Category: Announcements (39 posts)
- January 21, 2019 @ 3:06 PM
- Posted by Craig Nickerson
Buying out your ex!
Did you know that in the case of a marital split, you can buy your partner off title using up to 95% of the equity in the home?In order to qualify, both parties must be on the title of the property pr
- January 18, 2019 @ 10:08 AM
- Posted by Craig Nickerson
Stop foreclosure!
On the verge of foreclosure? We have an extensive network of private lenders that might be able to help! Call (613)394-5810 or send us a message!
- October 19, 2018 @ 10:00 AM
- Posted by Craig Nickerson
We did it again!
We did it again! I am extremely proud to be named Trenton's favourite mortgage broker (for the 9th consecutive year) by readers of the Trentonian. A heartfelt thanks to all my amazing client
- October 8, 2018 @ 7:00 AM
- Posted by Craig Nickerson
We are open!
Jump for joy! If you want to talk mortgages even on Thanksgiving we’re available for phone consultations. Happy Thanksgiving!
- May 3, 2018 @ 6:05 AM
- Posted by Craig Nickerson
Posted this APS?
With interest rates trending upwards, it’s never too early you get a mortgage preapproval. Call (613)394-5810 or send us a message. #militarymortgageprogram #veric
- April 15, 2018 @ 10:55 AM
- Posted by Craig Nickerson
Fixed interest rates are going up!
Rates are on the way up! Many of our top lenders have raised fixed rates in the last few days, but a few are still holding out. If you are buying this spring/summer and you don't have your in
- March 28, 2018 @ 9:11 AM
- Posted by Craig Nickerson
Expanding your comfort zone
In a rapidly rising real estate market, families looking to purchase a house are often pushed to the edge of their comfort zone. Situations like these are where great advice matters.
- February 5, 2018 @ 3:31 PM
- Posted by Craig Nickerson
January 2018 Quinte MLS Statistics
Yet another month that can only be described as a seller's market. Average residential sales price for January was $305,180, up an incredible 19.3% year over year, while the total number
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- January 17, 2018 @ 1:19 PM
- Posted by Craig Nickerson
Simpligo joins the Verico Network!
We are proud to announce that Simpligo Inc. is the newest member of the Verico Network! Look for some amazing new innovations coming soon in 2018!
- November 18, 2017 @ 7:53 AM
- Posted by Craig Nickerson
There is no such thing as a stupid question
Informed borrowers make smart decisions. My primary job is to make you an informed borrower. How can I do that? By educating you about exactly what to expect at every stage of the
- November 10, 2017 @ 2:35 PM
- Posted by Craig Nickerson
A great success story!
Another huge win to end the week.Received a call on October 29th at 8pm from one of my realtor partners. His client had purchased a home that was set to close on November 1st but there was an issue wi
- October 27, 2017 @ 11:29 AM
- Posted by Craig Nickerson
Upcoming qualifying rate change!
Effective the week of October 30, 2017, the Bank of Canada is changing it's 5 year benchmark qualifying rate to 4.99%. Not a huge change, but it will reduce the puchasing power of high rat
- October 13, 2017 @ 3:18 PM
- Posted by Craig Nickerson
A big thank you to all my customers!
For the 8th consecutive year I am humbled to have been voted Quinte West's favourite mortgage broker by readers of the Trentonian. However, I am more thrilled with being named Quinte West'
- October 2, 2017 @ 9:03 AM
- Posted by Craig Nickerson
Bank of Canada Qualifying Rate Change
Effective the week of October 2, 2017, the Bank of Canada qualiying rate has increased by 5bps to 4.89%. The 5-year benchmark qualifying rate published by the BoC was put into le
- September 29, 2017 @ 9:28 AM
- Posted by Craig Nickerson
Modernizing the relocation services model!
Some long overdue changes in the relocation program that helps address some of the concerns I have heard from many families over the years. Please follow the link to read more.
- September 12, 2017 @ 1:22 PM
- Posted by Craig Nickerson
There is more to a mortgage than just rate
When scanning through the myriad of mortgage advertisements online, it can be quite a daunting task to figure out who to call to discuss mortgages. Most brokers or agents all seem to promise th
- August 30, 2017 @ 9:16 AM
- Posted by Craig Nickerson
Today is a great day to save money on a mortgage
Flash sale: 5 year fixed rate mortgages 2.79%. Valid for high-ratio insured purchases only closing prior to October 31st. Call (613)394-5810 before these great rates disappear
- April 6, 2017 @ 9:31 AM
- Posted by Craig Nickerson
March 2017 Quinte MLS statistics
If these latest stats don't point to a bubble, I really don't know what else would: Average Residential Sold for March 2017 $308,324 Average Residential Sol
- March 29, 2017 @ 1:39 PM
- Posted by Craig Nickerson
Increase your cash flow!
Looking to refinance to pay credit card bills, complete home renovations or pay your income taxes? With the recent run up in property values locally, you may have more options than you think.This week
- March 1, 2017 @ 10:11 AM
- Posted by Craig Nickerson
A tip to help you during hot real estate market
The madness of the GTA real estate market has finally hit the Quinte area (Belleville/Trenton). Buyers, having been priced out of the outer rings of the GTA (Oshawa, Clarington, Cobourg) buyers
- January 13, 2017 @ 9:33 AM
- Posted by Craig Nickerson
Quinte MLS statistics December 2016
On the residential side, number of listings are down and prices are up. For properties at the lower end of the market (under $250K), there has been competing offers on almost every new listing
- January 9, 2017 @ 12:03 PM
- Posted by Craig Nickerson
Private money available!
Behind on your property or income taxes? Short term credit blemish due to divorce or job loss? Verifiable income too low for institutional lenders? We have LOTS of local (private
- October 6, 2016 @ 10:05 AM
- Posted by Craig Nickerson
An easy to read summary of the mortgage rule changes
The Department of Finance threw a major wrench in the gears on October 3rd by making huge material changes to the way that many borrowers get qualified. Here's a summary of an easy to read rund
- October 5, 2016 @ 11:17 AM
- Posted by Craig Nickerson
Thank you Quinte West!
For the 7th consecutive year, I am humbled to have been named Trenton's favourite mortgage by readers of the Trentonian. A far greater honour, however, is being named Trenton's favourite
- October 5, 2016 @ 10:55 AM
- Posted by Craig Nickerson
Big changes in Canadian Mortgage Regulations
This is important news for all members of the military and is well worth reading the entire article. http://www.verico.ca/michael_campbell_insuredmortgages/ Currently all lenders in Canada are allow
- August 24, 2016 @ 10:36 AM
- Posted by Craig Nickerson
Reverse mortgages
We do reverse mortgages! Compared to when they first hit the market years ago, the product offerings are now extremely competitve and would make a reasonable addition to your retirement income s
- August 22, 2016 @ 4:07 PM
- Posted by Craig Nickerson
5 year fixed rate mortgages - 2.34%
5 year fixed rate mortgages at 2.34% for new deals closing before the end of September. This is a full feature mortgage with good prepayment and portability options. Wow! #lowratemortga
- December 1, 2015 @ 9:49 AM
- Posted by Craig Nickerson
Thank you Trenton!
For 2015, I am happy to announce that I have been named Trenton's favourite financial planner and Trenton's favourite mortgage broker in the Reader's Choice awards sponsored by the local newspaper. &n
- October 19, 2015 @ 12:20 PM
- Posted by Craig Nickerson
September 2015 Quinte MLS Statistics
With year over year prices up nearly 10%, September was another strong month for the local real estate market. With temperatures dropping quickly, however, expect the usual seasonal slowdown to
- June 30, 2015 @ 9:37 AM
- Posted by Craig Nickerson
May 2015 Quinte MLS statistics
The real estate market in the Quinte region has enjoyed a very strong spring so far. Prices are up, and good homes in the Trenton market have been selling shortly after the sign has hit the law
- February 12, 2015 @ 8:49 AM
- Posted by Craig Nickerson
January 2015 Quinte MLS statistics
Once again in January the lower priced homes seem to be moving well, likely as a result of recent interest rate drops. In speaking with many Realtor colleagues in the Trenton area, there
- February 9, 2015 @ 9:55 AM
- Posted by Craig Nickerson
December 2014 Real Estate Statistics from Quinte MLS Board
December_2014_Quinte_MLS_statistics.pdf Stats are a little deceptive, as the increase in the price of new homes seems to continue to distort the average a little bit. With the real esta
- January 21, 2015 @ 1:34 PM
- Posted by Craig Nickerson
Proud supporter of the Trenton Military Family Resource Centre
#trentonmfrc #trentonmortgages
- January 21, 2015 @ 12:47 PM
- Posted by Craig Nickerson
Prime rate drop!
In a bit of a surprise move, the Bank of Canada dropped the prime rate by 0.25% to 0.75% today. When combined with some aggressive variable rate pricing now available in the marketplace,
- April 2, 2014 @ 8:11 AM
- Posted by Craig Nickerson
Re-licensing time!
The rites of spring - snow finally melting, the birds returning, and renewing your license to trade in mortgages through FSCO, the Financial Services Commission in Ontario.. Required every 2 years, m
- February 28, 2014 @ 10:16 AM
- Posted by Craig Nickerson
CMHC Increases Mortgage Premiums
http://www.cmhc.ca/en/corp/nero/nere/2014/2014-02-28-1100.cfm The news release really speaks for itself. Pretty tough to justify a premium increase as anything other than another form of taxat
- June 11, 2013 @ 3:14 PM
- Posted by Craig Nickerson
Last chance for less than 3% on a 5 year fixed rate
Rates are going up again. If you are looking to buy, refinance or renew in the next 120 days, June 11th might be your last chance to lock in a 5 year interest rate of less than 3%.
- December 21, 2012 @ 9:44 AM
- Posted by Craig Nickerson
Thank you Trenton
Thanks again to all of my clients, colleagues and business partners for a tremendous 2012. I truly value your business, and look forward to working with many of you again in the new year. I am