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Mortgage Matters with Catherine

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The Cultivated Perspective: Baby News, Fall Reset & Rate Updates

September brings a new season, a new rhythm, and a very special arrival for Catherine and the Cultivate + Evolve Financial team. In this edition of The Cultivated Perspective, we’re celebrating baby Ancia, talking about fall mortgage planning, reviewing lender strategy, sharing a Bank of Canada update, and reflecting on how financial decisions can better align with the life you want to build.

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April Newsletter: Spring Market, Personal News, and a Few Things You Should Know

Spring has a way of making everything move at once — and this edition of the Cultivate + Evolve newsletter is no exception. Catherine shares some personal news, walks through the variable vs. fixed conversation that's on everyone's mind right now, and breaks down what BC homeowners should know about the land title uncertainty emerging in parts of the province. There's also a timely note on renewal strategy, rate holds for spring buyers, and a warm shoutout to Angela at The Tidy Co. — the woman who helped make two of Catherine's own moves a lot less chaotic. If any of this touches your situation, it's worth a read.

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