Understanding how capital gains tax works is crucial for any individual or investor in Canada. This tax is applicable when you sell an asset, such as stocks, real estate, or investments, at a profit. In this blog, we'll delve into the fundamentals of Canada's capital gains tax, its rates, exemptions, and essential considerations for taxpayers.

Canada's population has surpassed 40 million people in 2023, according to Statistics Canada. Canada has been experiencing a steady surge in its population over the past few decades, largely fueled by immigration and natural growth. This demographic shift has led to a significant impact on various aspects of Canadian society, one of the most notable being the housing market. In this blog we explore the relationship between Canada's growing population and its influence on Ontario's housing affordability.

Pickering, Ontario, has emerged as a rapidly growing city with a dynamic rental housing market. As an integral part of the GTA’s real estate landscape, Pickering has attracted both residents and investors due to its strategic location, diverse amenities, and accessibility to major transportation routes. In this blog, we will delve into the current state of Pickering’s rental housing market, with a specific focus on condominium rentals.

In recent years, Pickering has undergone a remarkable transformation, experiencing rapid population growth and becoming a beacon of job creation. In this blog, we will explore the factors contributing to Pickering’s exceptional development and how it has emerged as an attractive destination for both residents and businesses alike.

Major transformation is taking place in Pickering, a vibrant city in Southern Ontario. Set to become a major economic and cultural hub, the upcoming development of Pickering City Centre is a testament to the city's commitment to progress and growth.

For residential investors seeking promising opportunities, the city of Pickering stands out as a smart choice. Pickering offers a unique blend of economic, geographical, and lifestyle advantages that make it an attractive destination for real estate investment.

In an effort to cool down the housing market, the Federal and Provincial governments are implementing new taxes on real estate. Learn more about the Foreign Buyer's Tax and the Foreign Buyers Ban

There are two important dates to keep in mind as your pre-construction condos occupancy comes near. Often times people get confused about the differences between Occupancy and Final Closing. We break it down here.

As home prices have risen sharply in recent years, so has the amount of down payment assistance parents are willing to give their kids. A recent CIBC Capital Markets analysis revealed an increasing number of Canadian first-time home buyers, and even mover-uppers received “gifts” from their parents as a significant source of funding for their down payments.

​​Financial literacy is a critical part of understanding how to manage money and make sound financial decisions. It gives you essential life skills to save, grow, and protect your money. And like any skill, the earlier you learn, the more mastery you’ll acquire and, ultimately, the more wealth you’ll be able to accumulate. When it comes to money, there can be a lot of pressure on families to make the right decisions. For parents and carers, financial choices can sometimes have consequences that affect their loved ones. In this blog, we share financial literacy tips for parents: how to help your kids build a stable financial future.