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Help for First Time Homebuyers

Buying your first home can be both exciting and scary at the same time.  It is likely going to be one of the biggest decisions of your life so far, so it makes sense to get all the information you can up front.  This article deals with programs that can help you with the financial side of the process.

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First Time Homebuyers' Guide - Part 1

For those of you contemplating buying your first home, the dream is both exciting and daunting at the same time.  Homeownership can be very satisfying but comes with costs and responsibilities and the process can be intimidating.  This article will help break down the process and give you confidence in tackling this dream!

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First Time Homebuyers' Guide - Part 2

With the information gathered in Part 1, you should have an idea of how much payment you can afford, as well as an idea of what kind of down payment you can come up with.  

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Along with your Realtor and Mortgage Broker or bank mortgage specialist, you should be able to come up with a price range for homes. At this time, you should...

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First time home buyers may borrow from their RRSP savings to use for a down payment, or other costs related to buying a property.

 

In fact, it may possible to use your RRSP savings to use toward buying a home, even if you are not a first time buyer.  Under the Home Buyers' Plan, you can use up to $25,000 of RRSP funds if you (or your...

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Many people are aware that first time home buyers have a program with the federal government that allows them to borrow from their RRSP.

 

In fact, it may possible to use your RRSP savings to use toward buying a home, even if you are not a first time buyer.  Under the Home Buyers' Plan, you can use up to $25,000 of RRSP funds if you (or your...

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