With lower interest rates available in the mortgage market, some Canadians might be considering a move or refinance. Here's what to know about penalties for breaking a mortgage.

Sidelined homebuyers might wonder if now is the right time to get back into the housing market after the Bank of Canada's interest rate cut. Here's what experts say to consider.

Weighing whether to add an inspection condition to your offer? Here's what to expect from the process, and how it could impact one of the biggest financial decisions of your life.

Assuming a mortgage from a seller can be a path for buyers to get a foothold in the housing market at a lower rate. Here's what to know about the niche strategy.

The first home savings account is a 'must-have' for would-be homebuyers trying to break into the housing market, one expert says. Here's how to make the most of it.

Gearing up to sell your home in the spring market? Here are the costs and staging tips that first-time sellers ought to keep in mind.

Can you buy a home without help from parents? It's a difficult prospect in some of Canada's biggest markets, but experts say there are ways to maximize your savings.

Homeowners and prospective buyers might be feeling stuck with higher interest rates boxing them out of the mortgage market. Here's what experts are saying.

Should your first property be urban, suburban or rural? Here's what to know about how costs and lifestyle can vary depending on where and what kind of home you buy.

Buying a home comes down to more than just the downpayment and the mortgage costs. Here's what to know about closing fees and and rebates available to first-time homebuyers.