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Category: Home Ownership, Renewals & Home Selling (6 posts)
4 Hidden Problems That Could Be Hurting Your Home Sale
March 24, 2026 | Posted by: Lorne Andrews
One of the biggest fears that home sellers have is that their property will end up on the real estate market for months on end. This is a nightmare for a number of reasons. First of all, having your h ...
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Why Inflation Is Cooling but Homeownership Still Feels Expensive in Canada
March 24, 2026 | Posted by: Lorne Andrews
If you have been watching the news, you have likely heard that inflation in Canada is coming down. That sounds like good news, especially for homeowners and buyers who have been under pressure from hi ...
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Canada's Rental Market Overview for 2025 and going into 2026
March 24, 2026 | Posted by: Lorne Andrews
Canada's rental market finally showed signs of breathing room in 2025. After several years of ultra-tight conditions, CMHC reports that vacancy rates rose across all major census metropolitan areas (C ...
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Why You Need an Emergency Fund And How to Get One
March 24, 2026 | Posted by: Lorne Andrews
Building an emergency fund is something most people know they should do but few actually get around to doing. A recent study found that nearly two-thirds of Americans did not have an emergency fund, a ...
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Should You Pay Off Your Mortgage Early?
March 24, 2026 | Posted by: Lorne Andrews
It's a dream to be able to pay off your mortgage early, but is there a downside? While it sounds like a great idea, there are some factors to consider before doing so. This article will ex ...
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Home Selling Season is Around the Corner: Tips to Get Ready
April 17, 2020 | Posted by: Lorne Andrews
Home selling season is rapidly approaching. In most cases, spring is the top time to sell a home. One reason spring is the top-selling season is that home buyers align their moving schedule with their ...
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