5 Best Cities to Live in Canada to Ride Out a Recession
By reviewing economic and non-economic factors, we get a list of the best cities in Canada to live in when going through a recession.
Homebuying in Canada: Tips for Newcomers
Purchasing your first property in Canada as a newcomer can be complex. but with proper planning and research you can make the dream a reality.
Should Parents Help Kids Buy a Home?
The most compelling argument in favour of helping your kids buy a home: Houses are much less affordable now than they were when you bought your first home.
Using Your Home as Part of Your Retirement Plan
On average, working Canadians typically retire at age 63; by all accounts, most of these newly retired people have about $1 million in retirement savings. But is that enough? A recent report shows Canadians now believe they need between $1.4 and $1.7 million in savings to comfortably retire. For Canadians looking to top up their…
Tax Tips for Homeowners + Tax Checklist
Canadian homeowners can use their residence to help reduce the tax paid + a basic tax checklist to help file your tax return on time.
How Homeowners Are Reducing Taxes Owed to IRS
What the average American pays in income tax each year can vary widely based on income, tax deductions, credits, and other factors. However, data from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), the average federal income tax rate for all taxpayers was 14.5% in the 2018 tax year (the most recent data available). Additionally, many states also…
10 Reasons for Buying a Home (It’s not just about the money!)
Buying a home isn’t about finances but the desire for stability. Here are the top 10 reasons.
What is the Capital Gains Plus 1 Rule and Its Tax Implications?
The capital gains plus 1 rule helps property owners shelter more of the profit earned on a property sale.
Impact of Tax on Our Earnings + How to Reduce Capital Gains Tax
In order to reduce or eliminate tax owed we need to understand how each type of tax is triggered (+ 5 tips to reduce taxes)
How to Pay Less Real Estate Commission
3 ways to reduce how much real estate commission you pay