The Mortgage Group - Andy Vickers

Andy Vickers || November 19, 2018

Home prices across the country fell last month except in one area

A leading measure of Canadian home prices declined in October nationwide although one housing market bucked the trend.The Teranet-National Bank National Composite House Price Index was down 0.4%...

Andy Vickers || August 17, 2018

Benefits of Homeownership

Homeownership Builds Wealth Over TimeHomeownership can be a very savvy financial move – but only if people buy homes they can actually afford. In 2018, this idea of sticking to a home you can afford...

Andy Vickers || August 07, 2018

Is a mortgage broker or a bank your best option?

A mortgage broker is an intermediary who works with multiple lenders and is paid a referral fee by the lenders. A bank mortgage officer represents only the products their institution offers. Mortgage...

Andy Vickers || July 31, 2018

Will homes be more affordable now that the market has cooled down in Victoria?

Homes are spending more time on the market and real estate sales are moving at a slower pace in Victoria.So, what does this mean?B.C.’s speculation tax, which will be imposed in the fall, is causing...