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The Globe and Mail just published an online article about the continuation of rising consumer debt in Canada. This is not a new message by any stretch of the imagination. In fact, the Government of Canada has been screaming at the top of their lungs for Canadians to reduce their debt; although the message seems [...]
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This morning I woke up to a big news story about a co-ordinated effort by several large central banks, including the Bank of Canada, to provide liquidity to the world economy. Markets are spiking today regarding this news, but I wonder what the long term consequences will be once the reality of this news wears [...]
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Mortgage Brokers In Calgary … Need to demonstrate higher value. A demonstration of higher value can be done indirectly OR directly with the prospect. People love stories, and the best salesmen (women) are great story tellers. The use of a story roots the frame of the value you are indirectly eliciting to the prospect. This [...]
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The nightmare/fiasco at Penn State is sad on sooo many levels. First and foremost are the kids who were molested. The thought of young children “showering” or being harmed by an older man (allegedly), who was perceived to be a positive authority figure, is infuriating to me. Second is the lack of leadership within Penn [...]
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I spoke with a Realtor yesterday …and we chatted about several different clients who were sitting on the fence, deciding whether to purchase a home or not. I know what you’re thinking already …this is not a post about a slower market of unmotivated clients. I am curious to know what will eventually “Tip” these [...]
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What are some of the most important questions to ask a mortgage broker when deciding who has the privilege of placing your mortgage? Maybe you should ask …What’s the best interest rate you can get me? How long have you been a mortgage broker? Those are all great questions to ask. but are they enough? [...]
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Yes, a male mortgage broker who is thankful for football on a long weekend. Let me explain … I actually coach High School football; specifically the d-line. Its’ a great opportunity to pass along my acquired knowledge from years of playing the game. Most of the guys are relatively new but are thirsty for knowledge. [...]
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Once and a while I feel my ego creeping into my existence. I am beginning to recognize this little bugger and, in a moment of clarity, realize that it’s not ME. Clear as mud? As I begin to recognize my own ego, I can also begin to recognize other peoples ego. I find it quite [...]
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::It’s Monday, time to wake UP!:: Today, surprisingly, I am going to be chatting about money. Really original for a mortgage blog right? … I mean this is REALLY riveting stuff. Q & A time with me now… I get asked this questions once and a while and I LOVE answering it. Really, I love [...]
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This is an age old question that most regular folks, like you, will be asking their mortgage professionals -> fixed or variable? Wouldn’t it be nice to have your crystal ball handy for times like this… Think back, waaay back, to when variable rates were 5% in a red hot economy. What if you went [...]
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