buying a home

Can you borrow for a down payment on a mortgage? The short answer is yes, but it’s not always a good idea. Here’s what you need to know.

When you bought your first home, it was so exciting. When you got the keys and opened the door for the first time, it was like opening the door to your own private kingdom. But as … Read More

By Sarah Selhi Moving out is a process that most people loathe. The resources, the planning, and time involved are a number of reasons why individuals are wary of relocating. However, saving time and money during … Read More

Purchasing a new home is one of the biggest investments you will make in your lifetime, so it’s important that you are fully aware of what you are putting your life savings into. Hiring a home … Read More

It appears the Supreme Court of Canada is the next stop in the ongoing battle to publicly share real estate data in Toronto.

Here are some stories that caught our eye this week: Millennials have a lower homeownership rate than baby boomers did at age 30: StatsCan This week, Statistics Canada shared the results of the 2016 Census. One … Read More

Ideally, the road to buying a home starts with getting the best mortgage rate. If we had it our way, we’d be able to spend as much time as we like to search for the perfect … Read More

After meticulously researching the real estate market, clearly outlining your homeownership goals, and looking into the condo developer’s track record, you’ve finally decided to take the plunge into the buyer’s pool and purchase a pre-construction residence.

Sponsored by: Should you continue renting the place you live in or is it time to become a homeowner? Buying a home is a big step and there are some things you should think about before … Read More

“Buy the worst house on the best block.” This adage has been used time and again by real estate investors who advocate that the purchase of a house in need of renovations in a desirable neighbourhood … Read More