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February 9, 2021 0 Comments

Think you have to wait 7 years after bankruptcy before you can get a mortgage? That's a myth. You can actually get a mortgage the day after you get discharged - though you

February 1, 2021 0 Comments

Set yourself up for homebuying success Buying a new home soon - say in the next year or two?  It's a very exciting time!   Even if you're not a first-time homebuyer, you

December 21, 2020 6 Comments

  Minimum down payment increase - what you need to know On February 15, 2016, the minimum down payment rules changed in Canada.  On homes purchased for more than $500,000, the portion of the house price over

October 26, 2020 0 Comments

So, you’ve decided to buy your first home? Congratulations! Buying your first home is such a fun time. Though it can also be terrifying. :) When my husband and I were house-hunting, it

October 5, 2020 2 Comments

Why invest in Canadian real estate? Canadians are increasingly realizing the value of diversifying into real estate investments. This is especially true given the volatility of stock and bond markets over the last