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Can transferring ownership of a house help avoid probate tax?

Transferring ownership of a house while parents are still living can significantly affect probate tax, but there are other...

Can transferring ownership of a house help avoid probate tax?
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Mortgages

Mortgage renewal calculator

Is your mortgage coming up for renewal soon? Use this tool to figure out if switching lenders could save...

Mortgage renewal calculator
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Mortgages

The best 5-year variable mortgage rates in Canada

Five-year variable-rate mortgages offer potential cost savings to buyers who can manage changes in market interest rates. Here’s how...

The best 5-year variable mortgage rates in Canada
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Mortgages

The best 5-year fixed mortgage rates in Canada

You have so many options for finding the best mortgage rate for you. Here’s how you can compare some...

The best 5-year fixed mortgage rates in Canada

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What is the GDP in Canada right now?

Canadian economy loses steam after strong start to year, grows 0.2% in February.

What is the GDP in Canada right now?
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Newcomers to Canada

The best cities in Canada for work for newcomers

The best cities in Canada for work for newcomers
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Equifax Canada testing use of rental payment data for credit scores

Equifax Canada says it’s exploring how rent data could factor into credit scores to help make credit and financial...

Equifax Canada testing use of rental payment data for credit scores
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Home & Décor

How much is a backup power supply for your home? 

Extreme weather is the new norm, so it’s smart to prepare for power outages. Battery backup power could be...

How much is a backup power supply for your home? 

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Real Estate

How it works: Capital gains tax on the sale of a property

When is capital gains tax payable on the sale of property? And at what rate are capital gains taxed?...

How it works: Capital gains tax on the sale of a property

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