HUGE NEWS for First-Time Home Buyers in Canada!

General Angela Calla 28 May

The federal government just dropped a game-changer—and it’s effective May 27, 2025! Up to $50,000 GST rebate is now available for new homes up to $1.5 million — and yes, that includes pre-sales and new builds!  What This Means for YOU as a First-Time Buyer:  100% GST Rebate if your new home is priced at […]

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First-Time Home Buyer in BC? Here’s What You Need to Know!

General Angela Calla 28 May

First-Time Home Buyer in BC? Here’s What You Need to Know! (And yes — you may still qualify even if you haven’t owned a home in the last 4 years or have gone through a spousal separation and lived apart for 90+ days.) We’ve put together a list of the latest first-time home buyer incentives […]

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May Newsletter

General Angela Calla 7 May

Welcome to the May issue of my monthly newsletter! Welcome to May! Hard to believe we’re already a third of the way into 2025. The Stanley Cup Playoffs are in full swing, and hockey fans across Canada are hoping this is the year the Cup finally comes home. Is your team still in the hunt? […]

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The Bank of Canada holds rates steady in the face of tariff uncertainty

General Angela Calla 16 Apr

Bank of Canada Holds Rates Steady In The Face Of Tariff Uncertainty–More Rate Cuts Coming The Bank of Canada held its benchmark interest rate unchanged at 2.75% at today’s meeting, as expected by half of the market, to mark the first hold following 225 basis points of cuts in seven consecutive decisions. The governing council noted […]

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Buying a Property on Leased Land vs. Fee Simple: What You Need to Know

General Angela Calla 16 Apr

When purchasing real estate, most people assume they’re buying the land and the home together. That’s called fee simple ownership, and it’s the most common form of property ownership in Canada. However, in some areas—especially near waterfronts, on First Nations land, or in resort communities—you might come across homes built on leased land. So what […]

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February 2025 Newsletter

General Angela Calla 1 Apr

Welcome to the February issue of my monthly newsletter! This month, I have all the details for you around second mortgages and understanding if they are right for you! Plus, scroll down for some spring-cleaning tips as we start to shake off the winter dust! Understanding Second Mortgages: Are They Right for You? One of […]

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April 2025 Newsletter

General Angela Calla 1 Apr

Welcome to the April issue of my monthly newsletter! Spring has sprung for most Canadians (sorry about your luck Alberta) and along with the ever-present trusted mortgage content, this month I have some gardening inspo for anyone that wants to flex their green thumb this year. Enjoy! Variable-Rate Mortgages: What You Should Know Shakespeare might […]

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