Renegotiating Mortgages A Window of Opportunity?
Homeowners may gain by refinancing as rates drop but must beware open terms and penalties. Closed loans rarely allow early payoff without fees. some lenders demand large penalties. Open loans exist but cost higher rates. Municipal Savings and Loan in Barrie charged over 4000 in penalties for a nine month prepayment. Banks vary. common rule pays remaining balance plus the greater of three monthly payments or interest differential.
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Civic government and school boards in focus
A Yorkton This Week column urges better public civics education as turnout remains low and officials hide information. Examples include secret meetings, redacted minutes, and unclear voting records from Nipawin, Morris, and Beautiful Plains, raising questions about accountability and transparency.
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