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    Illustration weighing renting against buying a home in Ontario, comparing cost, flexibility, and building equity.

    Buying real estate

    Rent vs. buy: What you need to know

    The age old question - to rent or to buy? In this post, we breakdown the pros and cons of renting and buying a property to help you determine which option is best for you.

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    Samantha King

    Content writer

    Illustration comparing a condo and a house in Ontario across ownership, cost, maintenance, amenities, and parking.

    Buying real estate

    Condo vs. House: What you should know

    When you decide to apprach the real estate market looking to buy, it's important to develop a plan. In that plan, you should determine the property type you're looking to purchase as they each have their own pros, cons, and distinguishing features. In this article, we compare 2 of the most common property types directly - houses and condos.

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    Joel Fox

    Co-founder and COO

    Illustration representing the taxes that apply when buying a home in Ontario, including land transfer tax and HST.

    Buying real estate

    Taxes applicable to a home purchase

    As with most transactions in Ontario, paying tax is a necessary part of the process. The tax you pay depends on a number of factors, such as whether you are the buyer or the seller, a resident of Canada or not, the cost of the home purchased, along with other determinants. Learn more about these costs and avoid any unwelcome surprises come closing day.

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    Benjamin Berry

    Co-founder & principal lawyer

    5 Interior Design Trends to Consider for Your New Home

    Buying real estate

    5 interior design trends to consider for your new home

    Get excited because it's time to pick some new furniture! Whether you're looking to furnish a home you just purchased, or just in the mood for some redecorating, here are 5 design trends to be aware of when picking out your new furniture.

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    Samantha King

    Content writer

    Illustration of a person peering through binoculars with percentage signs in the lenses, representing the search for the best mortgage rate.

    Home finance

    How to find the best mortgage rate

    Finding a good mortgage rate can be a challenge. There are a number of different options to consider and there is no one-size-fits-all type solution. To help you through the process, here are some tips on what you can do to help you find the best mortgage rate.

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    Liam Seston

    Content writer

    Illustration for a guide to quickly adding value to a property before selling, from cleaning to upgrading key rooms.

    Selling real estate

    How to quickly add value to a property before selling

    Ensure you get top dollar for your next property sale by carefully considering these critical steps. Oftentimes, putting in a little more effort can result in a significant difference later on. Don't miss out on your price target by failing to pay attention to these key areas you may not suspect.

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    Joel Fox

    Co-founder and COO

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