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Its Time to Crush Your Credit Card Blues

Although credit cards interest rates have not been affected by the recent surge in the prime lending rate, the fact remains that credit card debt is usually the most expensive
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5 Reasons to Contribute to a TFSA

The Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) was introduced in 2009 to give Canadians access to a registered account that can help them save for the future. Let’s consider five good reasons
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Working Remotely? Get a Tax Break!

These days, many companies allow their employees to work from a remote location (e.g., from home), either full time or on a hybrid basis. While such working arrangements have existed
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Make the Most of Your Tax Refund

When you get a tax refund, it’s very tempting to see it as a windfall you can guiltlessly spend on things you want rather than need. And while there’s usually
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Canada’s Foreign Buyer Ban

The Prohibition on the Purchase of Residential Property by Non-Canadians Act went into effect as of January 1, 2023. The Act prohibits non-citizens and non-permanent residents from purchasing residential property
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Get Your Home Equity Working For You with a Reverse Mortgage

The notion that we should be mortgage-free is a focus many of us strive to achieve the moment we realize the dream of homeownership. But, the fact is, many outstanding
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How to Save with a Variable Mortgage

When it comes to mortgages, the age-old question remains: “Should I go with a variable or fixed-rate?”. To make an informed decision, it is important to look at the type
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Refinancing Your Home

One of the best parts about life is that it is ever-changing. This is one of the reasons that mortgages are available on short-term contracts (such as the standard 5-year)
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Find Your Perfect Home Type

When it comes to finding your perfect home, there are so many more options for potential homeowners! From a single-family dwelling to a townhouse to a modular home, the choices
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Renewing Your Mortgage

Did you know? Close to 70 percent of mortgages never make it to the end of their term! This means that, for a variety of reasons, homeowners are ending their
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Let’s Get House Hunting

Have you ever checked out an open house in the neighborhood, which you had no intention of buying? Or checking out listings online for your dream home? Of course, you
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5 Tips for Staging Your Home Yourself

Getting a home ready for sale or lease is a big job on its own. For some, the thought of staging your home may be overwhelming. Realtors may offer this
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