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 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...
What are the risks of trading crypto?
Before you invest in bitcoin, ethereum and other cryptocurrencies, understand how to manage their risks—including the errors you might...
New mortgage changes for 2024: Wider access to 30-year mortgages and more
Liberals announce expansion to mortgage eligibility, draft rights for renters, buyers.
Borrowing from your HELOC to invest in equities
You can use a HELOC for leveraged investing. But what happens if you sell your home and want to...
Guide to inflation: Price changes, the pandemic and your pocketbook
This guide will help you understand what inflation is, how it's calculated, and what it means for your personal...