Rent
NewRenting in Alberta? Don’t Assume Your Lease Becomes Month-to-Month
An Alberta fixed-term lease can end without notice. Learn how renewal differs from Ontario and BC, and what to check before your lease expires.
· 5 min read
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What’s happening with housing in Canada, and what it means for renting, buying and the cost of having a home.
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Market
NewAre Home Prices Up or Down? Both Headlines Can Be True.
Conflicting housing headlines can both be right. Learn how averages, benchmarks and sales mix differ, and what to check for your own home search.
· 6 min read
Life at Home
NewWhat Is a Second Bedroom Actually Worth?
Is a second bedroom worth the extra cost? Explore how renting or buying more space changes your budget, daily life and room for future plans.
· 7 min read
Buy
NewThe Lowest Rate Isn't the Cheapest Mortgage
Compare insured and uninsured mortgages in Canada: how a lower rate can cost more once insurance premiums, tax and five-year interest are included.
· 9 min read
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