Fractional Ownership

Fractional Ownership

Fractional ownership of recreational properties is, as the name suggests, a way for you to become the part owner of a cottage at the fraction of the price of purchasing the whole thing.

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Save Energy — Save Money

Save Energy — Save Money

It has always made sense to run your home as efficiently as possible, energy wise. But the stakes are higher these days. Gas and electricity prices are on the rise. Will they go higher? Oh, you bet!
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The Home Inspection – Whose Responsibility Is It?

The Home Inspection – Whose Responsibility Is It?

Four months after the home inspection and two months after closing, there were clear signs of water damage, moisture, mold, mildew, rot, dust and drywall deterioration in the basement. This situation is more common than one would expect and it begs the questions, just whose responsibility is the home inspection anyway?
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Young Canadians expected to hold off on buying a home

Young Canadians expected to hold off on buying a home

RBC just released their 18th Annual Homeownership study, which found that a majority of young Canadians will put off buying a new home until next year. The report said that 55 per cent of people aged 18-34 will delay stepping onto the property ladder, up 10 per cent from the national average. If you’re a first time home buyer facing the decision of whether or not to purchase a home, here are a few tips to consider.
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Don’t get burned in a hot spring market

Don’t get burned in a hot spring market

The weather is slowly getting warmer. That means many things, but for those interested in real estate, spring is all about a sizzling, busy market.
This year, reports are warning us this could be the last hot spring market for awhile. Here are some suggestions for staying cool when the housing market is on fire all around you.
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MORTGAGE OUTLOOK PANEL

Want to know what the outlook is on mortgage rates for the next 30 to 40 days? Our panel of mortgage experts share their views on Canadian Mortgage Rate Trends.

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