Renting

A woman is worried by a letter from her landlord.

Renting

How much can a landlord increase rent?

As Canadian rent prices keep rising, here’s what you need to know about rent increases, rent strikes and your...

How much can a landlord increase rent?

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What expenses can you deduct when renovating a rental property?

The purpose of the renovations, as well as the occupancy of the building, can influence whether the expenses are...

What expenses can you deduct when renovating a rental property?
A woman writes on a box as she prepares to move into a co-owned property

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Can you save tax by moving into your rental property?

Can you save tax by moving into your rental property?
A woman who is happy about her move to Albertastands in front of the rocky mountains.

Real Estate

Should you move to Alberta?

Tempted by the call of the mountains? You might be wondering about moving to Alberta. Here’s what to know...

Should you move to Alberta?

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Real Estate

What’s affecting Canada’s real estate and housing market?

Thinking about buying or selling a home in Canada? These seven factors will shape the housing market this year.

What’s affecting Canada’s real estate and housing market?
Canadian entrepreneur and Dragon's Den judge Wes Hall sits on a stool against a grey background, smiling.

My MoneySense

Wes Hall explains the biggest money myth and the value of a well-tailored suit

Canadian entrepreneur and Dragons’ Den star Wes Hall talks about his investing lessons and the things he values the...

Wes Hall explains the biggest money myth and the value of a well-tailored suit
Bollywed's father and son duo Chandan and Kuki Singh.

My MoneySense

Bollywed’s Kuki and Chandan Singh on making it in Canada—and on TV

Money comes up a lot in an intergenerationally run business led by this father-son duo. Find out what they...

Bollywed’s Kuki and Chandan Singh on making it in Canada—and on TV
A woman takes notes while discussing inheritance rules with an advisor on the phone

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When does the “plus 1” rule apply to a principal residence? 

There are tax implications to inheriting a second property. But in certain circumstances, you can have two principal residences...

When does the “plus 1” rule apply to a principal residence? 

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A newly renovated basement that remains empty, except for an office chair and computer monitor

Real Estate

How to know if a secondary suite or basement apartment is legal—and a worthwhile investment

The potential to earn rental income sounds great, but unauthorized second units come with financial and other risks.

How to know if a secondary suite or basement apartment is legal—and a worthwhile investment

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