rates in Canada. Bank of Canada, economic indicators, bond market, amongst others are
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Mike Hidlebaugh
Apr 14, 20211 min
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, 20212 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, 20212 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, 20212 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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