UNDERSTANDING CHANGES TO THE CAPITAL GAIN TAX

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The 2024 federal budget recently announced a change to the capital gains tax, which caused concern for Canadians who own multiple properties. While the Liberal government has indicated that the new plan is aimed at the wealthy and that 99.87…

SPRING PROJECTS TO PERK UP YOUR PATIO

With spring in full swing and gardening projects on your mind as you hunker down at home, it’s time to start thinking about enjoying the patio again. A few small projects can take that dull, blank space and turn it into a patio with panache. 1.…

HELP (AND HOPE) FOR FIRST-TIME HOME BUYERS

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The recent federal budget announced several plans to tackle the housing and affordability crisis. Several initiatives were included to assist first-time homebuyers in saving and affording a house in the current market climate. Other plans to…

THE IMPACT OF CANADIAN ECONOMIC TRENDS ON THE IMPACT OF CANADIAN MORTGAGE RATES: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

Navigating the world of mortgages can sometimes feel like trying to predict the weather in Canada: just when you think you’ve got it figured out, things change. But unlike the weather, understanding the economic factors that influence mortgage…

MUST-HAVE TIPS FOR REMODELLING YOUR KITCHEN

Remodeling a kitchen requires a lot of effort (and cash). Avoid making costly mistakes with these expert tips for every aspect of your design – from islands to floor plans and everything in between. 1. PLAN THE SPACE. Even in big kitchens,…

SOLVING THE HOUSING CRISIS BY REIMAGINING THE HOME

It’s no secret that the shortage of housing in Canada is at a critical point. Despite the attention this has garnered in the last few years, the truth is that this problem has been developing for decades. As the population grew, so did the…