Mortgage 101 with Clinton Wilkins
by Clinton Wilkins Mortgage Team
Mortgage 101 with Clinton Wilkins, as heard on CityNews, is a monthly radio show where the guys discuss everything there is to know about getting a mortgage, as well as answering listener phone-in questions.You can find more information about Clinton Wilkins and the Clinton Wilkins Mortgage Team at www.teamclinton.ca
Episodes
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Mortgage 101 - Why Some Sellers Are Cutting Their Prices
Clinton and Dan discuss the shifting Nova Scotia housing conditions, practical paths into homeownership, and condo trade-offs.
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Mortgage 101 - Don’t Wait to Fix Your Credit
Clinton and Dan talk about how refinancing can help Canadians manage high indebtedness, consolidate debt, and reduce monthly payments.
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Mortgage 101 - The First-Time Buyer's Reality Check
Clinton and Dan talk about how the rising rents in Nova Scotia are making homeownership difficult despite ownership often costing less monthly than renting.
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Mortgage 101 - Mortgage Rates on the Move!
Dan Ahlstrand and Clinton Wilkins examined rising fixed mortgage rates, the growing pricing gap with variable rates, and uncertainty around the Bank of Canada’s next decision.
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Mortgage 101 - Rent vs. Own in Halifax
Clinton and Dan discuss the financial implications of renting versus homeownership and identify resources for first-time buyers.
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Mortgage 101 - The Mortgage Advice Your Bank Won't Give You
Clinton and Dan discuss the current state of the mortgage market, shifting consumer preferences toward variable rates, and the importance of professional financial advice.
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Mortgage 101 - Mortgage Strategies for a Shaky Economy
Clinton and Dan discuss the economic impact of trade wars and provide strategic financial advice for mortgage holders.
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Mortgage 101 - Real talk for uncertain times
Clinton and Dan announce the expansion of the Mortgage 101 radio show via a new broadcasting syndicate across Atlantic Canada.
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Mortgage 101 - Riding out the Rate
Clinton Wilkins and Dan Ahlstrand discuss the ins and outs of mortgage brokering, focusing on refinancing and managing mortgage rates.
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Mortgage 101 - Inside the Mortgage Broker’s Office
Clinton Wilkins and Dan Ahlstrand discuss the process of working with a mortgage broker, emphasizing the importance of pre-approval and the role of realtors.
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Mortgage 101 - Avoid Heartbreak Before You House Hunt
Dan Ahlstrand and Clinton Wilkins discuss the potential impact of U.S. Canada trade tensions on Canadian mortgage rates, with Bank of Montreal suggesting rate cuts might be necessary.
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Mortgage 101 - What Today’s Uncertainty Means for Homebuyers
Dan Ahlstrand and Clinton Wilkins discuss the evolving landscape of mortgage lending.
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Mortgage 101 - What Canada’s Economy Means for Homebuyers
Dan Ahlstrand and Clinton Wilkins discuss the current mortgage rate environment, emphasizing the importance of celebrating Pride Month.
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Mortgage 101 - Nova Scotia’s Most Inclusive Neighbourhoods
Clinton Wilkins and Dan Ahlstrand welcome on Blair Patterson to highlight the importance of community and security for the LGBTQ+ community.
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Mortgage 101 - Pride in Homeownership
Clinton Wilkins and Dan Ahlstrand welcome Blair Patterson to discuss the importance of community involvement and the challenges faced by the LGBTQ+ community in home ownership.
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Mortgage 101 - The Future of Mortgage Education
Clinton Wilkins and Dan Ahlstrand discuss Rogers' decision to shut down six radio stations, including their own in Halifax while reflecting on the evolution of their Mortgage 101 show.
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Mortgage 101 - Why Pre‑Approval Is Your Secret Weapon in Today’s Market
Clinton Wilkins and Dan Ahlstrand discuss the importance of early conversations with mortgage brokers.
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Mortgage 101 - Is Nova Scotia Finally a Balanced Housing Market?
Clinton Wilkins and Dan Ahlstrand discuss the current real estate market with realtor Megan Landry.
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Mortgage 101 - Why Atlantic Canada Is Beating the Housing Bust
Dan Ahlstrand and Clinton Wilkins discuss the Canadian mortgage market and real estate trends.
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The Bank of Canada Update: June 10th
Dan Ahlstrand and Clinton Wilkins discuss how The Bank of Canada has kept its key overnight rate steady, which has no immediate impact on variable rate mortgages.
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Mortgage 101 - Is a Busy Summer Real Estate Wave Coming?
Dan Ahlstrand and Clinton Wilkins discuss the impact of weather and market uncertainty on the real estate market, noting a softer-than-anticipated spring season.
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Mortgage 101 - Financing your Recreational Property
Dan Ahlstrand and Clinton Wilkins discussed an upcoming event on May 24 focusing on reverse mortgages.
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Mortgage 101 - Living Better in Retirement
Dan Ahlstrand and Clinton Wilkins discuss reverse mortgages with special guest Trevor, highlighting common misconceptions and the benefits for seniors.
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Mortgage 101 - The truth about reverse mortgages
Clinton Wilkins and Dan Ahlstrand discuss reverse mortgages with Trevor Gordon from Home Equity Bank. They highlight the benefits of reverse mortgages for seniors.
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Mortgage 101 - Why the Real Estate Market Just Woke Up
Dan Ahlstrand and Clinton Wilkins discuss the impact of the Bank of Canada's decision to hold the key overnight rate steady on the Canadian real estate market.
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Mortgage 101 - How Spring Weather Impacts the Housing Market
Dan Ahlstrand and Clinton Wilkins discussed alternative lending, emphasizing that there are multiple mortgage products available.
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Bank of Canada Update: April 29th
Dan Ahlstrand and Clinton Wilkins discussed how the Bank of Canada held its interest rate as anticipated amidst geopolitical tensions.
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Mortgage 101 - City Condo or Country Acreage?
Dan Ahlstrand and Clinton Wilkins welcome Alex Lavender discuss the complexities of property tax assessment caps and their impact on homebuyers.
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Mortgage 101 - Halifax Housing Crunch
Dan Ahlstrand and Clinton Wilkins discuss the current housing market with mortgage broker Alex Lavender.
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Mortgage 101 - Why More Homebuyers Are Choosing Variable Rates This Spring
Clinton Wilkins and Dan Ahlstrand break down why more homebuyers are choosing variable-rate mortgages this spring, exploring rate volatility, inflation pressures, and how to match mortgage strategy with risk tolerance.
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Mortgage 101 - Approved vs. Affordable
Clinton Wilkins and Dan Ahlstrand discuss the importance of hiring professionals for home renovations and obtaining a pre-approval for mortgages.
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Mortgage 101 - The One Cheap Upgrade Buyers Love
Clinton Wilkins and Dan Ahlstrand discuss strategies for selling a home in the spring market, emphasizing the importance of staging.
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Bank of Canada Update: March 18th
Dan Ahlstrand and Clinton Wilkins discussed how the Bank of Canada maintained its key interest rate at 2.25%, reflecting economic uncertainties.
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Mortgage 101 - Why Spring is the Best Time to List Your Home
Clinton Wilkins and Dan Ahlstrand discuss the busy spring real estate market with guest Alex Tremblay from Century 21 Optimum.
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Mortgage 101 - Spring Into Homeownership
Dan Ahlstrand and Clinton Wilkins discuss the upcoming spring housing market, noting it as the busiest time of year.
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Mortgage 101 - Love Your Home
Dan Ahlstrand and Clinton Wilkins discuss the concept of "loving your home" and provide advice on home ownership at different life stages.
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Mortgage 101 - The Real Cost of Ending a Marriage
Dan Ahlstrand and Clinton Wilkins welcome on Derek Sonnichsen from MDW Law to discuss on protecting yourself during divorces, especially regarding property division.
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Mortgage 101 - Safeguarding Your Home and Heart
Dan Ahlstrand and Clinton Wilkins welcome on Derek Sonnichsen from MDW Law to discuss the importance of having open discussions about money and debts before entering into a relationship.
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Mortgage 101 - What Nova Scotia’s New 2% Down Program Really Means
Dan Ahlstrand and Clinton Wilkins discuss the new Nova Scotia first-time homebuyers program, which reduces the required down payment from 5% to 2%.
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Mortgage 101 - Refinance Reality Check
Dan Ahlstrand and Clinton Wilkins discuss refinancing mortgages, emphasizing the importance of understanding the process and considering it when a mortgage comes up for renewal.
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Bank of Canada Update: January 28th
The Bank of Canada has decided to keep its key interest rate at 2.25%, a move that aligns with economic projections and expectations.
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Mortgage 101 - How to Get a Mortgage After Bankruptcy
Clinton Wilkins and Dan Ahlstrand welcome Tina Powell to discuss the misconceptions surrounding bankruptcy and consumer proposals.
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Trailer: Mortgage 101 2026
Mortgage 101 with Clinton Wilkins is back for 2026. As heard on CityNews, this show is a weekly podcast where the guys discuss everything there is to know about getting a mortgage, as well as answering listener phone-in questions. You can find more information about Clinton Wilkins and the…
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Mortgage 101 - Bankruptcy Isn't a Dirty Word
Dan Ahlstrand and Clinton Wilkins welcome guest Tina Powell, a licensed insolvency trustee from MMP, to discuss the current state of consumer insolvency in Nova Scotia.
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Mortgage 101 - Merry Debtmas
Dan Ahlstrand and Clinton Wilkins discuss Merry Debtmas, urging consumers to review their finances and consider refinancing to lower borrowing costs.
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Mortgage 101 - Beyond the Bank
Dan Ahlstrand and Clinton Wilkins discuss the value of mortgage brokers, emphasizing their ability to offer a wide range of lenders and products, unlike banks with guest Adrian Schulz.
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Mortgage 101 - Protecting Your Future With the Right Insurance
Dan Ahlstrand and Clinton Wilkins welcome Mario Cloutier from Manulife to explain the importance of mortgage protection, noting that 83% of Canadians are underinsured.
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Mortgage 101 - Make Your Move in Canada’s Market
Dan Ahlstrand and Clinton Wilkins welcome Jim Spitalli, COO of Sagen, to explain how Sagen provides mortgage insurance for those with less than 20% down payment, allowing them to enter the market sooner.
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Mortgage 101 Live - Financial Fitness for First-Time Homebuyers
Dan Ahlstrand and Clinton Wilkins discussed the need for Canadians to understand income, assets, and credit, especially amidst economic challenges like recession and high inflation.
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Mortgage 101 - Building Wealth Through Homeownership
Clinton Wilkins and Dan Ahlstrand discuss the importance of financial literacy, focusing on assets. They highlight the significance of home ownership, noting that it's often the largest asset for Canadian families.
About this show
Mortgage 101 with Clinton Wilkins, as heard on CityNews, is a monthly radio show where the guys discuss everything there is to know about getting a mortgage, as well as answering listener phone-in questions.You can find more information about Clinton Wilkins and the Clinton Wilkins Mortgage Team at www.teamclinton.ca
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