Second mortgages in Canada: What are the rules?
Interested in buying a second property? Familiarize yourself with the mortgage rules first to make sure it’s the right...
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High borrowing costs, record completions lead to condo oversupply
Condo prices in the Greater Toronto Area fell as the number of active listings grew. Experts predict a gradual...
Is this a good time to buy a home in Canada?
Economists expect interest rates to keep falling. So we asked four experts if now is the ideal time to...
Private equity, private debt and more alternative investments: Should you invest?
Why private investments in Canada are booming right now and what you should know about them.
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Variable mortgage rates regaining traction as Bank of Canada cuts rates
As the central bank signals more rate cuts may be coming, borrowers are starting to reconsider the once popular...
What is porting a mortgage in Canada—and when should you do it?
While there are many factors to consider, porting a mortgage makes the most sense when your existing mortgage rate...
Tax implications of adding a child’s name to your rental property
To fully understand the potential tax outcomes, consider legal versus beneficial ownership, the capital gains inclusion rate, changes to...
Open bidding in Ontario: Game-changer or business as usual?
An Ontario law came into effect last year, designed to add transparency to the home-bidding process. Has it changed...
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Yes, a cottage is an investment property—here’s how to minimize capital gains tax
Should you “invest” in a cottage? And if you do, what happens when you sell it, give it away...