Coronavirus is officially a global pandemic. Because of that it has disrupted the daily lives of people worldwide. Canada is no exception. Besides being a health crisis, it also has the potential to be a financial crisis. It has affected the stock market, employment and mortgage rates. Lower Government of Canada bond yields normally lead […]
Adulting isn’t easy. But when you hit your late 20s it gets even harder — especially when you decide that it’s time to buy your first home. There are certain factors that first-time home buyers need to consider when they embark on this journey. We’ve done some of the legwork for you, outlining what you
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Some say that owning a home nowadays is a liability rather than an investment. This belief may have stemmed from spending too much on home repairs and maintenance that are often not included in a homeowner’s insurance. However, this should not be something that new homeowners must worry about since there are tons of money-saving
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More than 100 million people rent their homes in the US. Just as the average salary varies from state to state, so do the average rental costs. In Hawaii, a family of four will pay $1,507 per month on average, whereas that same family in South Dakota would only pay $696. If you are a
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Working out your monthly budget is a difficult task for some households. The reality for many people is that they have just enough to get by and little or nothing to spend on luxuries. So thinking of unforeseen expenses like sudden home repairs is enough to prompt nightmares. So let’s help you avoid those expenses.
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What are you having for dinner tonight? Don’t you hate that question? After a long day, the last thing you want to do is figure out what to eat. The best way to avoid decision fatigue is to plan your meals ahead of time. But how do you do it on a budget? And what
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If you’re the type of person that wants to enjoy the outdoors without the hassle of traveling, then a patio cover is the perfect extension to your home. Patio covers are also a way to maintain your patio floors, walls and furniture so you can save on renovation and maintenance costs. There are various styles
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Being able to own tour own house is probably among the most significant milestones that you can ever get to realize in your lifetime. The house becomes the symbol of years of hard work, sacrifice, and, well, saving. Because of all those things, it is totally understandable that you would want to protect the property
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Sometimes Mom wants things we cannot afford, or she doesn’t clue us in on the things she would like. Sometimes she will even tell you not to worry about Mother’s Day. Trust me when I say, honor Mom on Mother’s Day. It doesn’t have to be a huge display but something that celebrates who she
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Whether you’re assisting your favorite graduate in setting up their new place or you simply want to congratulate your friends who just bought their first house, these housewarming gift ideas will be a welcome addition to any new home. Keep Them Warm Everyone needs throws and blankets  — they add coziness to every home. Why
