Claiming income on a co-owned rental property
Marie, who owns two rental properties with her spouse, noticed that their tax preparer didn't allocate the income 50/50....
Planning for an inheritance
Nearly half of Canadians expect to receive an inheritance. But while it’s important to consider those potential funds in...
How to recover financially from divorce
Top tips: Try to avoid any hasty decisions regarding real estate, and take the time to ensure you have...
What you need to know about REITs
Learn what a real estate investment trust is, how to invest in one, the pros and cons, what kind...
Is it better to pay down our mortgage or ramp up contributions to our teen’s RESP?
Making accelerated mortgage payments can pay down a mortgage faster. But what about other financial goals, like RESPs? How...
8 ways to start the home-buying process
Thinking about taking this big step? Here's what to know when it's time to budget for a new home.
Should you borrow to pay expenses on an investment property?
Garry, who’s retired, needs additional cash to cover the cost of maintaining a property he rents out. Should he...
“Who’ll pay for the cottage if I die?”
Having a mortgage doesn’t necessarily mean you need life insurance coverage equal to the amount you owe on it.
Downsize, rightsize or get out of the market?
Mike wonders if he should cash in his big-city home equity for a golden retirement.