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?
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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.
What are trigger rates, and can they impact my mortgage?
While rare, some Canadian homeowners could see their mortgage payments rise because of trigger rates. This obscure mortgage clause isn’t likely to impact most variable rate mortgages, but like anything impacting your finances, it’s worth being aware of.
What is meant by dovish and hawkish monetary policy?
When people say the U.S. Federal Reserve (or ‘Fed’) is hawkish or dovish, they’re referring to differing views on what monetary policy position the economy requires at that time. The…
