Mortgage rates, taxes and Landlords

The Bank of Canada raised interest rates last week, leading to an increase in mortgage rates. How will this affect homebuyers’ monthly payments?

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A reminder that the City of Vancouver Empty Homes Tax requires all home owners to submit a property status declaration by February 2, 2018.

Here’s what you need to know.

Provincial legislation protecting renters against large rent increases at the end of a fixed-term lease is now in effect. Learn why this legislation came about and what it means for landlords.

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Federally, Finance Minister Bill Morneau has brought in tax changes which could affect your business, including new rules about income sprinkling and passive investments in a private corporation.

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