When you own multiple properties there are strategies to help save on capital gains taxes What if you and your spouse got married only to find out that your careers would take you to different parts of the country? To keep your careers going, you find a solution that includes living in separate houses, each located…
Drake’s plans for a Bridle Path mansion were just approved by Toronto’s Committee of Adjustments There’s been a lot of promises about Americans moving to Canada (mostly in retaliation should Donald Trump actually win the race for the U.S. Presidency). But a few celebs appear to really love our good ol’ Northern lights Canuck ways, Trump or…
Higher home prices and lower interest rates lead us to wonder—has housing affordability actually changed? Housing prices are much higher today, but interest rates are significantly lower. So, has housing affordability actually changed? To appreciate the impact of inflation let’s take a look at, as an example, the cost of homes today versus 10 or 20 years…
4 rules that help reduce the risks that come with buying a pre-construction condo or home (Getty Images / Ron Chapple) No one would blame you if you had a sudden case of cold-feet when faced with buying a pre-construction condo, townhome or single-family detached home these days. The sudden collapse and current legal entanglement…
Make a few simple changes to spread seeds better Planning a few changes to your garden this year? Then consider helping pollinators, such as bees, hummingbirds, moths and butterflies. With a few simple changes you can attract these necessary birds and insects and help spread the seed.
Your home can be an effective tax shelter, but other forms of real estate can attract capital gains taxes. Here’s what you need to know
Start by decluttering and downsizing Want to make your child’s room look its best? Arrange My Space host, Barbara Brock, offers tips on how to cage the clutter and bring out the cute in any child’s bedroom. While Brock uses an example of a little girl’s room, the principles can apply to any room: minimize overstimulation,…
Despite the proliferation of information regarding mortgages, there’s still a lot of confusion about what’s the best deal. Today we’ll examine whether or not a fixed or a variable rate mortgage is right for you. Part 2: Variable Vs. Fixed When choosing the best mortgage you’ll need to decide between a variable or fixed rate…
There are legal ways to avoid paying capital gains tax
Pooling your money to buy into a syndicated mortgage is a risky investment Q: I’m a long-time MoneySense reader, and find your investment/financial advice and articles always very useful. I’m in my late 30’s, have an owner-occupied triplex, a cash reserve, and a good portfolio of ETF’s. I’m concerned about the potential overvaluation in the stock…