There are many professionals you’ll encounter during the purchase and sale of your home, the top of the list typically includes your REALTOR® and a real estate lawyer.

Real estate lawyers are responsible for ensuring the transaction is in your best interest and clear of any legal issues. They help stickhandle everything from leading the title search and registration process, providing title insurance, and drawing up mortgage documents, to prepping the deed and statement of adjustments, and ultimately handing you the keys to your new home. 

We spoke with a real estate lawyer to get...

Downsizing to a smaller home is a big – and often – emotional decision. Maybe you’re moving to a smaller home because of a life transition. Or maybe you looked around and realized you have more space than you need.

Downsizing has plenty of benefits, but it can be a lot of work. Use our 10 tips to downsize your home and make the process smoother.

What Is Downsizing?

Downsizing is the process of moving to a smaller home. You may be moving to a smaller house, from a house to an apartment or condo or moving from your home into a tiny home or RV.

Common Reasons for...

I no longer qualify for a mortgage on my pre-construction property. What are my options?

Experts say you have options to get around not qualifying for a mortgage after putting a down payment on a pre-con — including finding a co-signer.

High interest rates and a softening real estate market have left many purchasers of pre-construction homes financially under water at closing time.

Those who bought pre-construction homes when interest rates were at rock bottom might struggle to get a mortgage now, thanks to higher interest rates, a softening real estate market and more...

Christmas is surely the most wonderful time of the year but what should be done with your home décor after the holidays? Winter takes on a different meaning depending on where you call home. However, some strategic winter décor ideas can help create a cozy interior regardless of the weather outside. And especially for those in colder climates, the landscape outside might be frigid, but your home can surely be warm and inviting. Read more to find some of the best winter décor ideas that will help you spice up things inside!

Winter Decor Ideas Do’s & Don’ts

Winter Home...

The holiday season gives most people the feels – “most” being the operative word. It’s important to keep this in mind when selling your home during the festive season. It’s easy to go overboard. (If you’re not sure what we mean, watch the notorious house-lighting scene from National Lampoons Christmas Vacation for a reminder). An open house is a great opportunity to welcome eager homebuyers and show off your home in all its warm, wonderful glory. Here are some tips to stage your home for a sale, while keeping it tasteful.

Light it Up

First, make sure all the...

You're young at heart, body and soul - and you love to see the world! However, older generations should always take extra precautions prior to heading off on a travel adventure. These tips will help ensure you have covered all the bases in preparation for your travels!

         Pre-planning for vacation:

• Research your destination. Getting familiar with what to expect in terms of climate, culture and language will better prepare you and make the world of a difference in your travel experience! It's always a good idea to purchase a travel guidebook for all your...

Retiring from the workforce can be a chance to reconnect with your greatest passions and most important goals—it all depends on what you choose to do in your retirement. You can try new experiences, develop new skills, and devote more time to the people and hobbies you love. It's all up to you.

As a retiree, you no longer have to deal with work-related deadlines; you are free to have fun and do what you want, on your own terms. Plus, even though your income might be lower than it was when you were working full-time, you can take advantage of a huge array of senior discounts, and you may...

Multiple generations living under one roof is becoming increasingly common.

Over the past 20 years, housing prices in Canada have increased at double the rate of income growth. As a result, a growing number of Canadian households are grappling with housing affordability.

Today, 10 per cent of Canadian households are spending at least 30 per cent of their pretax income on housing.

At the same time, the share of multigenerational households has also increased by 45 per cent — more than any other family living arrangement. Most of these multigenerational households include...