What Canada’s New GST Relief for First-Time Home Buyers Means for Buyers and Sellers

There has been a major rule change from the Government of Canada that could make it easier for some first-time buyers to get into the market — and it could also create new opportunities for sellers, especially in the new-construction space. The new First-Time Home Buyers’ GST/HST Rebate eliminates t

Title Insurance in Canada: What It Is, Why It Matters, and How It Protects Homeowners

Title Insurance in Canada: What It Is, Why It Matters, and How It Protects Homeowners By Steve Throndson When people buy a home in Canada, they usually expect to hear about mortgages, home inspections, property taxes, and home insurance. What often surprises people is hearing about title insurance n