Fred Camingal - Toronto Pinoy Realtor by Frederick Camingal

#64 Mar 1, 2026

Will shopping mortgage rates with multiple lenders tank my credit score?

The truth about credit inquiries when you're comparing pre-approvals (and the smart way to shop rates)

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#63 Feb 22, 2026

Can I finance my home purchase AND renovations in one mortgage?

The $150K renovation financing question most first-time buyers get wrong

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#62 Feb 15, 2026

"44 years to save for a Toronto home"—this headline is killing hope

Why this stat is misleading (and the 5 real paths I've seen work for first-time buyers in the GTA)

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#61 Feb 8, 2026

$1.35M with rental income vs. $900K without tenants—which is smarter?

The North York/Scarborough dilemma every first-time buyer faces (and why "safe cash flow" isn't guaranteed)

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#60 Feb 1, 2026

"Wait, I have to call Toronto Hydro myself?" | Closing Day Checklist

The small detail that catches most first-time condo buyers off guard (and how to avoid the surprise bill)

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#59 Jan 11, 2026

Sunday Reflection

I got the award... and then got scared.

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#58 Dec 21, 2025

Sunday Reflection

A calmer 2026? Here’s why experts think so.

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#57 Dec 19, 2025

"Forecasting is like Astrology": Why I’m Ignoring the 2026 Headlines (And you should too).

The 2026 Forecast: Why the "Experts" might be wrong again, and what actually matters.

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