What is a mortgage stress test?
Can you really afford a mortgage? This is the question at the root of mortgage stress tests. They determine whether you could continue to afford your scheduled payments if interest rates rise.
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Can Barbie afford her Dream House?
Giant Malibu houses, townhouses in New York, and the life you always wanted. Barbie taught us that we can be anything and have everything. But if Barbie was real, could she afford her dream home? What can we learn from Barbie about changing real estate markets, mortgages and labour participation?
Can Barbie Afford Her Dream House?
Barbie is in the market for a new dream home, but in this real estate market can she afford what she dreamed of?
What is Private Banking?
For banking institutions, the business of wealthy individuals is very attractive and it’s something that they compete for. Often, they offer preferential pricing and discounts, special rates, and exclusive banking products to attract high net worth individuals (HNWIs) through private banking.
What is mortgage amortization and does it affect payments?
Amortization refers to the schedule of payments over the course of your mortgage. The word “amortize” actually comes from Old French that literally meant “to kill.” The amortization period is…
What investors must know about tax loss selling
Tax loss selling is one of the more popular year end tax strategies, but you have to know the rules to benefit. Learn how to properly harvest losses and avoid getting into trouble with the tax authorities if you don’t do it right.
