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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Five Ways To Pay Off Your Mortgage Faster
If your mortgage balance seems daunting here are some tips to pay it off faster.
Mike Hidlebaugh
Aug 18, 20243 min read
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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.
Mike Hidlebaugh
Jul 26, 20242 min read
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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.
Mike Hidlebaugh
Jul 22, 20242 min read
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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
Mike Hidlebaugh
Jul 15, 20243 min read
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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.
Mike Hidlebaugh
Jul 8, 20243 min read
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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
Mike Hidlebaugh
Jun 24, 20243 min read
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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.
Mike Hidlebaugh
Jun 16, 20243 min read
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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.
mikehides
Jun 10, 20243 min read
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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
Mike Hidlebaugh
Jun 3, 20243 min read
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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.
Mike Hidlebaugh
May 13, 20242 min read
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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
Mike Hidlebaugh
May 6, 20242 min read
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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
Mike Hidlebaugh
Apr 29, 20242 min read
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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...
Mike Hidlebaugh
Apr 14, 20211 min read
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