Karen Boies

Mortgage Planner

  • RBC analysts: One in five deferred mortgages likely to go into default

    Despite the government’s fiscal assistance programs, a significant fraction of mortgages under deferral are likely to go into default, according to RBC Capital Markets analyst Darko Mihelic and senior associate Sanly Li. “We believe 10% to 20% of mortgages under deferral are at a higher risk of defaulting,” the duo said in their report last week.

  • 5 Seasonal DIY Home Improvement Projects

    MISSION, Kan., Aug. 31, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — (Family Features) The calendar pages may be turning fast, but it’s not too late to take advantage of late summer warm temperatures and do some work around the house. Now is the time to wrap up home improvement projects before the weather turns too cold. Consider these

  • DIY and home improvement projects that increase the value of your house

    BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) – NerdWallet found that about 3 out of 5 American homeowners have taken on a home improvement project since March 1, 2020. They also spend over $6,000 on average per project. Whether it’s DIY or a professional job, a little TLC to your living space can go a long way making your home