The tax implications of buying a second home in Canada
Vacation or rental property, or both? Here are the taxes you can expect on a secondary property in Canada,...
Down payment for a second home in Canada: How much do you need?
Second homes and rental properties have their own down payment requirements. Here’s what to expect when buying a second...
Buying a second home: How it works in Canada
Here’s what home owners and investors should know about the rules, financing options and tax implications of buying a...
How to use equity to buy a second home
We look at four common ways of financing the purchase of a second property using equity built up in...
Second mortgages in Canada: What are the rules?
Interested in buying a second property? Familiarize yourself with the mortgage rules first to make sure it’s the right...
It’s possible to be a first-time home buyer twice—here’s how
Some government programs apply a flexible definition of “first-time home buyer.” Find out what it can mean for you....
What is a blockchain?
What is a blockchain? Why do you need to know this definition? The MoneySense Glossary is your resource for...
What is the Home Buyers’ Plan?
The HBP lets you borrow money from yourself to help pay for a new home. Find out how the...
Canada’s inflation rate and what it means for your investments
Canada’s Consumer Price Index fell below target in September. How should that influence your choice of stocks, bonds and...