by debtcancel | Jul 11, 2019 | House Tips
Buying a home has become more difficult now than ever— maybe this is not news to you! Recent stress testing measures, increases in housing prices in major cities, and the continued increase in the cost of living, all combine to make home ownership a daunting task no...
by debtcancel | Jun 28, 2019 | House Tips
When it’s cooler outside than inside, open your windows instead of using air conditioning. Use a window fan, blowing toward the outside, to pull cool air in through other windows and to push hot air out. When it’s hotter outside than inside, close your windows and...
by debtcancel | Jun 19, 2019 | House Tips
Whether you’ve just bought your first home or you’ve been a homeowner for years, there’s good news for you. You can feel confident you made the right decision for your long-term economic wellbeing according to the findings of a study by Mortgage Professionals Canada...
by debtcancel | Jun 7, 2019 | House Tips, Mortgages
A rental property can be a great investment, but it’s a big commitment and the rules associated with being a landlord can be complex. These five steps will help you prepare. Step 1: See how much you can afford The price for a multi-unit or single-family property may...
by debtcancel | May 23, 2019 | House Tips
Spring means most of us will be spending more time enjoying the outdoors. This serves as a great opportunity to invest time and energy into sprucing up your home’s exterior and outdoor living areas. Sharon Grech, Benjamin Moore colour and design expert, shares her top...
by debtcancel | May 16, 2019 | House Tips, Mortgages
Q: I’ve recently accepted an exciting new job and need to relocate halfway across the country pronto. How do I sell my home quickly? A: While selling a home in record time isn’t the norm in the real estate industry, there are certain things you can do to attract...
by debtcancel | May 9, 2019 | House Tips, Mortgages
Your home is likely your most valuable asset and may be the solution to your financial problems. Are you caught on the ‘never-never plan’? Making minimum payments on credit card debt? Achieve financial wellbeing by consolidating your debt at manageable rates. Cut up...
by debtcancel | Apr 23, 2019 | Uncategorized
Q: We recently sold a home, is there any tax obligations we need to know at this time of year? A: When you sell your own home (or principal residence) you usually don’t have to pay tax on any profit from the sale. But what you might not know is that even if you are...
by debtcancel | Apr 15, 2019 | Mortgages
Q: We are house hunting this spring and conventional wisdom tells us we should make our offer to purchase a home conditional upon certain terms – that the home pass a home inspection within five business days of the offer, for example. But what about in a competitive...
by debtcancel | Apr 9, 2019 | House Tips
If the sight of the mercury creeping upward fills you with spring fever, we’re with you. We, too, are restless for the toastier and longer days that are just around the corner. But before you can kick back on a balmy evening with a crisp glass of rosé or a cool...
