Real Estate

The tax implications of buying a second home in Canada

Vacation or rental property, or both? Here are the taxes you can expect on a secondary property in Canada,...

Vacation Homes

Family legacy: How to pass along the family cottage—and 3 things to avoid

Discover key strategies from estate planning lawyer Peter Lillico on preserving your family’s cherished cottage for generations to come.

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Down payment for a second home in Canada: How much do you need?

Second homes and rental properties have their own down payment requirements. Here’s what to expect when buying a second...

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Buying a second home: How it works in Canada

Whether it’s for yourself or it’s an investment, here’s what you should know about the rules, requirements and financial...

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Can you use the Home Buyers’ Plan to buy a foreign property?

Find out if you can use the RRSP home-buying program to purchase foreign property and the tax implications that...

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When does the “plus 1” rule apply to a principal residence? 

There are tax implications to inheriting a second property. But in certain circumstances, you can have two principal residences...

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What are the tax implications of selling U.S. real estate?

Mary and Vic are selling a property in the U.S. and want to know what the capital gain...

Real Estate

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...