Use a Counter-Proposal to Negotiate the Sale of Your House
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Use a Counter-Proposal to Negotiate the Sale of Your House
2024, june 03

”You’re almost at the finish line… you’ve organized an open house and had numerous showings, and now, your real estate broker has finally presented you with a promise to purchase! However, you may not be completely satisfied with the offer. What should you do? You have three choices: you can make some compromises and accept

How to calculate your debt-to-income ratio
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How to calculate your debt-to-income ratio
2024, june 03

”How to calculate your debt-to-income ratio Many prospective homeowners or parents who want to help their child buy their first home are likely asking how they can do that themselves. It’s a crucial indicator for analyzing your financial health, as banks and financial institutions consider it before agreeing to a loan. Let’s dive in!” What

Divided vs. Undivided Co-Ownership: What’s the Difference?
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Divided vs. Undivided Co-Ownership: What’s the Difference?
2024, june 03

”So, you found the perfect condo in the perfect neighbourhood! Congratulations! However, did you know that divided and undivided co-ownerships are not the same thing? Learn more about the differences!” The difference between divided and undivided co-ownership Divided co-ownership is the most well-known type of condo. What you are buying is a private portion (your condo

Buying an undivided condo: the pros and cons
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Buying an undivided condo: the pros and cons
2024, june 03

”Can the dream of becoming a co-owner come true? There are many ways to confidently reach your goal. Read this article to better understand the specifics of undivided co-ownership so that you can focus your search for the perfect property.” What is undivided co-ownership? When you buy a property held in undivided co-ownership, also called

I’m Moving: To Whom Should I Send My Change of Address?
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I’m Moving: To Whom Should I Send My Change of Address?
2024, june 03

Notifying governments, financial institutions, service providers and other organizations of your change of address is essential when preparing to move. In this article, you will discover how to do it quickly and efficiently thanks to a detailed checklist of whom to contact. 1. Government of Quebec The provincial government provides a change of address service which allows you

Canada to allow 30-year mortgages for first-time homebuyers
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Canada to allow 30-year mortgages for first-time homebuyers
2024, may 15

”Canada will loosen the rules on mortgages to allow first-time buyers to take out 30-year loans when they purchase newly-built homes.” ”The change will come into effect on Aug. 1, Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland said Thursday. It’s a move that’s primarily aimed at younger voters who have been squeezed by soaring housing prices and high interest rates. “First-time homebuyers

Why the smart money is buying single-family homes
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Why the smart money is buying single-family homes
2024, april 30

”Shortage of houses and surging population is setting up a big opportunity, for those with the financial means” “Location, location, location” is what real estate agents preach like a broken record, and for good reason. But there’s a new chant in town: “home type, home type, home type.” It doesn’t exactly roll off the tongue,

3 big questions about how the capital gains tax increase affects you
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3 big questions about how the capital gains tax increase affects you
2024, april 30

”Ottawa says only a small percentage of taxpayers will be subject to the changes. In reality, a much wider spectrum of Canadians will be impacted” The federal government’s decision to increase the capital gains tax rate to 66.7 per cent from 50 per cent has caused a lot of angst amongst business owners, professionals, investors

I’m Moving: To Whom Should I Send My Change of Address?
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I’m Moving: To Whom Should I Send My Change of Address?
2024, february 29

Notifying governments, financial institutions, service providers and other organizations of your change of address is essential when preparing to move. In this article, you will discover how to do it quickly and efficiently thanks to a detailed checklist of whom to contact. 1. Government of Quebec The provincial government provides a change of address service which allows you to