The federal government is introducing changes to its mortgage rules that are sure to help buyers, especially those entering the market for the first time. Effective Dec. 15, first-time homebuyers will be able to take advantage of a 30-year amortization…
An Ontario regulator has laid 124 new charges against a Toronto home builder for illegally building and selling homes. The Home Construction Regulatory Authority (HCRA) has accused Albion Building Consultant Inc. and its five business associates of constructing 40 new…
If you’ve decided to sell your home, it’s best to properly ready it for the market instead of listing it right away. This increases your chances of success when the ‘for sale’ sign goes up. Even then, certain factors can…
When buying or selling a home, it's critical to understand the difference between a conditional and firm offer. A conditional offer is a contract between a buyer and seller in which the sale of a house hinges on specific conditions.…
When buying your first home or next one, lenders expect you’re going to put some money toward the purchase price. This is the down payment. Your mortgage covers the rest. But how much are you required to put down? It…
The federal government is increasing the amount first-time buyers can withdraw from their registered retirement savings plan (RRSP) contributions in an effort to make homeownership easier. Canadians saving for a down payment on their first home, resale purchase or new…
The federal government is extending the amortization period on insured mortgages to 30 years for first-time homebuyers. The addition of five years will help more young Canadians to afford a monthly mortgage payment. Currently, if a down payment is less…
The Greater Toronto Area (GTA) is expected to surpass Vancouver as Canada’s most expensive housing market. This is according to Royal LePage’s latest survey in which the brokerage said it’s upgrading its national year-end home price forecast based on stronger…
Digital real estate platform Wahi has unveiled which condominium buildings in the Greater Toronto Area have the highest and lowest maintenance fees. The most expensive condos for fees can be found primarily in luxury buildings in downtown Toronto, with one,…
People who purchase and sell a property within a 365-day period may have to pay taxes on the profits of the sale. This is according to a new rule by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) that aims to deter residential…
Clare Tattersall
Sales Representative
Direct: 647.625.3282
Office: 416.762.8255
Email: clare@realtorontowest.com
Royal LePage Real Estate Services Ltd., Brokerage
2320 Bloor St. W., Toronto, ON M6S 1P2
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