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What goes into a Credit Score?

🏠✨ Dreaming of your perfect home? At Campbell Mortgages, we understand that the journey to home ownership is unique for everyone. That's why we want to talk about something crucial in the mortgage process - the role of a Credit Score. 🌟

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Navigating Tighter Lending Standards

In recent developments, the Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (OSFI) has issued a stark reminder to banks and lenders across Canada: it's time to double down on diligence when it comes to issuing mortgages. This directive from OSFI is a clear signal that lending guidelines are set to become more stringent, impacting both current and prospective homeowners. πŸ“‰

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Why Calgary?

🏑✨ Dreaming of an affordable yet vibrant city to call home? Look no further than Calgary! πŸŒ„ With an urban vibe nestled in beautiful natural settings, Calgary offers high incomes and housing prices that are a steal compared to Toronto, Vancouver, and even smaller Ontario cities like Barrie, Guelph, and Windsor.

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Attention Homeowners & Future Buyers!

Campbell Mortgages here, shedding light on recent changes that could impact your property dreams! The BC government's latest move has expanded the Speculation Tax, reaching into the Okanagan and Vancouver Island.

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Great News for Home Buyers & Sellers!

As we welcome a hopeful shift in the Canadian housing market, it's time to get excited about what lies ahead! According to recent insights, the correction we've been experiencing is showing signs of easing, with economists predicting a turnaround in home prices by mid-year, or perhaps even sooner.

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Car Loans and the Impact to a MORTGAGE APPLICATION

When diving into the realm of vehicle lending, particularly in the context of long-term loans and negative equity, it's crucial to understand the broader financial implications, especially how these factors can influence mortgage applications.

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**Economic Update Alert!**

πŸ“Šβœ¨ **Economic Update Alert!** βœ¨πŸ“Š

Hey, everyone! Some interesting shifts happening in the Canadian job market and what it means for our economy! According to recent data from Statistics Canada, we're seeing some surprising strength in employmentβ€”biggest growth in four months, in fact! πŸš€ The unemployment rate has dipped to 5.7%, signalling a more robust economic outlook than many anticipated. πŸ“‰

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