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Canada’s Housing Stress Test is Proposed to Change on June 1, 2021

Posted on April 14, 2021April 20, 2021 by Gerard Buckley

What that could mean for you: You may have heard recently that the OSFI (Office of The Superintendent of Financial Institutions, Canada’s Federal Financial Industry Regulator) is proposing a change to the stress test rate that will affect who can qualify for an uninsured mortgage. OSFI’s stated mission is contributing to the safety and soundness […]

Local Mortgage Broker Gerard Buckley Announces Continuation of Community Partnership with the Hospital Foundation

Posted on April 7, 2021April 7, 2021 by Gerard Buckley

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Released on March 25, 2021 The Saugeen Memorial Hospital Foundation is pleased to announce that Gerard Buckley will continue his community partnership with the hospital foundation in 2021. In 2020 Mr. Buckley committed to donating $200 from every professionally referred mortgage completed through his Saugeen Shores location. Some of these referrals came from local […]

Millennial’s Guide to Homeownership:

Posted on April 1, 2021April 1, 2021 by Gerard Buckley

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Discover the best ways to prepare for your next Home Move. Is it time for you to make your move? Young people in the Millennial age category throughout Georgian Bay are being asked this question as the prices of local real estate skyrocket due to a shortage of listings and many people migrating north to […]

Lessons from the Pandemic — Canada’s Future After COVID

Posted on March 22, 2021March 22, 2021 by Gerard Buckley

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Now that we know our weak points, growth in this country will likely be focused on key areas: It’s been an entire year since the first reports of a rapidly spreading respiratory virus graced headlines all over North America. Since then, we’ve experienced loss, uncertainty, political friction and the list goes on. But through the […]

Buckley Mortgage Team Welcomes Oakley Patterson as its Newest Mortgage Agent

Posted on February 1, 2021 by Gerard Buckley

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, FEBRUARY 1ST, 2021 Gerard Buckley Mortgage Broker and Team Leader at Buckley Mortgage Team powered by Verico The Mortgage Wellness Group Limited is pleased to announce Mortgage Agent Oakley Patterson as the newest addition to our team. Oakley brings knowledge of Grey, Bruce, and Huron communities along with a new perspective […]

10 Secrets to Success Worth Reflecting On

Posted on January 3, 2021 by Gerard Buckley

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There are few lasting thoughts that stay with you for a lifetime more than these 10 secrets to success. I have referred to these annually as I set my goals for the upcoming year. They remain as true today as they did when they were first published in the early 2000s. They assist me in […]

COVID-19 REAL ESTATE MARKET CHECK-IN — Where Ontario Housing Trends are Headed in 2021

Posted on December 11, 2020 by Gerard Buckley

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Continuing Lockdowns Push Urban Dwellers Out It’s an unprecedented time in Ontario’s real estate market. While some parts of the province are seeing development halts and pivots, other parts are exploding at rates nearly impossible to keep up with. So what do we see changing as 2021 sits just around the corner? Read on to […]

Buckley Mortgage Team Formation Serving Simcoe, Grey and Bruce Counties

Posted on December 1, 2020December 1, 2020 by Gerard Buckley

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DECEMBER 1ST, 2020 Gerard Buckley, info@buckleymortgageteam.ca, 1-866-496-4028 Gerard Buckley, a local Licenced Mortgage Broker, and Verico The Mortgage Wellness Group Limited would like to announce the formation of Buckley Mortgage Team powered by Verico The Mortgage Wellness Group with offices in Collingwood, Owen Sound, Port Elgin and Toronto serving Simcoe, Grey […]

First Time Home Buying for Millenials in Ontario – How to Do it Right

Posted on November 27, 2020November 27, 2020 by Gerard Buckley

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Follow These Important Steps to Get Closer to New Home Ownership: So — you’re ready to buy a home. The only problem is, you’re not exactly sure where to start. This year has thrown many curveballs to young Ontarians looking to break into the housing market. Lockdowns due to COVID19 have driven up prices […]

Move Ahead in Your Mortgage Career with the Help of a Mentor

Posted on October 30, 2020October 30, 2020 by Gerard Buckley

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Join the Buckley Mortgage Team at Mortgage Wellness and See How a Mentor Paves Your Way to Success Are you a motivated individual planning out your next career move? Whether you have a background in finance, sales, or clerical work, pairing up with an experienced mentor is key to adopting best practices, avoiding pitfalls and […]

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