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Which type of life insurance is best?

If getting the best type life insurance is on your current to-do list, read on to figure out which...

Which type of life insurance is best?
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What happens at the end of a reverse mortgage?

Myth: seniors who sign reverse mortgage contracts will lose possession of their homes. In fact, there are three common...

What happens at the end of a reverse mortgage?
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Explainer: How do payday loans work? 

Are payday lenders filling a need, or are they preying on Canadians who aren't able to borrow money from...

Explainer: How do payday loans work? 
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Tax implications of building a laneway suite

Any time a homeowner becomes a landlord, there may be GST/HST and income tax owing—and the amounts can be...

Tax implications of building a laneway suite

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Real Estate

House hunters: 7 tips for buying in a seller’s market

Record-low mortgage rates, combined with a low supply of available homes, have created a cut-throat market for buyers across...

House hunters: 7 tips for buying in a seller’s market
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How do mortgage brokers get paid?

Adil is about to close on a home purchase and is surprised that his mortgage broker is asking for...

How do mortgage brokers get paid?
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How can a Hyundai owner prove maintenance was performed on schedule?

Without records of his DIY oil changes, NJ worries he may not qualify for a significant recall. What's his...

How can a Hyundai owner prove maintenance was performed on schedule?
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The case for buying a pre-construction home

Buying a home that doesn't yet exist may sound risky. But if you take the time to understand the...

The case for buying a pre-construction home

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Is probate an inevitable cost for a surviving spouse?

Sandra and her husband have lived in their principal residence for 40 years, but his is the only name...

Is probate an inevitable cost for a surviving spouse?

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