Sometimes the dream doesn't go according to plan. We lost money, and for a while it felt like we'd lost the dream too. But the right people helped us find a way forward — and what came next wasn't just the house we'd imagined. It was our house. And better.

Thinking about buying a home in Mexico? The equity you’ve already built in a property in Canada, the U.S. or even Mexico may be part of the solution. Learn how home equity can fit into your financing strategy and why the best option starts with looking at the bigger picture.

Your mortgage renewal is more than a new rate and a signature. It’s a chance to look at what’s changed in your life, where you’re headed next, and whether your current mortgage still fits. Before you sign the renewal letter, it may be worth having a conversation about the bigger picture.

Can you actually get a mortgage to buy a home in Mexico? Yes. But financing in Mexico doesn’t work exactly like it does in Canada or the U.S. From traditional mortgages to alternative financing and using equity you already have, there may be more than one way to make your Mexico home happen. The key is finding the option that makes sense for you.

Buying a home in Alberta? Before you start scrolling listings, start with the financing. A pre-approval can help you understand your budget, hold a rate while you shop, and uncover potential issues before there’s an accepted offer and a financing deadline hanging over you. And if you’ve already been told no, it may be worth taking another look.