If you’re thinking about buying a home, it’s important to first determine how much you can comfortably afford to spend. Before granting you a loan, your financial institution will take...
By Dwelly No matter what context it comes up in, the question of buying a condo in Toronto is always underscored by the inquisitive follow up: “but is now a...
Buying a home is a huge undertaking and likely the largest financial investment you’ll make throughout your lifetime. That’s why nesto has compiled this special guide to help ensure teachers...
Selecting a mortgage rate and product that’s right for you involves a lot of background work based on your short- and long-term needs, financial state and credit situation, to name...
Your mortgage payment consists of two main components: 1) Principal and 2) Interest. Together, they make up the money you’re obligated to hand over to your lender every month to...
For more than 18 months, the COVID-19 pandemic has held the world hostage and the toll has been heavy. For many industries, survival remains to be seen. The housing market...
Despite a global pandemic and a year of social distancing, the most populous area in Canada is still one of the most expensive, with Toronto real estate prices second only...
The Canadian real estate market continues to thrive following the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic as Canadians focus on working and learning from home. Foregoing the daily commute has been...
We all have those items we keep around the house – everywhere from the garage to the basement to the attic – even though we have no use for them,...
Canada is filled with beautiful places to live and work from coast to coast, yet there’s no doubt that affordability varies considerably between cities and even provinces. We took a...
There’s no doubt that 2020 was a confusing year in more ways than one. After all, many Canadians worked from home for the first time. So, that means there are...
Credit checks are performed by companies looking into your creditworthiness for a large variety of reasons – everything from applying for a new credit card or job to buying a...
While new real estate listings come available daily, finding the right property that meets both your functional needs and your budget is not always straightforward. You may find a house...
The renting vs owning debate has played out in your head. You’re ready to take the plunge and qualify for a first-time home buyer loan. You have a down payment...
If we learn from experience, we know that sometimes life doesn’t go as expected – a notion recently underpinned by the COVID-19 pandemic. No matter the preparing and projecting we...
Defined as a thin sphere of liquid enclosing air or another gas, a bubble is also used to describe a good or fortunate situation that’s isolated from reality or unlikely...
Buying a home is a huge deal and one of the largest financial commitments you’ll ever make. Purchasing title insurance is an important step in the homebuying process as it...
For more than 18 months, the COVID-19 pandemic has held the world hostage and the toll has been heavy. For many industries, survival remains to be seen. The housing market...
Despite a global pandemic and a year of social distancing, the most populous area in Canada is still one of the most expensive, with Toronto real estate prices second only...
The Canadian real estate market continues to thrive following the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic as Canadians focus on working and learning from home. Foregoing the daily commute has been...
Everyone wants to get top dollar for their home. It’s important to do everything you can to ensure your real estate appraiser gives your home a high value appraisal if...
If your mortgage term is coming up for renewal, you’ll have to negotiate a new mortgage before the old one expires. While your existing lender is required to send you...
There are several reasons why you may consider refinancing your mortgage. The most popular ones include taking equity out of your home to consolidate debt, fund renovations, or purchase another...