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PRESS RELEASE: Buckley Mortgage Broker Sparks Generosity Movement with YMCA Simcoe/Muskoka on Giving Tuesday

Posted on November 29, 2024September 22, 2025 by Abigail Clark

Collingwood, Ontario – November 26, 2024 – Buckley Mortgage Broker is proud to announce its partnership with the YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka this Giving Tuesday, December 3, 2024. Through the Buckley MacDonald Youth Fund, Gerard Buckley and Mary MacDonald will match donations up to $10,000, doubling the impact of every dollar contributed to this vital community […]

PRESS RELEASE: Buckley Mortgage Broker Wins 2024 Readers’ Choice Award for Third Consecutive Year

Posted on November 29, 2024September 22, 2025 by Abigail Clark

For Immediate Release – November 27, 2024 Buckley Mortgage Broker of Mortgage Wellness, a premier mortgage brokerage serving Georgian Bay, is thrilled to announce that they have once again been awarded the prestigious Readers’ Choice Awards for Best Mortgage Company/Service in Georgian Bay and Best Mortgage Broker/Advisor 2024. This marks the third consecutive year that […]

5 Ways to Save Money & Make Your Home More Efficient

Posted on November 27, 2024September 22, 2025 by Gerard Buckley

Want to find out how to save some money this season? If you live in Ontario, you know that utility bills can feel like a weight dragging down your monthly budget. With colder winters, hotter summers and energy costs on the rise, it’s no wonder that folks are looking for ways to save on utilities. […]

Guest Blog: How Garden Suites Are Helping Homeowners in Collingwood

Posted on October 25, 2024September 22, 2025 by Gerard Buckley

Garden Suites: Boost Income and Address the Rental Crisis By Attimo Homes As housing affordability continues to challenge many municipalities across Ontario, communities like Collingwood in South Georgian Bay are looking for innovative solutions to ease the pressure. If you’re a homeowner in this area—or considering buying a property there—you might be interested in a […]

New Refinance Rules for Secondary Suites in Canada

Posted on October 25, 2024September 22, 2025 by Gerard Buckley

Looking for a way to ease financial pressure on your family? The latest announcement from the government of Canada could be worth noting. The Canadian government recently announced new refinance rules aimed at making it easier for homeowners to build secondary suites, such as basement apartments or in-law suites. This initiative is part of a […]

Press Release: Buckley Mortgage Team Wins Readers Favourite

Posted on September 24, 2024September 22, 2025 by Abigail Clark

Buckley Mortgage Team Wins 2024 Collingwood Today Readers Favourite Award **FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE** The Buckley Mortgage Team is proud to announce that they have been voted the 2024 Collingwood Today Readers Favourite Award for Best Mortgage Broker, a prestigious achievement that highlights their unwavering commitment to excellence in customer service and community involvement. This award […]

PRESS RELEASE: Buckley Mortgage Broker Expands to the Muskokas with Latest Team Addition

Posted on August 28, 2024September 22, 2025 by Gerard Buckley

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE We are thrilled to introduce our newest team member at Buckley Mortgage Broker, Maureen Magnusson, who joins us as a Level 1 Mortgage Agent. Maureen will be serving the beautiful Muskoka area of Ontario, including Washago, Honey Harbour, Miners Bay, and Moore Falls. With a passion for helping clients navigate the […]

September Housing Market Update

Posted on August 28, 2024September 22, 2025 by Gerard Buckley

Gerard’s Take: Interest Costs in 2024 Why is this? Many Canadians feel like we are in a recession with reduced spending power over the last two years and higher cost of mortgage renewals. In some cases, mortgage costs on renewals are going up by 200 – 300%. With current house prices being high and average […]

EXTRAORDINARY VOLUNTEERS RECOGNIZED as featured in Esprit de Corp Magazine

Posted on August 10, 2024September 22, 2025 by Gerard Buckley

BY ROBERT GILL EACH YEAR THE Army Cadet League of Canada (the League) recognizes members and volunteers who have made extraordinary contributions to the League in support of the Royal Canadian Army Cadets. This past April during its Annual Awards Dinner in Quebec City, the League recognized three such members. Each year the League […]

Staycation Ideas Near Lake Huron

Posted on July 24, 2024September 22, 2025 by Gerard Buckley

Budget-Friendly Ways to (Not) Get Away this Summer With costs soaring as the temperature rises, are you struggling to find a family-friendly adventure that doesn’t hurt your wallet? Why not explore what Lake Huron has to offer, where you can escape the grind just a short drive away! This summer, embark on a budget-friendly […]