Krista Klein Mortgage Newsletter May 2023 Edition #80

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May 2023 Foreclosures

 

May 2023 New Westminster Detached
May 2023 Chilliwack Attached
May 2023 Abbotsford Attached
May 2023 Chilliwack Detached
May 2023 Burnaby Attached
May 2023 Mission Attached
May 2023 Langley Detached
May 2023 New Westminster Attached
May 2023 Pitt Maple Detached
May 2023 Mission Detached
May 2023 West Vancouver Detached
May 2023 Surrey Attached
May 2023 Tri City Detached
May 2023 Surrey Detached
May 2023 Tri City Attached
May 2023 Whiterock Delta Detached
May 2023 Vancouver Attached
May 2023 Vancouver Detached



First Home Savings Account (FHSA)

 

A first home savings account (FHSA) is a registered plan allowing you, as a prospective first-time home buyer, to save for your first home tax-free (up to certain limits). You are able to open an FHSA as of April 1, 2023 however financial institutions are slowly rolling it out.

To qualify to open a FHSA you must be at least 18 years old, be a resident of Canada and be a first-time home buyer.

Your FHSA participation room for the year is the maximum amount that you can contribute to your FHSAs or transfer from your registered retirement savings plans (RRSPs)  to your FHSAs in the year without creating an excess FHSA amount . For more information about transfers, go to Transfers between FHSAs and other registered plans.

Your FHSA participation room in the year that you open your first FHSA =$8,000

The lifetime FHSA limit =$40,000

All contributions you make to your FHSAs and all transfers from your RRSPs to your FHSAs will reduce your remaining lifetime FHSA limit. If your contributions and transfers to your FHSAs in the year exceed your FHSA participation room for the year, you will have an excess FHSA amount. For more information about an excess FHSA amount, go to What happens if you contribute or transfer too much to your FHSAs.



What you can buy in Metro Vancouver for under $500k

 

Port Coquitlam Condos under $500k
Vancouver Condos under $500k
Burnaby Condos under $500k
Langley 2bdrm Condos under $500k
Surrey 2bdrm Condos under $500k
Maple Ridge 2bdrm Condos under $500k



Hanging with my Mom

 

My mom and I had a great Mothers day together. She is always always having fun and is a blast to hang out with!



THE MARKET HAS SHIFTED!!

 

The Lower Mainland Market has quickly shifted from balanced to very warm for under $3m. April 2023 sales were 2,741 sales, and by May 18, 2023, May sales were already at 2,000+ as May sales have skyrocketed! We are seeing a fair amount of multiple offers out in the marketplace, from 1-bed Downtown condos to 2-bed North Van condos to townhomes and single-family homes from East Van to Tri-Cities! 


With the big increase in activity, you should get your pre-qualifications in today so you're ready when the right home comes around! And if you are thinking of upsizing, let's talk before it's too late as prices are creeping upwards! 

Check out the the stats from Greater Vancouver Real Estate Board below, and do not put any weight on the fact the sales are down vs April 2022, because sales are up over 268% from January 2023 to April 2023! Click Here!



Is Your Mortgage Coming Up for Renewal?

 

If your mortgage is coming up for renewal in the next 6-months, there are a few options to consider. 

Here are some options to consider:

1. Renew at the existing lender

2. Switch to a new lender that is offering a lower rate

3. Increase your mortgage to pull out equity too:   

3a. Consolidate debts

3b. Renovations

3c. Purchase a rental property   

3d. Purchase a new primary residence.

4. Decrease your mortgage if cash on hand

5. Set up a home equity line of credit

6. Set up a re-advanceable mortgage

We can get you approved today with rate hold to ensure you are taken care of! 



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