first time home buyers

Buying a house is no small feat, and it needs planning. Buy how do you buy a home? Here’s how to buy a house in Canada in 7 steps.

A Joint mortgage is a great way to give yourself a boost onto the Canadian property ladder, but they’re not for everyone. Is a joint mortgage right for you?

For people who can’t borrow enough to afford a home, having someone co-sign a mortage can help. However, co-signing a mortgage can be risky… here’s why.

I’ve learned a few things about homeownership since I bought my first home in July 2016.

You’ve saved your down payment, received a mortgage pre-approval through your mortgage broker, found a realtor, viewed several homes and found “the one.” Now you’re ready to make your offer to purchase, and after a few … Read More

How long do you think the average Canadian spends hunting for a home?

For many Canadians, buying a home will be the largest financial commitment of their lifetime. But with so much at stake, how do you know when you’re truly ready to buy a home?

As more than 45% of the 620,000 Canadian homebuyers in 2015 can attest, buying real estate for the first time is an exciting, but a sometimes uncertain experience. There are many aspects of home buying that … Read More

Becoming a homebuyer and applying for your first mortgage is something you most likely weren’t educated about while growing up. You knew that your parents had one and that you would eventually need one, but you … Read More

Banks try more up-front pricing – Canadian Mortgage Trend You’ve probably seen them before: “special” rate offers from banks listed online, in newspapers, on billboards, etc. And while the word “special” sitting next to a number … Read More