Peggy Hill Barrie Real Estate

The difficult economic environment of the past few years may have stalled your retirement savings plan—or maybe you haven’t even gotten around to creating a plan. And you’re not alone—43 percent of Americans had less than $10,000 saved in 2010. The good news is that it’s never too late and with ...

The Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) recently released their first quarter 2012 publication which gives us some insight into the state of the market at the end of 2011 and some shifts in the market which indicate changes to come in 2012 for the Barrie real estate market.   There a...

Thanks to our friends at Dominion Lending Centre www.MortgagetAndLifestyle.com we have an update for you on mortgage rates: Rates remained the same on both fixed and variable mortgages this past week. Bond rates continue to be extremely low and stable. We are seeing 5 year mortgages in the 3.09-...

When it comes to improving your financial picture, small steps can yield big gains. Whether you’re saving for a down payment or dealing with increased expenses having just moved into a new home, the following tips from SWparents.com are great ways to save money in a variety of areas. Start today ...

We’ve all heard horror stories about the remodeling project that needs to be torn down or redone because it didn’t live up to code. While many believe that investigating building codes is too confusing, time consuming and costly, the consequences of not getting the necessary permits before start...

While not everyone can afford to refinance due to little or no equity, refinancing is still a popular option for many, as it can be a smart way to simplify and save money. Below are five reasons why you might want to consider refinancing:   1. To Get a Lower Mortgage Rate Many lenders today are o...

At this time of year, many take their car in for a pre-winter check to help it withstand the months of cold, damp weather. But how many people ever think to do the same for their most valuable asset—their home? According to the AA Home Emergency Response experts, a burst pipe is the most common c...

  While this time of the year is packed with joyous moments and festive activities, holiday-related mishaps can happen in the blink of an eye. According to the national nonprofit Home Safety Council® (www.Homesafetycouncil.org), many popular decorating traditions—from lighting candles to hanging ...

I recently came across this article written by a contributor to Forbes.com, Manisha Thakor. I read the article and thought that it was something I should share with all of you. Money woes are common these days and they become even more prevalent during the holiday season. Hopefully you can take s...

Let’s face it—every dollar earned in today’s economy is a hard-earned one and blowing your budget on holiday spending is just not an option this year. While everyone is tempted to splurge during this festive season, you don’t want to be left paying the price for it in 2012. According to financia...