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Revising the fair market value of a property for tax purposes

Can you retroactively change the valuation of a rental property before selling it to reduce capital gains tax in...

Mortgages

Why are mortgages so expensive in Canada?

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Vacation Homes

Why vacation home prices are rising in Canada—despite a market slowdown

On the heels of a pandemic boom, the recreational real estate market has slowed. But property prices are still...

Real Estate

The complete guide for first-time home buyers in Canada

How much can you afford on your first home? Should you buy or continue renting? We answer these questions...

Real Estate

How it works: Capital gains tax on the sale of a property

When is capital gains tax payable on the sale of property? And at what rate are capital gains taxed?...

Estate Planning

Can you hire someone to be power of attorney for property in Canada?

Here are the considerations before becoming a power of attorney for property and what to do if you’re unable...

Retired Money

Why “unretirement” may be the fate of so many Canadians

Economic uncertainty, inflation and the decline of workplace pensions have left growing numbers of seniors unable to leave their...

Mortgages

Making sense of the Bank of Canada interest rate decision on March 12, 2025

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Bank of Canada drops its key rate, points toward inflation and tariffs

Bank of Canada cuts its key interest rate to 2.75% as tariffs roil economy.