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Planning to use your home equity in retirement

Real estate equity is a big part of seniors’ net worth. Some Canadian retirees may want or need to...

Planning to use your home equity in retirement

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Should we draw down my spouse’s RRIF faster?

The benefits of depleting savings to avoid estate taxes depends on many variables. But if you live a decade...

Should we draw down my spouse’s RRIF faster?
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Buying your first home? Here’s how to get ready to make an offer

Saving up for a down payment is just the first step. Here are the other costs many Canadian home...

Buying your first home? Here’s how to get ready to make an offer
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Missed credit payments grew by 4% in the first quarter of 2025

More Canadians are missing credit payments compared with last year, according to a report from credit bureau Equifax.

Missed credit payments grew by 4% in the first quarter of 2025
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Stocks

Three of Canadian banks release their earnings

Profits are a mixed bag for Canada’s big banks, but Scotia CIBC and BMO all admit concern for borrowing....

Three of Canadian banks release their earnings
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Mortgages

How much income do you need to buy a home in Canada? A look at home affordability in April 2025

How much income do you need to buy a home in Canada? A look at home affordability in April 2025
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Mortgages

Looking for a mortgage in B.C.? Don’t limit your options to the big banks

Looking for a mortgage in B.C.? Don’t limit your options to the big banks
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Fraud and Scams

Mortgage fraud in Canada: How to protect yourself

Mortgage fraud in Canada: How to protect yourself
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What to do if your pre-construction condo has dropped in value

Many pre-construction condos bought in recent years, especially in Toronto, are now worth much less. If you can’t close...

What to do if your pre-construction condo has dropped in value