Homebuying

Canadians Face a Tougher 'Stress Test' to Get a Mortgage. Should You Worry?

Starting in June, borrowers will have to meet a higher bar to qualify for a home loan.

By Clayton Jarvis

5 Common Mistakes Canadians Make With Their Mortgages

Avoid these errors so you can make the best decision on a mortgage.

By Clayton Jarvis

3, 5 or 10 Years? How to Decide Which Mortgage Term Is Right for You

Consider the pros and cons of different loan terms before settling on one.

By Clayton Jarvis

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By Juliette Baxter | 12.16.2020
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By Juliette Baxter | 12.14.2020
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By Ethan Rotberg | 11.05.2020
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By Liz Beddall | 11.04.2020
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By Shane Murphy | 10.23.2020
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By Liz Beddall | 10.22.2020
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By Ethan Rotberg | 10.15.2020
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By Liz Beddall | 10.14.2020
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By Ethan Rotberg | 10.06.2020
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By Desirae Odjick | 09.23.2020
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By Shane Murphy | 09.16.2020
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By Shane Murphy | 09.09.2020
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By Desirae Odjick | 09.02.2020
Bank of Canada Makes It Easier for Homebuyers to Aim Higher

By Kevin Hamilton | 08.14.2020
How Much Mortgage Can I Afford?

By Serah Louis | 07.21.2020
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By Juliette Baxter | 07.13.2020
With Rates So Low, What's the Best Mortgage Term Right Now?

By Juliette Baxter | 06.26.2020
How to Get Around the Harsh New Mortgage Rules in Canada

By Juliette Baxter | 06.12.2020
Is Your Credit Score Good Enough to Buy a Home?

By Caitlin Cochrane | 05.20.2020
How Much Should You Put Down When You Buy a House?

By Doug Whiteman | 05.20.2020
How to Save Money as COVID-19 Upends the Housing Market

By Juliette Baxter | 05.06.2020
The Principal Residence Exemption (PRE) Explained

By Juliette Baxter | 04.23.2020
Is the First-Time Home Buyer Incentive (FTHBI) Worth It?

By Caitlin Cochrane | 03.26.2020
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By Caitlin Cochrane | 03.18.2020
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By Sarah Cunnane | 03.17.2020
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By Sarah Cunnane | 03.02.2020
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By Sarah Cunnane | 03.02.2020
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By Doug Whiteman | 03.02.2020