For anyone looking to make your home more energy efficient, you’re in luck. The Government of Ontario recently announced the creation of a new program to help Ontarians improve the energy efficiency of their homes. The province is investing $100 million from the Ontario Green Investment Fund to provide rebates for homeowners who conduct […]
Category: Buying Real Estate
New down payment rule now in effect
If you’re in the market for a new home this spring, a recent change to the rules surrounding insured mortgages might affect you. The new rule came into effect on February 15, 2016 and will affect buyers shopping for homes with price tags over $500,000. Homebuyers will now have to put at least a 10 […]
What to do after you’ve found your dream home
One of life’s most exciting events is the purchase of a new home. Whether it’s your first or fifth time, buying a home is always a cause for celebration! It might feel like the hard part is over once you’ve signed on the dotted line but the to-do list is always a long one in […]
Are you ready to buy a home together?
With Valentine’s Day coming up this month, you might be thinking of making a big move with the one you love – moving in together, that is! Before you take this massive relationship leap and start picking out furniture, sit down with your sweetheart and have a serious discussion about what buying a home together […]
Should you put more money toward your mortgage payments this year?
Have some extra money and want to know whether you should put it toward your mortgage payments? Making prepayments on your mortgage could save you thousands of dollars over the years…just as long as your mortgage lender allows them. Here’s some information, courtesy of the Financial Consumer Agency of Canada, to help you make the best decision. A mortgage prepayment […]