Challon Dykens - Mortgage Broker

Challon Dykens || December 06, 2018

The Upside of Alternative and/or Unregulated Lenders

A recent report from the Bank of Canada reviewed the impact of the government's policy changes on the mortgage market. It found that overall market activity had slowed -- something we knew would...

Challon Dykens || July 23, 2018

Interest rate increase has winners

Believe it or not, the recent .25% rise in the prime interest rate is an indicator of a healthy economy. Despite trade tensions, Canada’s economy looks to be weathering the tariff storm well, for...

Challon Dykens || June 14, 2018

Housing affordability continues to erode

New mortgage rules, rising interest rates, and stress tests have definitely cooled housing market activity by making it more challenging for some to qualify for mortgage. An unwelcome consequence...

Challon Dykens || January 06, 2018

Tips to help you buy your first home

Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions you will make, so it pays to make an informed decision. I will assist you with the entire home buying process from the moment you decide to buy...