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...
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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...
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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...
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.
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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.
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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...
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 safe is it to keep more than $100,000 in one savings account?
Marcus and Rina have socked away $120,000 for a down payment in a single savings account at a small...
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Where to buy real estate in 2019: Hamilton, Ont.
Corktown—with it's old-world nuance and easy-access to the GO commuter train—is this area’s top neighbourhood pick.