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Whether your dream home includes a big back yard for your dog and garage for hobbies, a city view, or something else in between, this is your source for information and advice about the path to owning your own humble abode. To learn more about our mortgage offerings, start by choosing your nearest credit union location.

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Renting vs. buying

There are pros and cons to both renting and owning, so we ran some numbers to give you a better idea of what each option means for your finances.

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What I wish I knew as a first time homebuyer

Making the leap into homeownership comes with big rewards and big responsibilities.

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Home sweet home: Is buying right for you?

With younger Atlantic Canadians forging their own unique paths and ditching age-old traditions, now is the time to ask: Is owning always better than renting?

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Rate Increases 101

What do the recent interest rate increases mean for you and your wallet?

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To renovate or relocate? That is the question

If you're spending more time at home than usual, you may be wondering how to maximize the space you have or if you should find a bigger spot altogether.

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Real estate as a retirement plan

Having a plan for your money is key to your retirement.

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5 things your bank won’t tell you about getting a mortgage

Thinking about making the leap to homeownership? Here are a few tips to make your journey even easier.

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How to ace the mortgage stress test

With a little preparation, you can get top marks on your mortgage stress test when the time comes to buying your first home.

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Consider this before buying your first home

A few things you should know about Canada's First-Time Home Buyer Incentive and what it means for you.

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Buying rural vs. urban

One of the upsides to living in Atlantic Canada is having the choice to live in either a vibrant city or town or a beautiful rural setting.

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Buying a home on your own

Just because you live alone doesn’t mean you’re destined to rent for the rest of your life (unless that’s what you’re into).

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How to save for a down payment when you’re drowning in student debt

The thing they don’t always tell you in school? That debt can stick around long after you’ve locked in your first paid gig.

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Anatomy of an interest rate

Interest rate. A term you’ve probably heard and likely have a general understanding of. But what exactly is an interest rate? And how is it calculated?

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Hidden costs of buying a home

If you need a little help getting started buying a home, we’ve complied a helpful checklist to help you do just that.

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Tips for saving for a down payment

Before you can even think about where the couch should go and what colour to paint the walls, how the heck do you manage that down payment?

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Buying condo vs. house

What should you consider when buying a condo or house?

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How to afford a vacation home

Ever wonder how people afford vacation homes? Let's make that vacation last a little longer.

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Three questions you should be asking your contractor

Thinking about renovations? Find out what you should be asking before getting started.

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Real Talk: How to avoid being house poor

With a little advice and real talk, we’re hoping to help you avoid being house poor.

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Five ways to pay off your mortgage quicker

Buying a home is most likely the single largest purchase you will ever make in your life. But your mortgage doesn't have to be a life sentence.

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Local financing for local homes

Whether it’s your first house, a summer cottage, or a retirement condo, buying a home is a milestone event and a significant accomplishment.

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