Home insurance is exactly what it sounds like—a type of insurance for your property and its contents that protects against damage, liability, and loss. While home insurance isn’t mandatory in Canada, buying a home is one of the largest purchases you’ll ever make, so it’s worth your time to invest in protection in the event of any sudden […]
Had it been asked one year ago, if the Canadian real estate market was at risk of overheating, the answer would probably have been “absolutely not.” In fact, when the COVID-19 pandemic began in March 2020, and the majority of Canadian households and businesses went into lockdown, years of economic and employment gain were at […]
You’ve undoubtedly heard the term, but what does it actually mean, and is Canada experiencing one? Whether you already own a home, are considering buying one in the near future, or you’re waiting for the right time to sell, here we answer what is a housing bubble, what causes it, and how it may […]
It might be hard to believe, considering how the province is suffering through the worst public health crisis in its history, but the Ontario real estate market is booming. From the major urban centres of Toronto and Ottawa, to the rural communities of Renfrew County and Prince Edward County, close to every housing market in Ontario has […]
While the impact of COVID-19 on markets and the economy has been unprecedented, there has been one constant over the past year that has provided small comfort to Canadian consumers: an ultra-low cost of borrowing that has made it easier to qualify for mortgages and other forms of credit. As the dust has started […]
Buying a home is an exhilarating experience, but it’s far from easy! One of the trickiest issues to address early on is ‘how much mortgage can I afford?’ Without knowing your numbers, you run the risk of overspending and struggling to pay your mortgage payments in the future. With that in mind, let’s take a […]
If you’re a homeowner looking to unlock the equity you’ve built up in your home, you might have heard about second mortgages. But, amid a wealth of other options, it’s difficult to know whether it’s the right choice for you. So, let’s see exactly what a second mortgage is, how it works and what the […]
Buying or selling a property requires fiery passion, steely confidence, curiosity, research, and trust in your Realtor While we’ve created a cheat sheet of 10 important questions to ask your future house—what about your Realtor? Whether you’re preparing to buy your first home or an income property, or selling a cottage, it’s a daunting commitment. Here are 10 valuable questions […]
Purchasing a home is likely going to be one of the largest purchases you will make in your lifetime, which is why it is so important to follow the right steps when starting on your home-buying journey to ensure that the entire process goes smoothly from start to finish! We’ve put together a step-by-step guide […]
New real estate investors have a lot to think about before embarking on their journey. Canada enjoys one of the hottest housing markets in the world, even in the aftermath of the Coronavirus pandemic. What’s more, the Canadian real estate market is not only heating up in major urban centres such as Ottawa. But smart […]