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Today’s Daunting Duo

The combination of high interest rates AND the mortgage stress test can make it challenging to qualify for mortgage financing. What Is the Mortgage Stress Test? The Canadian Government designed the mortgage stress test to protect borrowers in case interest … Continue reading

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Ontario Helping First-Time Homebuyers!

Doubling the Rebate on Land-Transfer Tax Ontario is doubling the rebate on the land-transfer tax for first-time homebuyers to $4,000, but is increasing the same tax on homes that sell for over $2 million. The government says half of first-time … Continue reading

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New Ideas for a New Year: Become Your Own Mortgage Lender!

Did 2012 boost your confidence in investing? If you’re a savvy investor and have the time to monitor your (mortgage) investment on a daily basis, then the strategy of becoming your own mortgage lender could be a sensible option for … Continue reading

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