by Lora Behm | Mar 26, 2026 | Education
What Actually Makes Mortgage Deals Fall Apart? I get asked all the time what actually makes a deal fall apart. Most people assume it’s something complicated or hidden in fine print — but recently, I’ve been seeing two very specific things happen more than usual. And...
by Lora Behm | Mar 16, 2026 | Education
Thinking About Buying or Selling This Spring? Start Preparing Now. Spring is traditionally one of the busiest times in real estate. More listings hit the market, more buyers start looking, and competition naturally increases. If you’re thinking about buying, selling,...
by Lora Behm | Mar 12, 2026 | Education
What Is a Cash Back Mortgage — And When Does It Make Sense? Did you know there’s something called a cash back mortgage? It’s not something we use every day, but in the right situation, it can be a really helpful tool. What Is a Cash Back Mortgage? A cash back mortgage...
by Lora Behm | Mar 3, 2026 | Education
Why Your Credit Score Might Look Different to a Lender Did you know there are actually two different credit bureaus in Canada? The first is Equifax. The second is TransUnion. And depending on the lender, they’ll typically use one or the other when reviewing your...
by Lora Behm | Feb 26, 2026 | Education
Monitoring Your Credit: What You See Isn’t Always What Lenders See Monitoring your credit is one of the best habits you can have when preparing for a mortgage. In fact, if you’re checking your credit regularly — gold star for you. Everyone should be doing it. But...