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COVID-19: Should you buy a home now, or wait? 

Housing markets across the country are changing swiftly—but with interest rates at historic lows, this might be a good...

COVID-19: Should you buy a home now, or wait? 

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CMHC tightens mortgage rules in latest response to COVID-19

Changes designed “to protect future home buyers and reduce risk” will took effect July 1, 2020.

CMHC tightens mortgage rules in latest response to COVID-19

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Does a spouse’s real estate ownership cancel out first-time homebuyer qualifications?

Meredith’s husband purchased a condo before they got married. She’s never lived in it, and wonders if she can...

Does a spouse’s real estate ownership cancel out first-time homebuyer qualifications?

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Is it best to own a first home as an income property or primary residence?

Larry wonders if he will lose his ability to use first-time home buyers’ programs if he rents out the...

Is it best to own a first home as an income property or primary residence?

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How will COVID-19 impact the real estate market in Canada?

From cooling down sales to changing how available homes are shown, this global pandemic will change Canadian real estate...

How will COVID-19 impact the real estate market in Canada?

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8 ways to start the home-buying process

Thinking about taking this big step? Here's what to know when it's time to budget for a new home.

8 ways to start the home-buying process

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30-year amortizations won’t cause an economic meltdown

The Conservatives’ pre-election promise to increase the amortization period for first-time home buyers has caught fire—for the wrong reasons.

30-year amortizations won’t cause an economic meltdown

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6 questions to ask your potential real estate agent

If you’re looking to buy or sell a home, there’s no shortage of representation. But the only way to...

6 questions to ask your potential real estate agent

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How to get the best mortgage rate in Calgary

We asked a broker to share his best tips for finding, and holding onto, a great mortgage that protects...

How to get the best mortgage rate in Calgary

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