first-time homebuyer

The first-time homebuyers’ tax credit allows you to claim back $750 on your tax return after buying your first home in Canada. Here’s what you need to know.

The first-time home buyer incentive is one of Canada’s newest programs for first-time home buyers. However, it doesn’t suit everyone – here’s why.

What is the GST/HST New Housing Rebate? Well, it’s a way to save several thousand dollars on some new home purchases – here’s what you need to know.

The City of Toronto isn’t just one of the most expensive places to buy a home in Ontario, it also has some of the highest closing costs, especially land transfer tax. The Province of Ontario itself … Read More

Shopping for your home as a first-time homebuyer can be daunting and stressful; the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation agrees. That’s why the Crown Corporation releases an annual mortgage consumer survey. “Shopping for a mortgage can … Read More

Canadians will have a harder time buying a home due to the federal government’s numerous mortgage rule changes over the past couple years. Here’s a quick overview of all the changes, important dates, and how they … Read More

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

Canada’s hot housing market has made it difficult for first-time homebuyers looking to enter the market. With sky-high housing prices, the ability to gather enough funds for a down payment has become increasingly more difficult.

Happy new year! While you’re looking ahead to the opportunities this year may bring, why not take a moment to reflect back on some of the stories you might have missed over the past month? Across … Read More

While Canada’s tumultuous real estate market is never a snooze, 2016 ushered in considerable change for buyers and sellers. A number of new policy changes, taxes, and regulations that altered affordability and expectations came into play … Read More