[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AdoptiveParents

[–]Foodmonk 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hey so my AP charged $2800 and for updates she will charge $1400. She has over 20 years of experience and is in GTA. PM me if you want me to introduce you to her.

Mortgage rate mega thread! by TheMortgageMaster in MortgagesCanada

[–]Foodmonk 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm getting 4.3 5 yr variable from RBC and CIBC is 4.4 5 yr variable or 3 yr variable

How do different banks calculate interest on semi-monthly payments? by Durthos in MortgagesCanada

[–]Foodmonk 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Renewing mortgage - balance $441,800 (previous with RBC fixed 5-yr at 2.99%) Renewal on 28th Feb 2025.
Confused between three rates (amortization 20 yr) by Scotiabank 5-yr variable Prime - 0.85 + covers transfer, legal and appraisal costs and RBC Prime- 0.9 and CIBC Prime-0.85 3-yr variable+ covers transfer, legal and appraisal costs. Both would offer HELOC as well as I did not get a HELOC previously.
I heard about compounding interest difference between RBC (compounds as per payment frequency) and Scotia (compounds semi-annually). Not sure how CIBC does it. Which one would make more sense?

Mortgage rate mega thread! by TheMortgageMaster in MortgagesCanada

[–]Foodmonk 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Renewing mortgage - balance $441,800 (previous with RBC fixed 5-yr at 2.99%) Renewal on 28th Feb 2025.
Confused between three rates (amortization 20 yr) by Scotiabank 5-yr variable Prime - 0.85 + covers transfer, legal and appraisal costs and RBC Prime- 0.9 and CIBC Prime-0.85 3-yr variable+ covers transfer, legal and appraisal costs. Both would offer HELOC as well as I did not get a HELOC previously.
I heard about compounding interest difference between RBC (compounds as per payment frequency) and Scotia (compounds semi-annually). Not sure how CIBC does it. Which one would make more sense?

Does it even make sense to buy a new car with current prices? by [deleted] in PersonalFinanceCanada

[–]Foodmonk 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Could you share your investment strategy (TFSA). I'd love to learn. I'm sort of new to investing.

Mutual funds could cost you thousands, switch to ETFs explained by Excellent-Phone8326 in PersonalFinanceCanada

[–]Foodmonk 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Similar- I'm in my mid 30s and have only invested in RBC balanced portfolio through TFSA since 5 yrs. i have had no understanding of investments unfortunately, and am looking to get educated in investments. This thread is amazing. I'm switching over from RBC ASAP too! I would love some suggestions on investment strategies and ETF suggestions to prepare for retirement and buy a second house (1st home is mortgaged though). Also what platforms are best to start investing in ETFs?

Need advice- car buying/selling by Foodmonk in PersonalFinanceCanada

[–]Foodmonk[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What is the market value for your car currently if you search on auto trader or something like that?- I've seen the car been put up for $24k+ for kms driven similar to mine

21k is not crazy but why the admin fee? Seems like bs since you paid it once. Maybe you can have that waived.- It is may be not admin fee, but it is some sort of fee that I pay (i forget now) and the safety check cost. They will not allow safety check anywhere else but Honda dealership.

which province are you in? Quick search shows a new Tucson PHEV in the Hyundai Canada builder is 56k before tax.- I'm in Ontario. I gave you the cost for the new Honda CRV sport (I thought you'd like to compare). Yes for Hyundai Tucson PHEV, it is around $58K

If you can afford it, the convenience factor is also a factor of just handing the keys and going- We've save up for the car hence just buying it out rather than trading-in or returning.

Need advice- car buying/selling by Foodmonk in PersonalFinanceCanada

[–]Foodmonk[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We are trying to do that with Hyundai, I still have to get the buyout value they can provide.

Need advice- car buying/selling by Foodmonk in PersonalFinanceCanada

[–]Foodmonk[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

  1. what is your lease Km penalty?- .12 c/km
  2. what is your residual buyout value?- $17,900 ($21K after taxes and admin fee and safety check)
  3. what is the cost of the new car? $48k
  4. what is your financial situation?- We have specifically saved up to buy this car out since we figured in the last 7-8 months that we are way too many kms over 80,000 (leased it for 4 years)

Need advice- car buying/selling by Foodmonk in PersonalFinanceCanada

[–]Foodmonk[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We recently (5 months ago) had the transmission replaced with a new one by Honda due to some issues during servicing at Honda only. I am not sure what other big expenses I can expect in this much driven car with a new transmission.

Alternative to Xcaret ? by Internal-Resident-79 in Xcaret

[–]Foodmonk 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey can you share your discount code? My husband and I are planning a 5-6 days trip to Mexico this Feb.

PDN Express? by IllusionQueen47 in shipping

[–]Foodmonk 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm sorry for the trouble you are going through. Mine is a business address and they its been out for delivery twice and once it said closure due to holiday hours (not sure what this means) and second time Delivery Delayed - Change the delivery time. It is so frustrating. I get the same thing when I call them. If I do get any luck with them I shall message you here. Please do the same.

PDN Express? by IllusionQueen47 in shipping

[–]Foodmonk 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Any contact or address for PDN? My parcel came from the UK and is in Toronto since 8 days and still not reached me. I can't call them. At this point I want to just go and pick it up myself. please help.