A winter escape is a popular choice among many Canadians. With crossborder travel reopened, many snowbirds are eager to flock south again this winter. The Canadian Snowbird Association (CSA) estimated 30% of Canada’s more than one-million snowbirds vacationed for the winter in 2020/2021 and predicted that number increased to about 90% during the 2021/2022 season. With so many Cana...Read More

A winter escape is a popular choice among many Canadians. With crossborder travel reopened, many snowbirds are eager to flock south again this winter. The Canadian Snowbird Association (CSA) estimated 30% of Canada’s more than one-million snowbirds vacationed for the winter in 2020/2021 and predicted that number increased to about 90% during the 2021/2022 season. With so many Cana...Read More

Many Canadians are facing a jump in mortgage payments right now or at renewal. We spoke to experts about how to manage the financial squeeze.   Photo by Monstera Production from Pexels   With 10 interest rate hikes since March 2022 and most mortgages facing renewal by 2026, a lot of Canadian home owners are staring down steep increases in their mortgage payments. At...Read More

    Ring in the Holidays: The Ultimate December Event Guide Tis the season to discover the magic of the Greater Toronto Area! As we welcome the snowflakes and festive lights, December in the Greater Toronto Area transforms our neighborhoods into winter wonderlands. Whether you're a long-time resident or considering making this vibrant area your home, join me in this blog series d...Read More

Once your offer to purchase has been accepted, your financing has been approved and a closing date has been set, you might breathe a sigh of relief. But there’s another important step before you take possession: preparing and transferring the title to your home. When a real estate lawyer—or a notary, in Quebec—starts working on the title, several tricky issues can come up. But n...Read More

  Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland said the new Canadian Mortgage Charter is “one of the most important things” contained in the Fall Economic Statement. (Evan Mitsui/CBC - image credit) In the Fall Economic Statement (FES), the Liberal government unveiled an initiative it calls the Canadian Mortgage Charter. According to the statement, ...Read More

Investment income is subject to tax in Canada, including in some tax-sheltered accounts. Find out more about how passive income is taxed.   Photo by Pixabay from Pexels Passive income generally includes interest, dividends, rental income and capital gains. These income sources may be subject to different tax rates depending on your income level, province or territory of r...Read More

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