Who’s Shopping For Canadian Homes?
Over 10 million non-residents go online to look at Canadian housing
Sell Your Home Faster Using Keywords
Consider what search terms and keywords are used most by those shopping for a home
Use the principal residence exemption to save on taxes
When you own multiple properties there are strategies to help save on capital gains taxes What if you and your spouse got married only to find out that your careers would take you to different parts of the country? To keep your careers going, you find a solution that includes living in separate houses, each located…
Drake’s moving home!
Drake’s plans for a Bridle Path mansion were just approved by Toronto’s Committee of Adjustments There’s been a lot of promises about Americans moving to Canada (mostly in retaliation should Donald Trump actually win the race for the U.S. Presidency). But a few celebs appear to really love our good ol’ Northern lights Canuck ways, Trump or…
How much does a 1996 house cost today?
Higher home prices and lower interest rates lead us to wonder—has housing affordability actually changed? Housing prices are much higher today, but interest rates are significantly lower. So, has housing affordability actually changed? To appreciate the impact of inflation let’s take a look at, as an example, the cost of homes today versus 10 or 20 years…
What buyers can learn from the Urbancorp collapse
4 rules that help reduce the risks that come with buying a pre-construction condo or home (Getty Images / Ron Chapple) No one would blame you if you had a sudden case of cold-feet when faced with buying a pre-construction condo, townhome or single-family detached home these days. The sudden collapse and current legal entanglement…
How to attract pollinators to your garden
Make a few simple changes to spread seeds better Planning a few changes to your garden this year? Then consider helping pollinators, such as bees, hummingbirds, moths and butterflies. With a few simple changes you can attract these necessary birds and insects and help spread the seed.
Can you avoid capital gains tax?
Your home can be an effective tax shelter, but other forms of real estate can attract capital gains taxes. Here’s what you need to know
Maximize a child’s bedroom decor
Start by decluttering and downsizing Want to make your child’s room look its best? Arrange My Space host, Barbara Brock, offers tips on how to cage the clutter and bring out the cute in any child’s bedroom. While Brock uses an example of a little girl’s room, the principles can apply to any room: minimize overstimulation,…
Mortgage terms: fixed vs. variable
Despite the proliferation of information regarding mortgages, there’s still a lot of confusion about what’s the best deal. Today we’ll examine whether or not a fixed or a variable rate mortgage is right for you. Part 2: Variable Vs. Fixed When choosing the best mortgage you’ll need to decide between a variable or fixed rate…