Understanding Insured Mortgages in Canada: A Guide for Homebuyers
Understanding Insured Mortgages in Canada: A Comprehensive Guide for First-Time Homebuyers Introduction Buying a home is an exciting milestone. However, understanding the complexities of mortgages, especially for first-time homebuyers, can be challenging. A common term you’ll encounter is “insured mortgage.” In this guide, we’ll explain what this means and how it impacts your homebuying journey. […]
Mastering Mortgage Rates in Canada: A Comprehensive Guide to Influences and Trends Affecting Your Home Loan
Understanding the Key Factors Impacting Homeownership Costs Understanding the factors that influence Canadian mortgage rates is crucial for homeowners and prospective buyers alike. In this comprehensive guide, we delve into the key determinants shaping the borrowing landscape in Canada, and subsequently, in Montréal. From government bonds and energy prices to the intricate ties with the […]
A Guide to Unlocking the Benefits of Canada’s Tax-Free First Home Savings
Unlocking Homeownership Dreams: An In-Depth Look at Canada’s First Home Savings Account (FHSA) In the 2022 budget, the Canadian government introduced a new tax-free savings tool to help Canadians save for their first home. Scheduled to roll out in April 2023, the First Home Savings Account (FHSA) is aimed at making it easier and more […]
Unlock The Hidden Potential Of Your Home: 7 Strategic Upgrades To Maximize Your Property Value
7 Home Upgrades That Boost Your Property Value: Expert Tips from Montreal Real Estate Agents One of the best ways to increase the value of a property is through strategic home upgrades. Upgrades not only make your property more enjoyable to live in, but they can also help it stand out in a competitive market […]
15-minute cities, what are they?
We recently asked ChatGPT to explain what a ’15 minute city’ is, and what are the benfits/drawbacks. Here is how it responded. The concept of 15-minute cities has gained popularity in recent years as a way to make cities more sustainable, livable, and equitable. A 15-minute city is a city where all essential services and […]
7 Tips for Making a Competitive Offer in Montreal’s Cooling Real Estate Market
How to Make the Most of Montreal’s Cooling Real Estate Market: 7 Tips for Competitive Offers Throughout the past few years, the Montreal real estate market has been extremely hot, with prices of single family homes increasing 59% between January 2017 and January 2022.* However, with some economic downturn and rising mortgage rates, the market […]