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RBC Poll: Home Buying Intentions Gaining Momentum

Mar 10, 2010 12:49 -

A recent Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) poll showed that homebuying momentum in Canada continues to gain momentum with the portion of Canadians who are likely to purchase a home within the next two years rising to 10%.
This data is according to the 17th Annual RBC Homeownership Study; it shows that younger Canadians, aged 18-24 [...]

RBC Economics: Affordability Lowers in Quebec

Nov 27, 2009 10:00 -

Quebec’s homeownership costs were pushed upward for the first time in more than a year during the third quarter of 2009 due to an invigorated housing market noted the latest quarterly housing report released on November 25th, 2009 by RBC Economics.
The RBC Affordability measure for Quebec captures the proportion of pre-tax household income needed to [...]

RBC: Canadian Homeownership Becomes more Expensive

Nov 25, 2009 9:27 -

The cost of homeownership in Canada has become more expensive in the third quarter according to a report by RBC Economics Research.
Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) noted that this has not happened since the spring of 2008, and that was due to a slight rise in mortgage rates and higher property values.
The RBC index measures [...]

Home Repair and Maintenance Tips

Sep 4, 2009 11:33 -

After settling in your home, you will begin to view your home with a more objective perspective. You will find there are things that you will want to change, whether it is the flooring, countertops or kitchen cabinets.
You may find that there are things in your home that require repair or replacement, such as your [...]

Homebuying Step by Step Guide: Step 2 – Are You Financially Ready to Own A Home?

Aug 27, 2009 10:25 -

Once you have decided that homeownership is right for you. You have to now determine if you are financially ready to buy a house.
You start off by discussing with a mortgage professional about you mortgage. In this discussion, you net worth will come up.
You net worth is the amount left over once you have subtracted [...]

Homebuying Step by Step Guide

Aug 25, 2009 14:36 -

To help make life easier for you in making a wise homebuying decision, I have created a step by step guide to help you through the homebuying process.
Step 1 – Is Homeownership For You?
One of the biggest financial and lifestyle decisions you make, will be buying a home. Making an informed decision is what you [...]

 

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