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The after-effect of market lows: a drop in fixed mortgage rates

Some investors might look at their portfolios, but Canadians getting a mortgage (or renewing one) should keep an eye...

The after-effect of market lows: a drop in fixed mortgage rates
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Mortgages

Mortgage renewal calculator

Is your mortgage coming up for renewal soon? Use this tool to figure out if switching lenders could save...

Mortgage renewal calculator
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Making sense of the Bank of Canada interest rate decision on July 24, 2024

Making sense of the Bank of Canada interest rate decision on July 24, 2024

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Mortgage payment calculator

Use a mortgage payment calculator to understand what a mortgage will cost you in real terms.

Mortgage payment calculator

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6 things to consider before borrowing from the Bank of Mom and Dad for your first home

Borrowing from family can seem convenient, but there are things to think about first, like interest, taxes, family power...

6 things to consider before borrowing from the Bank of Mom and Dad for your first home
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Should you get a 30-year mortgage? 

Longer mortgages can stretch the amount you qualify for and provide some wiggle room in your budget. Here’s how...

Should you get a 30-year mortgage? 
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Real Estate

Is a vacation home a good investment?

A cottage or other vacation property can provide a great way to unwind and spend time with family. But...

Is a vacation home a good investment?
Calculating cost savings on a 3- vs. 5-year mortgage

Mortgages

3-year versus 5-year mortgage: How to choose your term

Interest rates are still high but set to come down, which is a key factor in picking a mortgage...

3-year versus 5-year mortgage: How to choose your term

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Where to buy a home for under $1 million in Canada

Yes, you can still find homes for less than seven figures in Canada, including in the country’s two priciest...

Where to buy a home for under $1 million in Canada

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