1 11, 2022

Thinking of buying? Don’t be put off by high rates

By |2023-12-21T01:48:55+00:00November 1st, 2022|Categories: Home Buyer Tips|Comments Off on Thinking of buying? Don’t be put off by high rates

2022 has already been tough on Canadians’ wallets, and recent economic data shows the pain is unlikely to end soon. Inflation continues to run hot, and on October 26 the Bank of Canada further raised its benchmark interest rate to try to bring it [...]

10 05, 2022

The Tax-Free First Home Savings Account (FHSA) explained

By |2023-12-21T01:52:18+00:00May 10th, 2022|Categories: Home Buyer Tips|Comments Off on The Tax-Free First Home Savings Account (FHSA) explained

The Tax-Free First Home Savings Account (FHSA) explained If you or someone you know is saving for a downpayment on their first home, the Federal government announced a new program aimed at first-time buyers in their recent budget. The First Home Savings Account combines [...]

31 01, 2022

It’s RRSP season. How you can boost your down payment to buy in 2022 and other tips and tricks

By |2023-12-21T01:52:47+00:00January 31st, 2022|Categories: Home Buyer Tips|Comments Off on It’s RRSP season. How you can boost your down payment to buy in 2022 and other tips and tricks

It's RRSP Season. Thinking of buying in 2022? Use your RRSP to boost your down payment There are some deadlines you really don’t want to miss. Make an RRSP contribution for the 2021 tax year by March 1, 2022. Here’s how RRSPs can be [...]

7 11, 2021

The lowdown on property appraisals

By |2023-12-21T01:51:57+00:00November 7th, 2021|Categories: Home Buyer Tips|Comments Off on The lowdown on property appraisals

The lowdown on property appraisals Whether you’re purchasing a new home or want to complete a refinance of your current mortgage, it’s important to understand the role of the home appraisal and how it can impact the outcome of your mortgage application. After you [...]

3 10, 2021

What’s involved in giving your child a boost to homeownership?

By |2023-12-21T01:56:24+00:00October 3rd, 2021|Categories: Home Buyer Tips|Comments Off on What’s involved in giving your child a boost to homeownership?

What's involved in giving your child a boost to homeownership? With the financial demands of school loans, living expenses, and finding a career path, many young people struggle to purchase their first home. Often, parents and grandparents are very sympathetic. They’ve enjoyed the financial [...]

21 03, 2021

5 Incentives for First Time Buyers

By |2023-12-21T02:03:11+00:00March 21st, 2021|Categories: Home Buyer Tips|Comments Off on 5 Incentives for First Time Buyers

5 Incentives for First Time Buyers When buying your first home, don’t leave money on the table! Take advantage of the programs and incentives offered by the federal government that can help you achieve your new home. 1. First-Time Home Buyer Incentive This government [...]

20 01, 2020

What does it mean to co-sign a mortgage?

By |2023-12-21T02:07:45+00:00January 20th, 2020|Categories: Home Buyer Tips|Comments Off on What does it mean to co-sign a mortgage?

What does it mean to co-sign a mortgage? As Canadian homes become less affordable, particularly in markets like Vancouver and Toronto and GTA, homebuyers are finding it increasingly hard to afford their ideal home.  You may have a good job, a solid income, a [...]

16 04, 2019

Who should get a mortgage pre-approval?

By |2020-05-06T15:27:26+00:00April 16th, 2019|Categories: Home Buyer Tips|0 Comments

A mortgage pre-approval can be an important part of your pathway to building wealth, giving you a real-world picture of your options: that is, your opportunities as well as your limitations. A mortgage preapproval will tell you how much you qualify for (you may be [...]

15 03, 2019

Co-signing a mortgage: things to consider

By |2020-05-06T15:27:26+00:00March 15th, 2019|Categories: Home Buyer Tips|0 Comments

It’s quite common for parents to co-sign loans for their children who have yet to build a strong enough income or credit history to buy a home. Grandparents and other close relatives are also helping when they can. This can certainly provide a critical helping [...]

26 02, 2019

Homeownership trend – buying with a friend

By |2020-05-06T15:27:26+00:00February 26th, 2019|Categories: Home Buyer Tips|0 Comments

An interesting new homebuying trend emerging among millennials is home purchases that are completed with a friend. It’s a creative solution to the housing market given tough qualifying rules and high prices. Pooling your resources is a great way to take you from the fringes [...]