How to know if a secondary suite or basement apartment is legal—and a worthwhile investment
The potential to earn rental income sounds great, but unauthorized second units come with financial and other risks.
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Can I afford to buy a second home?
A second home can serve many purposes, from a vacation destination to student housing for your children. Here’s how...
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Buying a home with a down payment of less than 20%? You’ll need mortgage default insurance. Use this tool...
How to calculate your debt-to-income ratio—and why you should know this number
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Will you make money on your rental property?
Rental real estate has been a great investment for many Canadians. But how do you assess whether yours is...
Housing affordability: What happens when lower home prices take on higher borrowing costs?
Borrowing costs are increasing as Canada experiences the fastest drop in home prices since the 1980s. Have we reached...
What happens when a buyer backs out of a real estate deal?
Signing a purchase agreement and then failing to close can have serious financial consequences—and courts don’t take it lightly....
Is the family responsible to pay the mortgage for a loved one who has passed away?
When a home owner dies with money owing on the property, the type of ownership determines who is accountable...
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Why now might be a good time to be a first-time home buyer in Alberta
Alberta is an attractive place to buy a first home. We look at what first-time buyers can expect in...