His n Her tips for couples
Jun. 9th 2010 posted under Buying
For most couples, buying a home is the most significant purchase they will ever make together.While the prospect of owning a home is an exciting one, it can often seem overwhelming, especially for those who are new to the real estate process. From selecting a neighbourhood to deciding how to use ...
New Mortgage Rules
Apr. 15th 2010 posted under Buying
New mortgage rules take effect April 19
Recent changes to Canada's mortgage rules announced by the Minister of Finance, the Honourable Jim Flaherty, will take effect April 19, 2010. The changes have three different components:
1. Requiring that all borrowers meet the standards for a ...
Consider Closing Costs When Buying A Home
Apr. 8th 2010 posted under Buying
Buying your first home is an exciting process. You determined how much home you can afford, you saved your down payment, you and your REALTOR found the perfect home and your offer was accepted. While the purchase price of your home is the largest cost you will encounter, there are other costs to ...
The Advantages of Homeownership
Jan. 2nd 2010 posted under Buying
There are many practical and financially sound reasons for buying your first home, whether you start with a condo, a ...
Kids are staying home longer to be homeowners themselves.
Jan. 2nd 2010 posted under Buying
Young Canadians have learned a powerful lesson from their parents about the benefits of owning their own home.At least, that's the conclusion that many people would make when reviewing a recent government study.According to an analysis of the findings of the General Social Survey on family ...
First time Buyers look to re enter the market
Jan. 2nd 2010 posted under Buying
If you're like most Canadians, you're well aware that the national real estate market has cooled.But with any changing market comes new opportunities. With today's incredibly low financing costs and in some markets, an easing of price increases, the monthly carrying cost of many homes is ...