First-Time Buyers Resources
First-Time Buyer Hub
Buying your first place and don't know where to start? We've got you covered with tips and advice for first-timers. Feel free to browse through the options below, or click here for an easy-to-navigate list of all our first-time buyers resources.
First-Time Buyers Resources
30-year mortgage amortization: the great debate
The recent decision to allow 30-year mortgage amortizations for first-time buyers had gotten a lot of press. But is it right for you?
Glossary of Real Estate Terms
As a first-time buyer, we know that making sense of all the acronyms, buzzwords, and terminology you come across can be a challenge. So we’ve compiled the following list of terms, along with an explanation of their meaning, to help you better understand the first-time buyer content on our blog.
Saving up for your down payment – 20 smart strategies
You CAN save enough for a down payment. It just takes a few smart strategies – and a lot of motivation.
Rent or buy?
Should you keep renting or is it time to buckle down and buy your own place? Here are 5 questions to help you decide.
Government incentives for first-time buyers
A few government incentives and exemptions that could save you thousands of dollars.
Let’s talk about maintenance fees
Maintenance fees, also known as condo fees, are a monthly cost every condo owner is responsible for, above and beyond the mortgage and taxes. Here’s what you need to know.