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Financial Planning for Newcomers to Canada: Preparing for a Mortgage

Moving to a new country is akin to diving headfirst into an ocean of opportunities mixed with challenges. And if you're a newcomer to Canada, one of the significant challenges you might face is understanding the intricacies of financial planning, particularly when it comes to preparing for a mortgage.

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Refinancing Your Mortgage as a Newcomer to Canada: When, Why, and How

As a newcomer to Canada, refinancing your mortgage can present a valuable opportunity to achieve your financial goals, secure lower interest rates, consolidate debt, or access home equity for significant investments. Understanding the benefits, ideal timing, and best practices for refinancing will empower you to make educated decisions that contribute to your long-term financial stability and success. 

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The Different Mortgage Options for U.S Newcomers to Canada

People tend to rely on mortgages to fulfill their dream of buying a home. Besides the financial relief that they can get from it, it will also allow them to focus on other expenses that they may incur along the way. The thing is, things are way different in Canada than it is in the U.S., that is why one must familiarize themselves with the differences so they may get a great deal out of it.

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Canadian Foreign and Local Housing Taxes You Can't Afford to Ignore

If you are a foreign investor or homeowner you’ll want to be acutely aware that Canada has many housing taxes that have been introduced throughout the recent years. While most provinces will have similar approaches, **below is how Ontario and British Columbia** set the various taxes that apply when you just buy a home and on a yearly basis for both locals and foreigners.

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