One of the most common questions that adults ask themselves is whether they should rent or buy the property that they’ll live in. The answer to this question will depend upon what your needs and expectations are, as well as what your current financial situation looks like. So should you be getting ready to take […]

Searching for a new home can be a challenge, and it can often be stressful, even though you want it to be an enjoyable experience. You might be worried about what you can afford, you might not know which mortgage to choose, or you might simply not know where to start with all the options […]

Buying your first home can be an exciting and fulfilling process, but it can also be stressful and hectic, especially if you’re not properly prepared. The “learn as you go along” approach doesn’t work too well with home buying, as what seems to be a slight surprise or setback could wind up costing you thousands […]

High rise living. Being close to everything you could possibly need. No more commutes and traffic jams. These things are certainly wonderful to think about, right? No wonder people are snatching up condos in Montreal. The best Montreal condos are now occupied but you can still find a few gems if you look hard enough. […]

Australian property investors want to build a property portfolio that will help them reach their goal of financial freedom. They do their best to make confident decisions when it comes to purchasing or selling property. However, many property vendors and buyers have been burned, following the slowdown of Australia’s ‘hot’ property market. This is due […]

While it was home buyers who endured a torrid 2015 amid spiralling property prices and a crippling lack of supply, vendors may well begin to feel the pinch in the year ahead. The reason for this is simple, as the market’s pronounced growth has evolved to the point where existing prices cannot be sustained. This […]

For the first time since the Great Recession, mortgage lenders are trying harder to let low- and moderate-income renters realize the American dream of homeownership. In particular, leading online lending facilitator Personal Lending Group can connect prospective borrowers with two exciting new loan programs, Fannie Mae’s HomeReady, and Freddie Mac’s Home Possible Advantage. The programs […]

A buoyant housing market in some parts of the UK means that deposits have risen by 88% since 2007, according to a survey carried out by the Halifax Building a Society and published in the International Business Times. This means that for many potential first time buyers the average cost of a deposit is around […]

It’s the old bait and switch.  Dealers tempt you with the sticker price of a vehicle but after all of the ‘hidden’ prices are piled on, you’re looking at an entirely new number.  It’s important to steer clear of surprises when buying a car, or at least know what you’ll have to factor in on […]

Your budget doesn’t necessarily have to take a hit because you’re buying a home. It is understandable that your mortgage remains one of the most expensive investments you had ever made in your life. People generally invest in a house only when they are “ready”—when they think that they will be able to pay off […]

Selling your home doesn’t need to be a long, laborious process – there’s always a quicker way to do things. Check out the tips below to get started: When selling a property most people will tell you to expect the process to drag on for a good few months while the estate agents faff around […]