Municipal governments are starting to put green standards in place for developers and builders to follow to help protect the planet. But will it really work?
It's never too early to start saving, especially if you have specific goals in mind. However, that can be easier said than done.
Different lenders offer mortgages to newcomers but they have different criteria and mortgage terms offered under different product names.
Inflation is hardly desirable in the best of times, but our current spike in inflation comes after a year of record highs in another area: household debt.
Thinking of building your own home instead of purchasing a resale home? This can be a great option as it allows for complete customization, however, costs can definitely add up.
When it comes to buying land, buyers should be aware of the various financing options available so they can make the best choice for them.
The most common age for someone to buy a home for the first time is in their 30s, however, there is no set age for everyone to accomplish this milestone.
In Canada, a conventional down payment is 20%. When a down payment below 20% is paid, this is considered a high ratio mortgage.
It may be particularly difficult to see what the future of real estate holds, but it is safe to say that investors should be careful as they enter the market due to specific conditions happening around the world, and in Canada.
Investing in residential real estate can be frustrating nowadays due to supply issues. That's why investors are looking into other sectors, including the commercial real estate.
Just like in 2012, some are predicting another housing crash in Toronto, however, it has yet to actually happen. But will it happen within the next 10 years?
Naturally, prices in markets fluctuate all the time, but a daily decrease in prices does not signal a crash. A crash will happen when there is a sudden and severe drop rather than a slow decrease.
You don't need thousands of dollars to begin your real estate investment journey, however, the more money you have, the more options will be available to you.
Contrary to what HGTV would have you believe, flipping a house is rarely glamorous or fun – at least not until the cheque clears. Paul Roussel provides a primer for flippers-to-be
Streetwise Mortgages' Dalia Barsoum outlines four financing traps investors should avoid when looking to leverage one of the most reliable strategies in real estate: buy-renovate-refinance-rent
Chad Griffiths explains how billboards can provide investors an additional stream of income that's as reliable as it is passive
This 599-unit condo development will be a great investment opportunity as the condo market makes a comeback.
Investment coaches Keith and Linda Perrin have facilitated dozens of real estate deals for investors looking to crack the US market. Their new training offering provides what many programs frequently ignore: personalized mentoring and the tools for creating a comprehensive business plan
Nam Ratna and his fellow co-founders launched Go Get It Real Estate to help empower real estate investors
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