How much can a landlord increase my rent in 2010?

The Ontario government has announced the maximum percentage by which a landlord will be able to raise the rent for most residential tenants (without approval from the Landlord and Tenant Board).

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For most people, buying a home is the most significant investment of their lives. Moreover, in spite of the doubt and confusion clouding both the financial markets and news headlines, there are many genuine real estate opportunities - especially for first-time buyers.

In general, prices are stable and historical data demonstrates that purchasing a home has proven a sound long-term financial investment. However, first-time homebuyers are often understandably anxious when it comes time to making the purchase. We have come up with a simple "do and don't" list to make the process easier for everyone dreaming of homeownership.

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If you are a first time home buyer (or know someone who wants to be one), let us help you take the process in hand!

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This "Two Minute Expert" video from This Old House maps out the pros, the cons, and what to expect from buying a fixer upper.

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The 2009 Coldwell Banker Home Price Comparison Index (HPCI) released today found that Vancouver, BC placed tenth on the North American most expensive list at almost 1.3 million dollars CDN, this also tops the 35 Canadian markets studied. PEI was narrowly edged out of the North American top ten most affordable markets.

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