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← Curating the web to find the most interesting and helpful information about your money.

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Did you know?

Nine out of 10 homeowners who bought a home in the last three years say they were unprepared for the extra costs of maintaining and financing their property, according to a survey by Real Estate Witch.

Which costs were more expensive than people originally expected →

Word of the week

Closing Costs

The expenses associated with "closing" a real estate purchase, including legal and administrative fees, are known as closing fees. These fees are not included in the purchase price of the home.

An overview of mortgage closing costs in Canada →

Budgeting

Unexpected Costs That New Home Buyers in Canada Frequently Forget

  • Property/Land Transfer Tax
  • Property Tax
  • Insurance
  • Home Inspection
  • GST/HST
  • Legal Fees
Neontra makes it easy to create a custom budget, so you can spend less time worrying about your money →

Quote of the week

"Balancing your money is the key to having enough."

- Elizabeth Warren

Infographic of the week

In 15 big Canadian cities, more than 50% of homes sell for at least $1 million.

Beyond conventional criteria — such as a $1 million+ price tag, spaciousness, lavish decor, and a prime location — lie deeper insights into the fabric of the markets that showcase Canada’s most expensive homes for sale.

In 15 big Canadian cities, more than 50% of homes sell for at least $1 million. Check out the 15 large cities where 50% to 80.5% of homes for sale cost at least $1 million →

Investing

How To Invest In Real Estate By Miranda Marquit

There are an endless variety of ways to invest in real estate, from taking out a home mortgage to building a property empire that spans the country. While the latter is probably out of reach for most of us, there’s no shortage of other options.

Here are five strategies for adding real estate exposure to your investments →

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