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Is Canada’s housing market in a bubble?

Posted on May 12, 2015 by tracyirwin

Talk about varying opinions. The Globe and Mail’s real estate reporter Tamsin McMahon analyses seven ways the Canadian housing market is measured – and explains why some assessments are better than others. “Is Canada’s housing market in a bubble? The … Continue reading →

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Five Tools of the Trade for You!

Posted on May 1, 2013 by tracyirwin

Contemplating the purchase of a home – and making the largest financial decision of your life – is enough to make even the toughest super hero weak in the knees. Fear not! Here are 5 tools of the trade that … Continue reading →

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Breaking the Bank | Breaking the Rules

Posted on March 13, 2013 by tracyirwin

Is it ever okay NOT to have your own down payment when buying a home? Yes, but only if you, the borrower is well-qualified, can prove you are better off owning than renting, and have sufficient potential resources to cope … Continue reading →

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