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Where to buy real estate in Canada in 2026: National overview

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Beyond home prices: What the new CMHC affordability index reveals about Canada

Canada’s housing affordability is usually measured through home prices alone. CMHC’s new index adds rental data for a more...

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Refinancing your mortgage? Here’s why a professional home appraisal is step one

Know your home’s true value before refinancing. A professional appraisal helps you access equity, lower payments, and make smarter...

Mortgages

Making sense of the Bank of Canada interest rate decision on March 18, 2026

The Bank of Canada holds its key rate at 2.25%, keeping variable mortgage rates and savings returns steady amid...

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Tax implications of owning a rental property as a non-resident of Canada

If you leave Canada and own a rental property, or you are a non-resident and you buy a rental...

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Should you claim capital cost allowance on a rental property?

Rental property investors need to report their annual income and expenses on their tax return. You must also track...

Real Estate

Helping your kids buy their first home: Smart strategies for today’s market

Parents can help their kids buy a first home without risking their own finances. Explore smart strategies, from FHSAs...

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Can I still use my FHSA after my spouse bought a condo?

Short answer: Yes. But to take advantage of this amazing tax shelter, you need to understand the CRA’s rules...

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Making sense of the Bank of Canada interest rate decision on January 28, 2026

The Bank of Canada holds its benchmark rate at 2.25%, impacting variable mortgages, fixed rates, and savings as economic...