Most people who own a home are happy that they do so. However, there’s no avoiding the fact that it can be stressful from time to time. That’s something that all homeowners can agree on. While it’s generally considered better to own rather than rent, there are upsides to renting — chiefly, that you remove…

Image  Buying a new home is an exciting time in our lives. We have the opportunity to grow and change our lifestyle, and find a house that has all of the essential features we need.  When buying a house there are a lot of things to think about such as the stamp duty, getting a…

So you want to buy a new house? That’s great! The three-bedroom terrace in a cul-de-sac? Or a penthouse with city views? Isn’t it exciting to be moving into a new home? Wait. Not all smooth sailing? You’re sick of paying so much for a house, you say? We get it. After all, paying for…

Buying a home is a process that tends to be quite expensive. But if you want to approach it in a frugal way and save yourself some money, it’s certainly possible to do that as well. We’re going to talk today about some of the things you might want to do in order to save…

Are you thinking about investing in a holiday home? This can be a smart decision, but you do need to be prepared for some of the challenges that you likely will encounter with this possibility. In this article, we’ll explore some of the issues as well as the key benefits that you’ll gain from this…

Real estate investing can be complicated, and the route to making money isn’t always simpe. However, there are things that you can do to put yourself on the right path and make sure you have the best chances for success. To get you started on the right foot, here are some of the best tips…

Climbing onto the property ladder isn’t always easy, especially for those who have been studying at college or paying rent. If you’re looking to buy your first home, here are some steps to take to maximize your chances of becoming a homeowner.  Image credit: https://www.pexels.com/photo/fashion-man-love-people-7937691/ Saving for a down payment Saving money can seem impossible…

When you want to live somewhere new, you might think that your options are limited to either buying or renting a property. However, what if you had the opportunity to build somewhere entirely new? Would you take that chance? Or would you rather buy somewhere that already exists? We look at the pros and cons…

I make a lot of “risky” life choices. I have generally thumbed my nose at the man for the vast majority of my life. A lot of privilege has let me do that, but let me tell you 2020 has been the year where I’ve been like, “oh… I see” in regards to the way…

Has my credit card ever been getting a workout this week. I always used to think the Danger Zone was those few days before or after you travel when money seems to stop mattering because you have to pick up this little thing and that little thing and why buy more groceries when you can…

I think the quickest way to lose your financial savvy swagger is to a sign a lease. Signing a lease always makes me feel so trapped. And the expenses! They just keep cropping up – surprise, this was a lie, surprise, you can only use this particular company here, surprise, surprise, surprise $$$$$$$$ This is…

According to a 2017 Royal Bank of Canada poll, 39 percent of millennials between the ages of 18 and 34 said they plan to put down some of their hard-earned money to purchase a new home within two years. Meantime, another 59 percent of millennials have already purchased their own homes. These millennials have employed — or plan to…

This week I learned I know nothing about buying houses. If you’re a regular reader, you know I’ve been waffling on the buy a house front for a few months now. I’ve even looked at a few. I thought I found the perfect, weird little fixer upper with a fireplace and a porch and a…

Getting ready to sell your home? Then now is the best time for you to roll up your sleeves so that you can get to work. Selling a home involves way more than just putting your property on the market and putting a “for sale” sign outside your door. You need to make sure that…

When you buy a home, it isn’t always with the intention to sell it. But, sometimes we want to move on to pastures new. And, if that is the case, you ideally want to make a profit. There are some things that you can do, that will give you a boost in your post-sale bank…

In a recent study conducted by the Associated Press, nearly 67 percent of Americans polled said they would struggle to come up with $1,000 extra dollars in the event an emergency. While coming up with extra money may be difficult, you will have to find a way to save if you are in the market…