10 Mistakes to Avoid in Rent-to-Own For most people, a home is the largest purchase they’ll ever make, so choosing the wrong property can have disastrous implications for their wallets and well-being. Still, many homeowners feel a strong sense of pride in putting their mark on the property, building equity and having a place to [...]
Wondering how the rate increases (and subsequent stress test increase) would impact your ability to qualify for a mortgage? Suppose your household income is $120,000, you have good credit and you want to buy a condo in a major urban centre. Let’s say the property taxes are $2,400 and the condo maintenance/strata fees are $360 [...]
Have you recently been declined for a mortgage because you have credit challenges, carrying some debt or dont have the required down payment? Homeownership could still be a reality with some creative planning and resourcefulness Understanding the qualification process is the key to finding a way to make it work. The mortgage amount a buyer [...]
Canadian home prices are on the rise with a near 20% projected increase by the end of December, according to the Canadian Real Estate Association’s (CREA) most recent report As home sales across the country saw a slight drop in August, falling 0.5% compared to July, prices continued to rise, bringing the average Canadian home [...]
Canadian homeowners are effectively paying significantly less per month than renters, a new study from Royal Le Page says. The study, which sought out to answer the age old question of “is it better to rent or buy?” analyzed price data from across the country. It found that although homeowners are often paying much more [...]
