Countertop Materials for Your Kitchen Published by DLC Marketing Team September 12, 2023 They say the kitchen is the heart of every home, and what better way to treat this important space than by ensuring you have all the right materials? When it comes to your kitchen, there are a variety of options for cupboards, […]

As you near retirement age, the years of diligently contributing to RRSPs are about to pay off. Understanding Registered Retirement Income Funds (RRIFs) becomes crucial, especially if you have registered retirement savings or pension plans. What exactly is a RRIF? Unlike a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), which serves as a retirement savings account where […]

  Watching home renovation shows is inspiring, often providing us with ideas for our own spaces. However, there is a bit of a downside when it comes to these shows – they can be misleading when it comes to the renovation process. While we may want to recreate something from one of these shows, without […]

Another school year is over, and we all know what that means…. your kids have inched another year closer to graduation and in many cases, heading off to another “school” to further their education and skills. Whether it’s university, career college or vocational school, it would be nice to be in a position to help […]

  Strata insurance has been steadily rising across Canada, but many homeowners are unaware of changes to their policies. In some areas, deductibles are doubling (or even tripling!), which can result in extremely high costs if you are not updating your individual policy. To ensure that you remain up-to-date with your strata insurance policies, it […]

  Your home is one of the greatest investments you’ll make in life. The idea of something happening to it is one of the worst images you can have as a homeowner. You can protect your property from damage or even break-ins, but identity thieves can threaten your ownership. Title fraud can leave you out […]

When traditional lenders (such as banks or credit unions) deny mortgage financing, it can be easy to feel discouraged. However, it is important to remember that there is always an alternative! If you’re seeking a mortgage, but your application doesn’t fit into the box of the big traditional institutions, you’ll find yourself in what’s commonly […]

With interest rate hikes on pause, more buyers are coming off the sidelines and looking to enter the market. Prices are high, so protecting your investment and your home is more important than ever. What insurance will you need to protect your new home? A quick Google search will turn up entries for title insurance, […]

  There are lots of reasons people fall into debt but only one way out — and it requires a combination of planning, discipline, and persistence. With the rise in interest rates, there is no better time to map out an action plan to reduce your debt. Start by gathering information about all of your […]

  While not the only factor to look at when choosing a mortgage, interest rates continue to be one of the more prominent decision criteria with any mortgage product. Understanding how mortgage rates are determined and the differences between your typical fixed-rate and variable-rate options can help you make the best decision to suit your […]