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Sean Cooper

About the author

Sean Cooper is the author of the bestselling book Burn Your Mortgage: The Simple, Powerful Path to Financial Freedom for Canadians. He bought his first house in Toronto when he was only 27 and paid off his mortgage in just three years by age 30. He's an in-demand personal finance journalist, money coach, and speaker whose articles and blogs have been featured in publications such as the Toronto Star, the Globe and Mail, Financial Post and MoneySense.

Highlights

Sean Cooper is the author of the bestselling book Burn Your Mortgage
He bought his first house when he was 27 and paid off his mortgage by age 30

Expertise

Mortgages
Budgeting
Real Estate

Latest articles by Sean

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Should students get a credit card?

Signing up for a credit card can be helpful to students. Learn how students can benefit from having a credit card in this article by Sean Cooper.

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5 important factors to consider when buying a condo

Once you've decided you're suited for the condo lifestyle, there are several things to consider. Here are five factors to consider when buying a condo.

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How much house can you afford?

Learn how your income, down payment, and mortgage rate impact home affordability. Explore ways to enhance buying power and manage rising rates.

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How to qualify for a mortgage

Dive into the mortgage qualification process: income, down payment, debt ratios, and credit history. Understand rate holds, pre-approvals, and stress tests.

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Top 3 conditional offer options

When it time to seal the deal by making the offer to purchase, it comes with conditions. Read more about what conditions are and the 3 options you have.

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Three different types of insurance for homeowners

Your home is likely your most valuable asset, so it is only natural that you'll want to protect it. Learn about sthree types of insurance every homeowner should be aware of.