by Lora Behm | Sep 22, 2026 | Education
Could Your Cell Phone Bill Affect Your Mortgage Approval? Your cell phone bill could be affecting your mortgage approval… and many people don’t even realize it. When lenders review your mortgage application, they don’t just look at things like credit cards, car loans,...
by Lora Behm | Sep 17, 2026 | Education
Hate Budgeting? The Envelope System Might Be Worth a Try I’ll be honest… I hate budgets. I’ve never found them easy to stick to, especially when they involve writing down and tracking every single place you spend your money. An easier method I like is the Envelope...
by Lora Behm | Sep 8, 2026 | Education
First-Time Home Buyer? Here’s where I would start saving Are you a first-time home buyer wondering where you should start saving for your down payment? My first recommendation is usually a First Home Savings Account (FHSA). You can save up to $8,000 per year. Your...
by Lora Behm | Aug 28, 2026 | Education
That Old Internet Modem Could Be Hurting Your Credit When people think about what can hurt their credit score, they usually think of missed credit card payments, car loans, or lines of credit. But one of the biggest credit issues I see has nothing to do with any of...
by Lora Behm | Aug 20, 2026 | Education
Thinking About Bridge Financing? Your Home Needs to Be Sold First One of the most common misconceptions I hear is, “My house is listed, so I can get bridge financing.” While it seems like listing your home would be enough, that’s unfortunately not...
by Lora Behm | Aug 14, 2026 | Education
Using an Online Bank? Don’t Forget About Your Deposit Online banking has made managing our finances easier than ever. Accounts like Simplii, Tangerine, and Wealthsimple offer convenient banking without the need to visit a branch, and for many people, they work...
