What is a benchmark home price?
Does it make sense to look at the benchmark home price in the area you want to buy? Short...
What is land transfer tax?
Are you prepared to pay land transfer tax? Find out what it means for you as a home buyer.
Mortgage insurance calculator
Buying a home with a down payment of less than 20%? You’ll need mortgage default insurance. Use this tool...
How does life insurance work?
It’s a task that can easily end up on the back burner, but it’s well worth taking the time...
How to calculate your debt-to-income ratio—and why you should know this number
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Can a non-resident open an investment account in Canada?
What are the options for investing as a non-resident of Canada? Which is better: an RRSP or a tax-sheltered...
What expenses can you deduct for a second property in Canada?
Purchasing a second piece of real estate has its costs, but what expenses can be deducted and claimed for...
Can you gift a farm to your kids to avoid taxes?
The idea to gift property to a family member for a dollar to avoid tax is a common one....