If you are a first time buyer, you may feel a little overwhelmed by all the real estate buzz words flying around you. Pre-approval, land transfer, mortgage insurance, these are all phrases you will hear as you go through the process of buying a home. But one of the most important term you will hear [...]
With the price of homes at an all time high, you may be tempted to buy a fixer upper. Many of them can be had for a steal. But be careful that your anticipated labour of love does not become a crippling money pit. There are many reasons to consider an older or historical home. [...]
Choosing the right mortgage can be a bit of a challenge. But understanding your options when it comes to the interest rate associated with your loan should be your very first step. Should you opt for a fixed rate mortgage where your monthly payments will remain the same for three or five years or are [...]
If you are thinking of buying or selling a condominium, you may want to do it before July 1, 2010. This is the date where the new Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) will come into effect. This new tax will blend the current GST of 5% and the Provincial Sales Tax of 8% into an harmonized [...]