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Finding your dream home in the housing market has become easier than ever. Many homeowners have listed their properties out for sale in the spring market, making it simpler for you to get a home that perfectly matches your needs, preferences, and budget.

Some property listings fail to catch the attention of homebuyers despite the best efforts of the seller or the listing agent. But then, certain houses effortlessly hog the spotlight. These popular houses often have all or most of the features home buyers find desirable, drawing more attention to the

Real estate is one of the best ways for an investor to make money - you must have probably heard about the age-old truth. Not only do investment properties can earn you excellent long-term returns but they also offer you tax benefits and add diversification to your overall investment strategy. The

Did you know that according to a recent survey by the Canadian Association of Accredited Mortgage Professionals (CAAMP), a whopping 18% of mortgage renewals in Canada are denied every year? Not only that, around 25% of homeowners experienced difficulties with their mortgage renewal process in one wa

Getting ready to apply for a home mortgage loan, but aren’t sure what assets to include in the application? It’s not just you! Most homebuyers often struggle to decide which assets to mention when applying for a mortgage. However, remember, the assets you choose to list can significantly influence

It's official, the First-Time Home Buyer Incentive program has now been discontinued in Canada as of March 1st 2024. Here are some key points from the CMHC website that you need to know before we jump into the details.

The Canadian dream of owning a home appears increasingly out of reach for many. Rising interest rates, coupled with a chronic undersupply of homes and a spiraling cost of living crisis, have created a complex scenario for homebuyers. At the heart of the issue lies a deficit in housing supply. The nu

If you are an aspiring home buyer planning to buy a home in Ontario in the coming months then you need to buckle up and get ready to make your move as soon as possible. Why? Because in the last 10 weeks the Ontario housing market has picked up speed after a sluggish market in December. With both the

If you are anything like me then social media has become one of your biggest sources of updates on everything happening around the world. I am not saying that's a good thing but just the times we live in. A few days ago I was scrolling through my Instagram when I happened upon a reel titled “I bough

n a country where home prices in major cities like Toronto, Vancouver and Mississauga are about to punch a hole in the sky and the constant bickering between policy and inflation rates show no sign of shutting off, would-be home buyers need all the options they can get. The shortest distance between

Finding your dream home has changed with the rise of online real estate platforms in today’s fast-changing digital world. Like swiping right on a dating app, finding your ideal home has become more intuitive and efficient. These are essential characteristics you need in a home, ensuring that every s

Ah, the grand adventure of moving! Whether you're tangoing with professional movers or doing the DIY shuffle with friends and family, the journey to a new abode is both exhilarating and, let's be honest, a bit of a logistical maze.