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Real Estate

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Mortgages

Mortgage broker vs. bank—which will save you more money?

The pros and cons of using a mortgage broker and going to a bank directly.

Mortgage broker vs. bank—which will save you more money?
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Financial Planning

Earning, saving and spending money in Canada: A guide for new immigrants

Earning, saving and spending money in Canada: A guide for new immigrants

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You have to sell a cemetery plot—will you owe capital gains tax?

Cemetery plots in some big Canadian cities can be worth $50,000 or more. Their sale or deemed disposition may...

You have to sell a cemetery plot—will you owe capital gains tax?
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Travel

Alberta wildfires’ effects on tourism in Canada

Wildfires cast smoky shadow over tourism industry ahead of unofficial start of summer.

Alberta wildfires’ effects on tourism in Canada

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Renovations

How to save money on home renovations (even if you’re not handy)

You don't have do be a DIYer to pitch in and reduce the cost of your next home improvement...

How to save money on home renovations (even if you’re not handy)

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How real estate is taxed during a separation or divorce

A couple owned two properties, and each person is taking one as part of their separation. What are the...

How real estate is taxed during a separation or divorce
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How much is capital gains tax in Canada?—and other reader questions answered

Last month’s federal budget introduced changes to capital gains tax in Canada. This has raised many questions about who...

How much is capital gains tax in Canada?—and other reader questions answered
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Can transferring ownership of a house help avoid probate tax?

Transferring ownership of a house while parents are still living can significantly affect probate tax, but there are other...

Can transferring ownership of a house help avoid probate tax?

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News

What is the GDP in Canada right now?

Canadian economy loses steam after strong start to year, grows 0.2% in February.

What is the GDP in Canada right now?

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