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Articles By Romana King:

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Want a $5,000 tax deduction?

Move 40 kilometres closer to work or school and you could be eligible for some serious deductions.

Want a $5,000 tax deduction?

Home Owner

Possible election good for homebuyers

An election will decrease the chances of interest rate hikes

Possible election good for homebuyers

Columns

What you need to know about mortgages, Part 3: term, penalties and prepayments

Shopping for a low rate isn't the only way to save money on your largest debt. Here’s how other...

What you need to know about mortgages, Part 3: term, penalties and prepayments

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What you need to know about mortgages, Part 1: open vs. closed

Most homebuyers will choose a closed mortgage, because they’re unlikely to move before the mortgage term is over. But...

What you need to know about mortgages, Part 1: open vs. closed

Debt

Thank Flaherty it’s (almost) Friday!

On Friday March 18, homebuyers will no longer have a 35 years to payback their mortgage. That’s a good...

Thank Flaherty it’s (almost) Friday!

February 2011

The delicate art of negotiation

When Jody bought his condo, he beat out a competing offer that was $10,000 higher. How? A little strategic...

The delicate art of negotiation

February 2011

Gym dandy

What’s the biggest financial issue you face when choosing a gym? Whether you’ll actually go. Here’s how to find...

Gym dandy

Dec/Jan 2010

Is rust-proofing worth the cost?

Not in California, perhaps. But here in Canada, where your car will be assaulted by gravel, ice and salt?...

Is rust-proofing worth the cost?

Dec/Jan 2010

When diamonds aren’t forever

Many jewellers allow you to 'upgrade' your diamond for a new and bigger one. But make sure you get...

When diamonds aren’t forever