VIDEO: Nail Pops and Your New Home Warranty
If you’ve ever purchased a new home you may already be familiar with these pesky little guys! If you’ve never seen one before this is what it’s all about:About a year after purchasing your new home, it’s possible that the heads of some nails may start to
TARION: What to Expect When Buying a New Home
By TarionPurchasing a new home is a big decision and can sometimes seem overwhelming. Finding the right location, size and finishes are all exciting parts of choosing the home that’s right for you, but there are many other important steps to consider.
VIDEO: Maintaining Your New Home with Tips from Tarion
As a new homeowner you might be unsure of what maintenance procedures you need to conduct and when. Not to worry! This Tarion educational video will guide you through each season discussing the importance of home maintenance, providing valuable tips and
Home Insurance - Protect Your Family
Congratulations! You're making the move from your family home to an exciting, new, adult lifestyle community. You've spent considerable time and effort in choosing the right community for you and the same consideration should be given to the insurance
Sealing the Deal
No one likes to make a purchase and then find out that there are hidden fees attached to the original price. This is especially true for a large purchase, like a new home. In truth, the extra costs associated with the purchase of a new home aren't hidden
Cutting Your Home Energy Costs
By Mark SalernoDid you know that you may be eligible for a 10 per cent refund on your Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) mortgage insurance premium if you use CMHC insured financing to purchase, build, or renovate your home to make it energy
Now or Later? Your Financial Strategy
Finances aren't something that everyone readily understands, but having a financial strategy is a necessity for a new homeowner. When money is tight, you have to be careful with every penny. You also want to think about how you can get ahead. Where
Scoring Big with Credit
Many of us have heard the terms credit report and credit score being thrown around, but before one can really understand what a credit score represents, it is important to first understand what it is based on. Credit, by definition, is borrowed money
What are Property Taxes?
Property tax. What is it and why do we have to pay it? If you own property, you are expected to pay a tax determined by the value of that property. And every year a number is provided that determines what percentage of your home's value you will be
Why Buy New?
You've decided that it's time to make the move to home ownership. You want to keep your options open and buy the home that's right for you. There are already so many decisions to make: location, size, mortgage broker, real estate agent. How do you decide