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Merix 50/50 from Nolan Matthias on Vimeo.
A quick discussion of the Merix 50/50 product. Gives you the security of fixed with the savings of adjustable rates, as well as the ability to pay either down independently. If you are on the fence with respect to which way to go, and your risk tolerance, this might be the product for you!
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Who Won the Ipod? from Nolan Matthias on Vimeo.
Just so that there was no question about who won the ipod, I videotaped the entire process. Try not to get motion sickness, and view the video to see who won and how I did the random draw (neat little technique using a tool that we use to help people determine the actual dollars and cents of their mortgages).
Also, leave a comment to vote for what the next prize should be, a Nintendo WII or a Flip Mino HD. If I get more than 100 comments in November, I might just give both away!
Cheers,
Nolan
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Internalist, literally the translation of the Tibetan word for Buddhist. It is no wonder that many people who are trying to get out of debt feel as though they must live like a Tibetan Monk given that most advice associated with getting out of debt promotes giving up the luxuries in life, and living a near internalist lifestyle. Without luxuries however, what is the point of living?
If you really want to get out of debt you have to understand a few of things
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The Globe and Mail posted this article today (Why Interest Rates Will Stay Low).
We want to know what you think will happen with interest rates. Are you worried that rates will go up? Are you looking to lock in your variable rate mortgages when they do? Post your comments – Open Thread.
Email ask@asknolanmatthias.com with your finance related questions.
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“If you don’t feel comfortable with putting the $10,000 that you have saved over the last couple of years into the down payment of your home, why don’t you take advantage of the Free Down Payment Mortgage from Scotia Bank,” I said to Kirk as we discussed the pros and cons of putting all of his liquid assets into his down payment.
